Building Envelope
Evaluating the Durability of Weather-Resistant Barriers
Take these steps to be confident your building wrap will maintain optimal performance
Housewrap
Pro Tip: Use Capped Fasteners When Installing Housewrap Material
Hammering fasteners by hand becomes a tedious task when installing housewrap, plus it leaves holes in the housewrap and compromises its ability to…
Building Envelope
How UV Exposure Affects Weather-Resistant Barriers
One of the primary performance attributes of a high-performance house wrap is its ability to stand up to UV exposure. This is a critical point of…
Products
Changing Building Codes Driving the Use of Drainable Building Wraps
The International Residential Code has long required the use of water-resistive barriers, but some states have added even more prescriptive measures to their codes