For most buildings, water is the enemy. Bulk moisture in the form of liquid water, snow, or ice needs to be kept on the exterior to prevent structural damage and degradation. But water is very mobile, ...

Water-resistive barriers (WRB’s) that keep the sheathing dry have been part of the residential building process since at least the late 1800’s, in the form of builders’ felt (aka tar paper). Synthetic ...

Simultaneously, does the external cladding provide design flexibility for architects such that it can deliver curb appeal, a signature for the building that will enable it to stand out? And can it all ...

JOHNS CREEK, Ga., Nov. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nichiha USA, ClarkDietrich, and TRUFAST Walls have successfully completed NFPA 285-25 fire testing on a fully integrated exterior wall assembly, ...

Various exterior barrier systems have been designed to lock out moisture. Several considerations should play into decisions regarding which system to install, including location, fire rating, ...

Rather than specify a commercial product, AGATHOM designed a custom rainscreen system for the office’s back elevation to save project budget. (Scott Norsworthy) AGATHOM, a Toronto-based practice, was ...

New wall system meets NFPA 285 standard and streamlines specification with a fully tested, code-compliant assembly JOHNS CREEK, Ga., Nov. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nichiha USA, ClarkDietrich, and ...