Articles Tagged with ''air barriers''

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HandiFoam Launches Gasket Foam for Drywall Sealing

Foam compresses after curing to prevent bowing while maintaining a durable seal that supports energy performance and indoor air quality.
W&C Staff
April 10, 2026
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New polyurethane foam creates continuous drywall-to-framing seals to reduce air leaks, moisture intrusion, and improve energy efficiency in residential construction.


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Choosing Between Open and Closed Cell Spray Foam Insulation

A clear, practical guide to the key differences between open- and closed-cell spray foam insulation—and how to choose the right option based on performance needs, climate, and building goals.
Maxime Duzyk is senior global director of building science and engineering for Huntsman Building Solutions
Maxime Duzyk
February 11, 2026
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A clear, practical guide to the key differences between open-and closed-cell spray foam insulation—and how to choose the right option based on performance needs, climate, and building goals.
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Interior view of The Museum of the Moving Image (MOMI)

Avoiding the Dual Vapor Barrier Trap—Why Mineral Wool Is a Smart Choice for Commercial Walls

Why understanding vapor permeability—not just R-value—can make or break the long-term performance of commercial wall assemblies.
Todd Shear
Todd Shear
February 4, 2026
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Whether you’re a specifying architect, general contractor or facility manager, virtually everyone in commercial construction is under pressure to meet energy codes and build tighter envelopes. But without careful consideration, that approach can unintentionally create a dual vapor barrier.
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Cameron Ashley Opens Distribution Center to Serve Growing Dallas–Ft. Worth Construction Market

The company has opened a new Ft. Worth distribution center to improve product availability, delivery speed, and customer support across the fast-growing Dallas–Fort Worth construction market.
W&C Staff
February 1, 2026
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The company has opened a new Ft. Worth distribution center to improve product availability, delivery speed, and customer support across the fast-growing Dallas–Fort Worth construction market.


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INsulation being added to the wooden frame of a building
Building Better Enclosures

How Modern Building Envelope Materials Support New Code Requirements

Contractors are pushed toward tighter, more energy-efficient building envelopes. making continuity in insulation, air sealing, and moisture control essential and increasing the importance of integrated materials like spray foam, structural sheathing, coatings, and sealants to meet rising performance standards.
Daniel Darling, Director of Engineering at OX Engineered Products
Daniel Darling
Smitha Jayaraman is a product manager at Amrize Building Envelope
Smitha Jayaraman
Ed Klonowski is a senior product manager at Amrize Building Envelope
Ed Klonowski
January 16, 2026
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Modern updates to the IECC 2024 and ASHRAE 90.1-2022 push contractors toward tighter, more energy-efficient building envelopes, making continuity in insulation, air sealing, and moisture control essential and increasing the importance of integrated materials like spray foam, structural sheathing, coatings, and sealants to meet rising performance standards.
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