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Originally Posted by redstrosekNic
Good to know... I will probably end up butting the panels together. All the suggestions say to space them, but it seems most people install them tight. Should make for an easier install.
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The OSB doesn't move. Much more stable than the studs it's attached to. New construction with bearing walls, even with the KD Dry studs we use, the studs and joists shrink a little. So it's gapped about 1/8 (10d nail) If the OSB was tight on a bearing wall, new construction, it could be a problem.
If your framing is older, it's settled out and dry, likely would not be a problem.
If it's new, I'd leave a 1/4 to 3/8 gap top and bottom and cover it with a little trim.