What impact does insulation have on acoustic performance of a wall assembly?

Product Focus on EIFS/Stucco.

Since the first humans began to settle down as an agricultural society at the very dawn of civilization, continuing for thousands of years until the middle of the 19th century, only five mineral binders were used to create plasters and mortars.

I often get out in the field to visit clients and prospects, or to work industry trade shows, and the first question always asked of me is, “How do you find workers these days?”

Modular building concepts—also known as off-site construction—have been utilized for decades. However, the use of pre-fabrication and modular building techniques is increasingly common now. 

This round up of products are designed to reduce labor, improve productivity, enhance quality on the jobsite and/or help with custom drywall work.

Waiting for the other shoe to drop has been a common human experience since the invention of the two-story house.

What are the latest and greatest drywall products and accessories? We searched high and low to bring you this product focus so your drywallers can do their best work.