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Choosing Between Thin-Cut Natural Stone and Manufactured Stone Veneer - A Side-by-Side Comparison

Thin-cut natural stone offers unmatched authenticity and durability with higher costs and installation complexity, while manufactured stone veneer provides a more affordable, lightweight, and customizable alternative that delivers visual consistency and easier application.
Sarah Lograsso is the director of marketing and product management for Stone and Roofing at Westlake Royal Building Products.
Sarah Lograsso
September 16, 2025
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Thin-cut natural stone offers unmatched authenticity and durability with higher costs and installation complexity, while manufactured stone veneer provides a more affordable, lightweight, and customizable alternative that delivers visual consistency and easier application.
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Executive Director Michael Kwart previews the Insulation Contractors Association of America’s October convention in Orlando, highlighting a packed trade show, in-depth educational sessions, and new resources for contractors.
If Walls Could Talk

ICAA Convention Returns in October with Expanded Trade Show, Education and Networking

Executive Director Michael Kwart previews the Insulation Contractors Association of America’s October convention in Orlando, highlighting a packed trade show, in-depth educational sessions, and new resources for contractors.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom Michael Kwart
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John Wyatt
September 16, 2025
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Executive Director Michael Kwart previews the Insulation Contractors Association of America’s October convention in Orlando, highlighting a packed trade show, in-depth educational sessions, and new resources for contractors.


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Dupont
Is Continuous Insulation the Solution?

How to Achieve Exceptional Thermal Performance

While continuous insulation improves wall thermal performance, DuPont's integrated structural insulated sheathing system outperforms traditional assemblies by reducing thermal bridging and preserving more of the designed R-value through advanced Clear Field U-Factor modeling.
Keith P. Nelson, DuPont
Keith Nelson
September 12, 2025
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While continuous insulation improves wall thermal performance, DuPont's integrated structural insulated sheathing system outperforms traditional assemblies by reducing thermal bridging and preserving more of the designed R-value through advanced Clear Field U-Factor modeling.
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RL Reppert, Winners of the 2025 Leadership Award
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Family Legacy Earns R.L. Reppert the 2025 Walls and Ceilings Leadership Award

Father-and-son team Richard Sr. and Jr. Reppert were honored for decades of quality work, employee commitment, and industry leadership that built R.L. Reppert into one of the nation’s top contractors.
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John Wyatt
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
September 10, 2025
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Father-and-son team Richard Sr. and Jr. Reppert were honored for decades of quality work, employee commitment, and industry leadership that built R.L. Reppert into one of the nation’s top contractors.


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A large scale building project

Reshaping Construction With a Turnkey, Multi-Trade Approach

With deep roots in the trades and a bold, integrated business model, The Built Companies is setting new industry standards in efficiency, quality, and long-term sustainability.
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John Wyatt
September 4, 2025
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With deep roots in the trades and a bold, integrated business model, The Built Companies is setting new industry standards in efficiency, quality, and long-term sustainability.
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Contractors Urged to Embrace Self-Audits as Federal Oversight Expands
If Walls Could Talk

Contractors Urged to Embrace Self-Audits as Federal Oversight Expands

In the latest episode of “If Walls Could Talk,” Legal Insights contributor Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese explains why contractors should proactively conduct self-audits to improve compliance, reduce risks, and prepare for shifting federal regulations.
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
Trent Cotney
Trent Cotney
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John Wyatt
August 28, 2025
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In the latest episode of “If Walls Could Talk,” Legal Insights contributor Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese explains why contractors should proactively conduct self-audits to improve compliance, reduce risks, and prepare for shifting federal regulations.
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