Articles Tagged with ''wall system''

Decorative Plaster
Renewed Relevance

Why Architects Are Falling Back in Love with Plaster

A centuries-old wall finish is emerging as one of construction's fastest-growing premium materials
Rob Knight business development manager at Variance Specialty Finishes/Parex
Rob Knight
May 13, 2026
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Decorative plasters are moving into the mainstream, driven by luxury demand, sustainability, and global construction growth. For contractors, success hinges on mastering application techniques, material selection, and substrate prep as textured, high-performance finishes reshape expectations for modern wall systems.
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Rhino Lining

March 2026 Product Focus: Insulation

Advanced insulation solutions that are reshaping building performance, code compliance, and jobsite efficiency
March 24, 2026
See the latest innovations in insulation, improving fire safety, energy performance, and long-term durability in modern wall assemblies.
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TRUFAST Launches New Unified Website for the Building Envelope

The new site is designed to support contractors, distributors, architects and specifiers with easier access to product information, tools and services
February 20, 2026
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TRUFAST launched a newly redesigned website, merging its roofing and wall product portfolios together into a unified resource for all things related to building envelope attachment and accessories.


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Muddskip Links Wall-Finishing Technology to New Trades Mentorship and Support Initiative

A new initiative connected to Muddskip’s wall-finishing technology aims to fund trades scholarships, mentorship, recovery resources and small business support for construction professionals.
February 15, 2026
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A new initiative connected to Muddskip’s wall-finishing technology aims to fund trades scholarships, mentorship, recovery resources and small business support for construction professionals.


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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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Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler

How Modern Building Science Is Creating “Frankenstein Walls” — And How to Stop Them

Modern exterior walls have become so complex that mix-and-match components often create untested, unreliable “Frankenstein assemblies,” highlighting the need for coordinated, proven, manufacturer-backed systems.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
January 23, 2026
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Modern exterior walls have become so complex that mix-and-match components often create untested, unreliable “Frankenstein assemblies,” highlighting the need for coordinated, proven, manufacturer-backed systems.
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