Articles Tagged with ''wall system''

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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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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A logo of the IUPAT union emblem

TecTrac Showcases the Craft and Collaboration Behind Wallcovering Excellence

TecTrac 2025 united wallcovering professionals, union members, and designers to celebrate craftsmanship, collaboration, and training as key to elevating quality and shaping the industry’s future.
October 9, 2025
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TecTrac 2025 united wallcovering professionals, union members, and designers to celebrate craftsmanship, collaboration, and training as key to elevating quality and shaping the industry’s future.


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Layers of exterior cladding

What to Consider When Selecting a Rainscreen

How to choose the right rainscreen system by considering climate, cladding compatibility, building codes, energy efficiency and ventilation to ensure long-term moisture control and building durability.
Brian McKay, Director of Marketing and Communications for Weatherization Partners Ltd.
Brian McKay
September 19, 2025
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How to choose the right rainscreen system by considering climate, cladding compatibility, building codes, energy efficiency and ventilation to ensure long-term moisture control and building durability.
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A field installer sprays Huntsman D Max Wall Insulation at a jobsite.

Wall Assembly/CI Solution by Huntsman Building Solutions

D-Max Wall is a wall assembly and continuous insulation solution that allows closed-cell spray polyurethane foam insulation to be installed from the interior of a structure while managing thermal bridging of studs and structure.
September 16, 2025
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D-Max Wall is a wall assembly and continuous insulation solution that allows closed-cell spray polyurethane foam insulation to be installed from the interior of a structure while managing thermal bridging of studs and structure.


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