By maintaining a space between a building’s cladding and exterior wall, rainscreen systems help protect the enclosure against the ravages of rain and moisture infiltration.

One of the most successful technologies used today to deter rainwater intrusion into a building's exterior wall and protect its envelope is the rainscreen system. Introduced more than 20 years ago in the United States, rainscreen technology has continued to advance, along with its popularity among building owners who desire a "stylish raincoat" for their structure.

Shildan’s terracotta rainscreen and sunscreen systems have been featured on more than 300 institutional projects worldwide, in collaboration with such architects as Renzo Piano, FXFowle, and COOKFOX among countless others. 

Design flexibility and an attractive aesthetic led to the choice of metal composite material from Citadel Architectural Products for a highly visible hotel project at the Philadelphia Navy Yard.

When discussing moisture management solutions in the building industry, it’s important to recognize and accept one simple and indisputable reality: water gets into buildings.