The Ontario Building Code | Nails
9.29.9.3. Nails
(1) Nails for fastening particleboard, OSB or waferboard shall be not less than 38 mm casing or finishing nails spaced not more than 150 mm o.c. along edge supports and 300 mm o.c. along intermediate supports.
In Plain Language
This clause sets nailing specs for particleboard, OSB, or waferboard wall finish: nails must be at least 38 mm casing or finishing nails, spaced no more than 150 mm apart along edges and 300 mm apart at intermediate supports.
This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.