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Battle of the Boards

KDAT LUMBER VS.

OWENS CORNING LUMBER STRUCTURAL FRAMING

In this video, two framing lumbers are put to the test. From price and ease of build to quality and durability, Jon Dawson breaks it all down to see which material stands above the rest. This is the side-by-side comparison every builder has been waiting for. 

FASTER INSTALL

Productivity Accelerator: Material arrives ready to frame without traditional prep-work and sorting.

Labor Optimizations: Rotproof and ground/water contact rated means no wasted time on taping and coating before installation. 

Same Tools, Same Trade, Same Practices: Jobs get framed the way crews are used to building.

More Referrals, Less Callbacks: Builds stand tall as intended without PTL failures from cupping, warping, rotting and splintering.

Proven Solution to Combat #1 Premature Failure: A better ledger board ensures stability, strength and safe-use for all. 

Circular saw cutting through a composite decking board as sawdust scatters across the work surface.

FINISHED FRAMING

Outdoor Living Designed for More Life Outdoors: Higher performing framing creates time-tested spaces. 

Unlock New Designs: Classic woodgrain finish available in a palette of modern colorways.

Fascia-Free Install: No need to hide your framing with fascia and additional hardware/accessories. 

Uncompromised Performance: Powered by Owens Corning's material science to ensure builds stand tall in all seasons. 

Code Approved: Easy to reference product certifications from the leader brand in building products (DRJ / CBI)  makes inspection easier.

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PROFILES AND PERFORMANCE

Owens Corning Lumber is available in North America. Check custom lengths and colors availability with your Owens Corning representative. Product samples are available upon request.

NOMINAL SIZE

ACTUAL SIZE

AVAILABLE LENGTHS

WEIGHT PER LINEAL FOOT

UNIT SIZE

2" x 4"

1.5" x 3.5"

12' - 16' - 20'

1.75 lbs

42

2" x 6"

1.5" x 5.5"

12' - 16' - 20'

2.90lbs

64

2" x 8"

1.5" x 7.5"

12' - 16' - 20'

4.00lbs

42

2" x 10"

1.5" x 9.25"

12' - 16' - 20'

4.85lbs

35

2" x 12"

1.5" x 11.25"

12' - 16' - 20'

5.85lbs

16

4" x 4"

3.5" x 3.5"

8' - 10' - 12' - 16' 

3.25lbs

39

6" x 6"

5.5" x 5.5"

8' - 10' - 12' - 16'

6.00lbs

24

Where to BuyOwens Corning Lumber

Owens Corning Lumber products are available through 350+ locations in the United States.

STRUCTURAL FRAMING COLORWAYS

We offer a curated palette of durable, colorways that combine aesthetic appeal with high-performance materials. Here are the standard and special color options available:

2X Profiles

All five profiles will have a woodgrain finish. Actual product colors may vary due to printing or screen settings. 

Close-up of a black/obsidian, textured composite decking board with visible wood‑grain pattern.

Black / Obsidian

Close-up of a driftwood/fog, textured composite decking board with visible wood‑grain pattern.

Driftwood / Fog

Close-up of a saddle/saddlestone, textured composite decking board with visible wood‑grain pattern.

Saddle / Saddlestone

Close-up of a weatherwood/gobi, textured composite decking board with visible wood‑grain pattern.

Weatherwood / Gobi

Close-up of a sand/mink, textured composite decking board with visible wood‑grain pattern.

Sand / Mink

Close-up of a gray/stratus, textured composite decking board with visible wood‑grain pattern.

Gray / Stratus

Close-up of a white/moonstone, textured composite decking board with visible wood‑grain pattern.

White / Moonstone

4X4 and 6X6 Profiles

4”x4” Posts will have a woodgrain finish. Actual product colors may vary due to printing or screen settings. 

Black background with no visible objects or features.

Black

Driftwood background with no visible objects or features.

Driftwood

Saddle background with no visible objects or features.

Saddle

Weatherwood background with no visible objects or features.

Weatherwood

Sand background with no visible objects or features.

Sand

Light gray background with no visible objects or features.

Light Gray

White background with no visible objects or features.

White

Engineered to Protect Against What PTL AnD Steel Simply Cannot

Unlike steel and ptl, this Structural Framing is a GLAS-POWERED® lumber that delivers strength from the inside out. Its enhanced wood-free design is reinforced with fiberglass technology, making it rotproof, rustproof and impervious to wood-born insects.This powerful ingredient ensures that the Structural Framing holds up exceptionally well under high live loads with durability that lasts a lifetime. 

Close-up of GLAS‑powered, 100% wood‑free material with a textured black pattern and highlighted corner detail.

This graphic illustration showcases the internal structure and benefits of our GLAS-POWERED® lumber. It is a conceptual representation—not a photograph of the actual product.

Designed for Durability

Ground Contact

Installs Like Wood

Made in the USA

Rotproof

Rustproof

Straight and Uniform

Salt and Fresh Water Contact

Thermal-Resistant Design

BUILT FOR WHAT YOU BUILD

From the first ledger board to the final fence post, Owens Corning Structural Framing is engineered to meet the demands of real-world builds. Whether you're installing a deck or dock, crafting a pergola, laying out stair stringers, or securing a fence line, this material is ready to perform — rotproof, water and ground contact rated, and built for the longterm. No coatings, no prep, no compromises.

Deck FRAMING INSTALLATION

Build stronger, longer-lasting decks with Owens Corning Structural Framing. This guide covers everything from deck planning to the final deck board and everything in between. The perfect guide to helping you build it right the first time. 

Under-deck view showing evenly spaced dark boards and support beams with light shining through the gaps.

LEDGER BOARD SAFETY

A rotted ledger board can lead to a failed deck, posing serious safety risks. That’s why the most important structural component of your project deserves the highest performing material. Using Owens Corning Lumber for your ledgers means better resistance to rot and decay, stronger, more reliable connections and reduced risk of structural failure over time

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Stair STRINGER INSTALlATION

Ensuring your stair stringers are correctly installed is crucial for the safety and durability of your stairs. That’s why using Owens Corning Lumber Structural Framing for your stair stringers is a smart choice—it’s strong, reliable, and built to last.

White textured stair stringer piece resting on a workbench at a construction site with tools and materials in the background.

The TEXAS FENCE PROJECT

Canadian carpenter Chuck Francis heads down to Texas to spend a week with rancher and carpenter Jon Dawson. The duo build an arena fence out of Owens Corning Lumber Structural Framing and Posts plus have some fun transforming Chuck into a true cowboy.

Graphic showing two people building a fence with text reading ‘Better Built: The Texas Fence Project’ over a Texas‑shaped background.

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Material Take oFF TOOl

Enter details below to download a material takeoff estimate for your project. This tool is not intended for design. For more information on designing with Owens Corning Lumber Structural Framing see our technical documentation here.

Rectangular shape assumed. If deck is not Rectangular, break up into Rectangular sections

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If entering additional items, all fields are required. Please consult with the install guide to ensure that beams and posts are adequately sized based upon the joist spans they are supporting

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Take Off Sheet

TypeSizeStandard Length (ft)Board QuantityRecommended OverageTotal Order Quantity
joist----------
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ledger----------
deck----------
beams----------
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Footnotes:

  • Overage includes blocking
  • Decking is presumed to be spaced 3/16"
  • Overage for decking is 20%
  • Overage for Structural Framing is 15%

Standard board lengths are 12', 16', 20' & 24'

Stairs and stair stringers are not included within this takeoff. Please see install guide for information on stairs

Depending on the handrail system being used, ensure adequate blocking per handrail manufacturer recommendation or follow AWC DCA-6 for handrail attachment

The material estimates provided by the Material Takeoff are intended for informational purposed only. These values are approximations and should not be considered as final or binding. It is the responsibility of the builder to verify all quantities and specifications before placing any orders. Owens Corning assumes no liability for any discrepancies or errors in the estimates. Use of this estimator is at the user’s own risk.

Hear from the ones who are using our products every day and raising the standard of building. 

"Structural Framing that is trusted to lie in the mud like a filthy pig"

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Gord South, @Woodbully

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"For our clients, Owens Corning Structural Framing injects long term value into our projects by significantly increasing the effective life of our exterior structures"

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Jeremy Wilkins, @DeckmasterJ

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"Think of OC Lumber like if pvc and pressure treated wood had a baby sprinkled with fiberglass, it would be this beauty. It cuts like wood but the longevity you get doesn't compare. There is a reason this stuff is called forever framing"

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Garrett Davis, @Thelifeofbub

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"It all changed when we started thinking differently about the cost of alternative framing because if we are buying a $130 deck board, our railing is $90 per linear foot and our fasteners are a dollar a piece then it doesn't make sense to put it all down on a joist that will rot in 10 years"

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Kevin Choquette, @Ravinbuilders

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