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The Future of Stucco: Faster Installation, Better Energy Performance

Integrated wall systems are helping contractors meet energy code requirements, reduce labor demands and simplify stucco installation without sacrificing performance or aesthetics.

Brian McKay

July 22, 2026

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Continuous insulation and integrated panels are reshaping stucco construction, helping contractors improve efficiency, meet energy codes and streamline installation.

The Latest Supreme Court Rulings Explained

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Legal Trends Shaping the Construction Industry

July 22, 2026

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney shares legal updates on contracts, insurance, OSHA and reputation management.

Fire Safety

Fire Suppression Is Changing the Wall and Ceiling Scope

How fire suppression systems impact wall and ceiling coordination, layout and finish quality.

Yusuf Muhammad

July 20, 2026

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Why residential fire suppression systems are creating new challenges for finish trades.

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CSI Licensing Controversy Continues as Members Press for Answers on Governance, Transparency

While CSI leadership has continued promoting its new Dynamic Standards platform, many longtime members say the organization's biggest challenge is no longer regarding just the software itself but it's the lack of clear communication about how key decisions were made.

Lindsay Lewis

July 17, 2026

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Months after the institute's overhaul of its licensing model sparked widespread concern among specifiers and design professionals, the conversation has shifted from pricing to questions surrounding transparency, governance and member trust.

Why Expanded Metal Is Gaining Popularity in Modern Façade Design

Expanded metal facades deliver style, shading, strength and LEED.

Manuel E. Menchaca, MBA, is the senior marketing manager for Wallner Expac

Manuel Menchaca

July 15, 2026

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From daylighting and privacy to LEED contributions and architectural expression, expanded metal delivers advantages beyond aesthetics.

Educate the Client About the Values of SPF

If Walls Could Talk

Closing More Jobs with Data, Not Lower Prices

Discover how spray foam contractors win more work through trust, code compliance, and building science.

Tom Harris

John Wyatt

July 14, 2026

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Tom Harris explains why transparency, code knowledge, and data help contractors beat low-price bids.

Best Practices for Plaster and Stucco Installation in Extreme Weather

From freezing temperatures to extreme heat, adjusting application and curing practices is critical to achieving durable results

Dale Nehls

July 14, 2026

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Proper planning, temperature monitoring and moisture management help contractors prevent defects and ensure long-term plaster and stucco performance in hot and cold conditions.

Liddle Brothers Builds on a Legacy of Craftsmanship

Mike Taylor shares how Liddle Brothers blends historic plaster expertise with modern innovation.

John Wyatt

July 13, 2026

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Mike Taylor shares how Liddle Brothers blends historic plaster expertise with modern innovation.

Legal Trends Shaping the Roofing Industry

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Legal Trends Shaping the Industry

Learn how contractors can prepare for legal, insurance and OSHA changes affecting the industry.

July 10, 2026

Trent Cotney shares legal updates on contracts, insurance, OSHA and reputation management.

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

Air Barriers: Code Beats Spec Sheet Myths in Field

Air barrier performance depends on continuity, not materials. Codes reward execution, not specs.

July 10, 2026

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Codes prioritize system continuity over product choice. Contractors who build assemblies right win.

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The Future of Stucco: Faster Installation, Better Energy Performance

Legal Trends Shaping the Construction Industry

Fire Suppression Is Changing the Wall and Ceiling Scope

CSI Licensing Controversy Continues as Members Press for Answers on Governance, Transparency

Why Expanded Metal Is Gaining Popularity in Modern Façade Design

Closing More Jobs with Data, Not Lower Prices

Best Practices for Plaster and Stucco Installation in Extreme Weather

Liddle Brothers Builds on a Legacy of Craftsmanship

Legal Trends Shaping the Industry

Air Barriers: Code Beats Spec Sheet Myths in Field

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