Exterior insulation and finish systems, or EIFS, are proprietary wall cladding assemblies that combine rigid insulation board with a water-resistant exterior coating. EIFS are popular chiefly for ...

Timber cladding has become a familiar sight on buildings across the UK, from contemporary housing developments to extensions and refurbishment projects. Its popularity reflects a wider shift ...

Italian chemical and development group Acell (Milan, Italy) has already earned kudos in the construction composites industry with its innovative foam-cored sandwich panels for doors (click on “SMC ...

Across climate zones, rising codes are increasing awareness of the role continuous insulation (ci) plays in helping buildings meet and exceed energy efficiency thresholds. But while thermal efficiency ...