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Why is Concrete Masonry Unit Construction Not More Common in America?

CMUs are rare in the U.S. but common in the rest of the world.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
October 10, 2023
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The popularity of continuous insulation is now affecting CMU walls. Adding a layer of rigid foam over masonry and the cement plaster is NOT recommended. There is a perfect system designed for this and it is called exterior insulation finish systems. Ironically, in Europe, they are putting mineral wool into the cavity of red clay blocks so they can use adhered masonry veneer and keep the CI.
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StoneCoat Fusion

StoneCoat FUSION

September 18, 2023
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The StoneCoat FUSION system is a single panel that replaces four layers of materials used in traditional exterior wall systems, including exterior insulation, OSB sheathing, waterproof and vapor barriers, and metal lath.


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