Understanding precured silicone sealants: The secret to leak-free claddings – Page 2 of 3

This photo shows a wide strip of precured sealant being installed atop a metal building’s roof expansion joint. Exterior insulation and finish systemsUsing precured seals with EIFS panels that have stucco or other-textured finish coats can have important dividends. Roy Conrad, a project manager with Gorman Moisture Protection Inc. of El Paso, Texas, has been […]

Energy-efficient building with EIFS – Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Sto Corp. by Michael DeLaura, LEED AP BD+CAmong the efforts to create more energy-efficient and sustainable buildings, there has been a shift toward lightweight cladding options for the exterior. One such product is exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS). EIFS provide a number of features and benefits including an air barrier, continuous insulation […]