Comparing Peel and Stick House Wrap to Barricade
Peel and stick house wraps, also called self-adhered or self-adhesive house wraps, are air and vapor barriers used in both commercial and residential construction. Many [...]
Mold-Resistant Sheathing: Adding Value with Superior Mold & Moisture Protection
One of the most important parts of building structures is keeping moisture out of the wall cavities. This is because moisture of all types can [...]
Build Secure Homes with the Best House Wrap for Wood Siding
There are an abundance of siding options for builders to choose from these days. Wood siding is one of the most popular types of siding, [...]
6 Construction Trends in 2019 for Higher Education Buildings
Higher education building construction escalated during the 1960s to accommodate the wave of baby boomers entering college. These aging buildings now represent 40 percent of [...]
5 Problems with Foil-Backed OSB Radiant Barriers
Oriented strand board (OSB), with a thin layer of low emitting aluminum foil attached to one side, is a common type of thermal-radiant-barrier sheathing. Foil-backed [...]
The Best House Wrap For Preventing Water Damage Behind Siding
No matter what kind of siding you choose for your building, its main function is to protect the vulnerable materials beneath it from outside influences [...]
Support Your Cedar Shakes with the Best Roof Underlayment Possible
There are many different materials you can choose to build your roof with, but cedar shakes are one of the lesser-known types. Despite being relatively [...]
Achieving LEED Certification with Air and Water Barriers for Multifamily Construction
A required feature of modern multifamily buildings is energy-efficiency. Critical to an energy-efficient building is a tight building envelope, which requires a high-quality air and [...]
Comparing Asphalt Felt and Synthetic Underlayments
Barricade® Roof Underlayments have all of the benefits of both asphalt-saturated felt and synthetic underlayments. However, an added advantage of Barricade® Underlayments is they save [...]
Keep Your Concrete Tile Roof Safe with Synthetic Underlayment
Tile roofing has long been a favorite choice among homeowners who prefer a beautiful, economical, and long-lasting solution for their roofs. Unfortunately, tile roofing can [...]