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Michael Griffin

Michael Griffin

Michael Griffin is national sales director of EIFS/Equipment (specialized foam cutting machinery) at Demand Products. He has 40 years of experience in commercial construction in building restoration, waterproofing, sealants, cementitious materials, stucco and EIFS. Griffin has performed in many roles, such as technical services, product management, marketing and sales management. He can be reached at michael@demandproducts.com.

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Stucco/EIFS

Stucco/EIFS Market is Expected to Boom in Coming Years by 2026

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Michael Griffin
March 10, 2023
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What to look forward to in the future of the stucco and EIFS market.
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plaster

Stucco as a Versatile System

AN OVERVIEW OF STUCCO SYSTEMS THAT BREAK DOWN THE VARIOUS APPLICATIONS.
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
April 11, 2022
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Stucco is a very versatile material that can be applied to just about any structure, with just about any sheathing, and can accommodate flat or curved surfaces either externally or internally.


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Out With the Old, in With Change

THE INDUSTRY HAS BEEN HIT HARD WITH CHANGES OVER THE PAST YEAR AND IT’S HOW WE ADAPT TO THOSE CHANGES THAT WILL DETERMINE OUR SUCCESS
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
January 18, 2021
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The year 2020 is behind us and I for one am looking forward to the New Year. Of course, odds are the need to adapt to the changes in our business environment won’t just vanish with 2021. 


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vapor barrier

Vapor & Air Barriers: What's the Difference?

Why people are confusing these two barriers, and clearing up the confusion once and for all.
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
December 3, 2019
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When we look at the modern building environment, one of the hottest topics on many people’s minds are weather barriers and moisture control.


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The Importance of NFPA 285

The Importance of NFPA 285

NFPA 285 and its impact on the modern wall.
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p11 author quill
Jeffrey Quill
September 2, 2019
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For years, Portland and gypsum cement-based plasters have been used to produce fire resistant walls.


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stucco installation

Versatility of Stucco to Adapt to Changing Building Practices

Adapting to the evolution of stucco installation.
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
September 1, 2018
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The idea of a drainage plane for the construction of wall assemblies has been used for years in masonry cavity wall/veneer construction.
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lightweight stucco

The Benefits of Lighter Stucco

Hang Tough
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
March 2, 2018
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Thirty-five percent lighter stucco increases jobsite productivity and profitability compared to “heavy” competition.
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cold weather application

Cold Weather Application Hints

The Cold Never Bothered Me Anyway
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
September 1, 2017
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The cold season is right around the corner; get ready with some hints for cold weather application.
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Pre-blended Stucco

Preserving a Heritage Starts with Pre blended Stucco

Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
October 1, 2016
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Finding the right process to preserve stucco is constantly changing, but the use of pre-blended stucco materials just might change that.
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coats of stucco

Coats of Stucco

Three, two or one coat stucco—what’s the difference.
Wc0919 ft nfpa285 p10 author mike griffin
Michael Griffin
February 4, 2016
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Frequently the question is asked about stucco applications and what the difference is between one-coat, two-coat or three-coat stucco systems.
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