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Rainscreens: Products Builders Should Use

Rainscreen Is The Barrier Product Builders Should Be Selecting On Many Projects. Why Aren’t More Contractors Using Them?

June 2, 2020

During the summer months, we usually put a layer of sunscreen on to protect our skin from damage and burns, which can contribute to skin cancer. But why do we call it “sunscreen?”

Using Building Wraps as an Air Barrier

Understanding How Air Barrier Materials and Systems Are Evaluated Helps Design Professionals Find The Solution For Their Project.

June 1, 2020

It is important to establish a continuous air barrier for several reasons.

Research Before Bidding on WRB/AB Projects

Five Topics To Research Before One Bids On That WRB/AB Project

Derek Moulton

May 15, 2020

As a field technician, I spend a large percentage of my time working with contractors. This involves attending preconstruction meetings, site visits and providing installation training on mock-ups.

COVID-19 Shutdown Ideal Time for Educational Facility Managers to Restore Building Facades

May 14, 2020

While students are not in school due to the COVID-19 shutdown, the experts at Western Specialty Contractors say now is an ideal time for facility managers to restore the building facades on their campus.

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Barrier Systems in Rainscreen Assemblies

Passing the Water Penetration Test

John Chamberlin

May 6, 2020

Considering weather events, changes in temperature, and building movement, it is unlikely that any building will remain 100 percent weatherproof. But with the right materials and assembly, extra steps can be taken to reduce the risk of damage under both normal and severe weather conditions

Architectural Water Testing

What Value Does ASTM E1105 Provide to Large Buildings?

Cory Wingelaar

April 20, 2020

The topic of “architectural water testing” creates a lot of confusion among architects. This is because many architects who have worked on small to midsize commercial projects have likely never encountered it

Maintaining Transitions Between Components Equals Better Waterproofing

April 15, 2020

There are also some not-so-obvious parts of a building’s envelope that often get overlooked, such as the lighting, handrails, signs, steps, pavement, concrete slabs, mechanical equipment and decorative features

Making Transitions to Fenestration

Air and Water Control Layers are Fundamental to Building Enclosure Performance

Jason Sanchez

Julie Szabo

March 23, 2020

Within many commonly used exterior opaque wall assemblies, the air and water control layers are provided by a single material with a combined function, indicated as an air and water barrier