Posted 11/3/2012 11:55 (#2675778 - in reply to #2674260) Subject: Re: Machine Shed Construction Update #2 - Dial Up BEWARE
NW Washington
The OSB panels strengthen the structure by forming a diaphragm which resist racking during wind storms. Back in the old days before plywood and OSB they used diagonal 1 by sheathing on stick frame building to resist racking.
Stick frame construction does not resist racking like a pole building.