Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2022

Among the many performance characteristics expected of today’s building wraps (also referred to as weather-resistive barriers, water-resistive barrier, or housewrap), draining bulk water is increasingly important. In many areas around the country, building codes are driving the need for better moisture management solutions.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

The importance of moisture management cannot be overstated. Water intrusion comes with the potential for moisture-related issues like mold and rot in the building envelope. Moisture management strategies impact all stakeholders in the design and building process. Role of WRB in managing moisture.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The Role of Building Wrap in Managing Moisture. The primary role of a weather resistant barrier (also known as WRB, building wrap, or house wrap) is to protect the building envelope from bulk water, wind-driven rain, and water vapor. kcichowicz. Thu, 11/18/2021 - 09:37. Bulk Water Holdout.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 30, 2022

Transitions where horizontal and vertical stucco surfaces intersect are prone to moisture problems. It’s the only common exterior finish that can wrap around the corner to the horizontal surface with no break at the transition. But while wrapping the stucco around this corner looks clean, doing so is asking for trouble.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 6, 2021

The Top 100 is Pro Builder 's annual recap of the building products readers wanted to know more about during the past year. From windows to water generators, these 100 products and building materials piqued reader interest for a range of reasons. Structural + Building Envelope. Appliances. Windows + Doors. Walls + Floors.

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Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2020

Pro Builder 's annual list of the building products that garnered the most reader interest through the year. Pro Builder 's Top 100 building products: . 2020 Pro Builder Top 100 Products. Fri, 07/31/2020 - 06:00. Pro Builder Staff. . Kitchen + Bath. Structural / Insulation / Housewrap. Appliances. Exterior Products. Advertisement.

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