Fiber cement rainscreen systems combine timeless, designer aesthetics with advanced energy efficiency, creating a superior building envelope solution. This course discusses the history and characteristics of high-density cement fiber cladding. It then illustrates how a fully engineered, multi-layered system integrates an air and water-resistive barrier, a robust sub-construction made from aluminum or steel brackets and profiles, mineral wool thermal insulation board, and durable high-density fiber cement. Images illustrate how the fiber cement panels can be custom-fabricated into various shapes, offering design versatility. Ideal for both modern and traditional architecture, fiber cement rainscreen systems ensure long-lasting performance, durability, and adaptability to any design vision.

Learning objectives: 

1. Discuss the characteristics and advantages of high-density fiber-cement cladding.
2. Identify the building code requirements and performance standards and tests for fiber-cement cladding systems.
3. Describe fiber cement as part of a complete exterior wall rainscreen system.
4. Define fiber-cement installation/attachment methods.

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