In the past, when French lace textures or heavy grit sand finishes were popular, preparing the brown coat was a matter of rodding a wall, knocking off the clinkers and curing the heck out of the plaster.

The annual meeting is always a great place to network, make new contacts, and to learn about the most current issues affecting the Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems industry.

EIFS industry expert Buck Buchanan, who has a great insider’s perspective on the industry, has published his new book, “Behind the Walls.” 

The project included 164,000 square feet of exterior stucco application and made installation for the project faster and more efficient.

Construction executives have cooled their expectations about the foreseeable future of construction.

As we move into 2022, the building industry is in an interesting place.

Every day, people live and work in buildings solidified by concrete foundations without recognizing the potential that material has in not only creating a more sustainable industry, but a more sustainable world.

In the next 10 years an estimated 46 million people will reach college age.

In 2017, Charleston Building and Development, a family-owned firm since 1998, broke ground on a six-unit custom row house residence located within walking distance of Naperville’s vibrant hub.

Where are we at in the industry?