Articles Tagged with ''rainscreens''

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

Georgia-Pacific Building Products recently enlisted the help of Intertek to conduct three water penetration resistance tests in accordance with ASTM E331, Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.

The new BW Universal System and BW Stretch System are the ultimate backup wall systems providing superior air, water, thermal and vapor protection in an all-in-one barrier component. Both introduce new standards for cost savings, design integrity and sustainability.

For the largest fixed dome structure in the world, there is no home more fitting than New Orleans, Louisiana, a city known for its resilience

For the installation, a continuous insulation system was installed over the exterior sheathing and weather barrier

New campus replaces a 1950s structure and meets the community's growing population needs with current design practices

Fiberon is introducing new Composite Cladding for Rainscreen Applications, combining the beauty and warmth of wood with the durability of low-maintenance, high-performance composite materials.

Indiana Limestone Company announced the launch of its LiteCore panel system. The new system provides the timeless look of natural stone in a lightweight, modular panelized system that combines high performance, design flexibility and labor-savings.

Technology and innovation that are modern and engaging drove the design and product selection for the Advanced Learning Library in Wichita