There are several issues with the use of foam sheathing as a water resistive barrier (WRB) and air barrier - even though there are standards that if passed allow it to qualify as a WRB. Issues such as dimensional instability and poor water management that are intrinsic with foam products can be remedied by using a wrap product as the water resistive barrier and to provide continuity at air barrier details. Find out more.
DuPont™ Tyvek® Fluid Applied System Texas A&M Case Study
Learn how the DuPont™ Tyvek® Fluid Applied System seamlessly integrates with all kinds of substrates and how it was able to meet the specific challenges of a Texas climate.
DuPont™ Tyvek® Fluid Applied, Weather Barrier System
Applied in a one-coat application by spraying or pressure rolling, DuPont™ Tyvek® Fluid Applied Weather Barrier delivers superior protection, offers excellent durability and saves time by providing two to three times the coverage of competitive products per gallon.
Vapor Permeable Or Impermeable Building Envelope Materials, Does It Matter?
What are the potential consequences of unintentional vapor barriers? Why is vapor permeance of building envelope layers relevant to moisture management and long term durability? Durability of the building enclosure is part of a sustainable building design. A designer can significantly affect the service life of multi-component assemblies through materials selection, placement of materials within the building assemblies, or design detailing. Find out what it all means.
Cracking the Code: Building durable, energy efficient walls
The energy efficiency improvement requirements in current and future building and energy codes will affect nearly every aspect of home construction. We’re here to help you navigate through it all. At DuPont, we’re using our building science to bring you innovative products and service that not only help you meet and exceed code, but also help you continue to build high-quality homes. Let us guide you through.
Klein Tools – Klein Tough
Since 1857, Klein® Tools has manufactured the world's finest hand tools. Today, it is the #1 choice among professional tradesmen, manufacturing more than 3,000 tools and accessories. Klein Tools' dedication to quality and innovation continues with new products including hand tools, test & measurement and voice/data/video products. View Klein’s video library to learn more.
Milwaukee FUELs the Next Generation of Cordless
Milwaukee continues to revolutionize cordless power tools with the introduction of M18 FUEL™ – an exclusive line of extreme-performance tools designed, engineered and built by Milwaukee® to deliver unmatched productivity. Integrating Milwaukee’s exclusive POWERSTATE™ brushless motor, REDLITHIUM™ battery pack, and REDLINK PLUS™, the new Drills deliver up to 10X longer life, 25% more power and 50% more run-time than competitive units. View Milwaukee's comprehensive video library to learn more.
Department of Energy Report: Retrofit Techniques & Technologies: Air Sealing
This guide will help homeowners identify ways to make their homes more comfortable, more energy efficient, and healthier to live in. It also will provide contractors and remodelers with the necessary supporting documentation to explain the value of these air sealing measures to their customers.
Create A Total Web Presence For Your Business
Townsquare Media specializes in creating the total web presence that small businesses need to make sure you reach your online audience of current and prospective customers. Watch this quick video to see what they have to offer and how they can help you start or improve your online visibility.
The Beauty of Stone - Without the Expense
SimTek Fence has reinvented fence manufacturing with its patented design of rotationally-molded fencing allowing realistic stone appearance and superior performance. SimTek is a premium alternative to vinyl, wood, composite and concrete fencing.