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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.

Air, Vapor & WRB Barriers: Thermal Bridging 101, a Webinar from ABAA

Learn air, vapor and WRB basics, plus thermal bridging impacts on building envelope performance.

W&C Staff

June 14, 2026

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Air barriers, vapor barriers and water-resistive barriers are often treated as straightforward concepts, yet confusion persists throughout the construction industry.

Air, Water, Vapor Barriers: What Matters Most

Field guidance on barrier roles, testing, and install details that drive airtightness and durability.

Laverne Dalgleish

June 8, 2026

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Understanding air, water and vapor barriers is essential for airtight, durable wall and ceiling assemblies that meet modern code and performance demands.

May 2026 Product Buzz Guide

May 28, 2026

The Buzz Guide features products from a variety of brands in the construction industry.

SAF C4000 Rainscreen Earns AAMA 509-22 Test

SAF updates third-party testing data for its C4000 drained and back-ventilated panel system.

John Wyatt

May 10, 2026

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SAF C4000 rainscreen system earns AAMA 509-22 classification for drainage and ventilation.

Gypsum Association Corner with Brooke Fishel

GA Corner

Clearance Requirements for Gypsum Panels Near Floors and Grade

Gypsum panel clearance rules protect assemblies from moisture, damage and long-term performance risks.

Brooke Fishel

May 1, 2026

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Gypsum panel clearance rules protect assemblies from moisture, damage and long-term performance risks.

A shot of Sto's HVHZ product at Kaluz Restaurant

Sto HVHZ Systems Add Level E Impact Assembly

New assembly boosts impact resistance, moisture control, and code compliance for high-risk projects.

April 29, 2026

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Sto adds Level E impact-rated HVHZ wall systems for critical buildings in extreme weather zones.

Five Strategies to Improve Curtainwall Glazing Efficiency on Complex Projects

Five practical strategies for coordinating curtain wall glazing—from delivery logistics to anchor tolerances.

Chuck Knickerbocker

April 14, 2026

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Avenue C Glass tackles massive, intricate curtain wall at Will Rogers World Airport—showcasing advanced glazing, teamwork, and key lessons for improving complex installations.

Why Water and Wall Assembly Simplicity Still Rule Modern Construction

Water governs every building decision, and when it comes to insulated wall claddings, simpler, proven systems like EIFS consistently outperform overly complex assemblies.

Albert Carrillo

March 18, 2026

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Water governs every building decision, and when it comes to insulated wall claddings, simpler, proven systems like EIFS consistently outperform overly complex assemblies.