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Versa-Stud LVL

For Straighter, Taller Walls

For stronger, solid, straighter walls, go big with the consistent strength and performance of engineered wall studs.

Product Overview

Versa-Stud® laminated veneer lumber (LVL) framing is engineered to deliver strong, stiff, straight walls, resulting in a solid feel, smooth surface, and high-quality finish.

With its high performance and quality, Versa-Stud LVL is ideally suited for tall walls, stairwells, large window walls, and walls with cabinets or tile.

Versa-Stud LVL Benefits

  • Straightforward framing with no special tools or training required 
  • Flat, square framing makes window and door installation simple 
  • Drywall cracks are a thing of the past — tall walls eliminate hinge points 
  • Consistently straight, creating a smooth surface and high-quality finish 
  • 20% stiffer and 2.1x more bending strength than No.2 Spruce-Pine-Fir dimension lumber 

  Available Depths:

  • 3 ½″
  • 5 ½″
  • 7 ¼″
  • 9 ¼″

    Available Widths:

  • 1½″

 

Common Applications

  • Standard Wall Framing

    Manufactured for strength and consistency, Versa-Stud LVL from Boise Cascade prevents common wall framing issues like twisting, bowing and warping. The result? Smooth walls and a solid nailing surface that’re tough enough to handle high-load framing like cabinets and tile walls.

  • Tall Wall Framing

    Tall walls bring instant visual impact, supporting bright, open spaces, grand entryways, and large window walls. Its straight, dimensionally stable design supports smooth finishes, long single spans, and consistent sizing. Built to stand strong against wind and seismic forces, Versa-Stud LVL helps meet code requirements while keeping walls flat, finishes clean, and projects moving onward (and upward).

Building Tall

Tall walls demand more than standard framing know-how. Once a wall reaches 10 feet or higher, every design and construction choice matters. Learn what to watch for and how to build them correctly.

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Product Literature

TitleResource TypeSharehf:tax:resource-categoryhf:tax:region
Versa-Stud 1.7E 2400 Tall Wall Guide – West – LVL-W2032Product / Specifier GuideViewproduct-specifier-guideus-east us-west canada-east canada-west
Canadian Versa-Stud Tall Wall Guide – LVL-C2032Product / Specifier GuideViewproduct-specifier-guidecanada-east canada-west
Canadian Versa-Stud Tall Wall Guide w/ Climatic Data – LVL-C2033Product / Specifier GuideViewproduct-specifier-guidecanada-east canada-west
Canadian Versa-Stud Tall Wall Guide w/ Climatic Data – French – LVL-C2034Product FlyerViewproduct-flyercanada-east canada-west
Versa-Stud 1.8E 2650 Tall Wall Guide – East – LVL-E2032Product / Specifier GuideViewproduct-specifier-guideus-east
Use of Boise Cascade EWP for Concrete Formwork – GE-24Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Pressure and Topical Applications and Treatments – GE-25Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Vertical Load Transfer over Bearings within BC FRAMER & BC CALC – GE-23Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Design Load Considerations for Non-Load Bearing Partition Walls in Residential Construction – GE-22Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Wood Frame Garage Floor Design Guidelines – GE-19Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Use of Engineered Wood Products in International Shipping Pallets and Packaging – GE-17Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Lateral Bracing of Joists and Beams – GE-16Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
High Slope Roofs – GE-12Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Temperature and Moisture Content of Engineered Wood Products During Manufacturing – GE-10Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-scanada-east canada-west
Feet & Inches on a Regular Calculator – GE-9Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Designing for Ceramic or Stone Tile Floor Finishes – GE-6Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Required Separation Between Garage and Living Space Above – GE-5Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Allowable Fastener Spacing & Design for BCI Joists and Versa-Lam LVL – GE-3Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west canada-east canada-west
Brick Veneer Support on Wood – GE-2Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Formaldehyde & Engineered Wood Products – GE-15Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
PreserveTech HW / Royal Pacific Industries Insect-Treated Engineered Wood Products for Hawaii – GE-26Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Electrical Wiring Installation Horizontal Holes – GE-27Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Installed Damaged Product – GE-28Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Flame Spread and Fire Endurance: Surface Coatings – GE(CAN)-2Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
Pressure and Topical Applications and Treatments – GE(CAN)-25Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east canada-west
Vertical Load Transfer over Bearings within BC FRAMER & BC CALC – GE(CAN)-23Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
Lateral Bracing of Joists and Beams – GE(CAN)-16Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
Formaldehyde & Engineered Wood Products – GE(CAN)-15Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
Joist Ceiling Framing Over an Indoor Pool – GE(CAN)-5Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
Allowable Nail Spacing & Design for AJS and BCI Joists and Versa-Lam LVL – GE(CAN)-3Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
Weights of Building Materials – GE(CAN)-1Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
BCI and AJS Joist, Versa-Lam LVL & BOISE GLULAM Exterior Exposure Policy – GE-4Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Weights of Building Materials – GE-1Tech Note U.S.Viewtech-note-u-sus-east us-west
Weights of Building Materials – GE(CAN)-1Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
BCI and AJS Joist, Versa-Lam LVL and BOISE GLULAM Exterior Exposure Policy – GE(CAN)-4Tech Note CanadaViewtech-note-canadacanada-east
Canadian Versa-Stud Tall Wall Specifier Guide – French – LVL-CF2031Product / Specifier GuideViewproduct-specifier-guidecanada-east canada-west
Versa-Stud Product Overview – LVL 2040Product FlyerViewproduct-flyerus-east us-west

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