Non-load bearing building cladding systems that provide an insulated, water-resistant, completed surface on exterior walls in an integrated composite material system.

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EIFS has been used in North America since the 1960s, initially on masonry buildings but increasingly on wood-framed structures since the 1990s. Water infiltration issues have caused damage to buildings in the past, leading in costly legal actions, so the suggested solutions incorporate a drainage plane to allow water to drain down and out from behind the cladding.

 

Energy efficiency and energy codes are two terms that are often used interchangeably. When compared to traditional brick or wood construction, EIFS can reduce air intrusion by up to 55 percent.

 

Durability. In contrast to wood, stucco, and other siding materials, EIFS rarely needs to be painted.

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Aesthetics and design flexibility

Moisture Control is a term used to describe the ability to control the amount of moisture in

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