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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

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Adapting to Regulatory Changes: Navigating New Building Codes in 2025

Construction Daily News

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025. Regulations can differ widely across the nation.

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.

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Herringbone Vinyl Flooring: The Luxurious Look of Wood Without the Maintenance

UK Construction Blog

Installation can be DIY-friendly with click-system options or glue-down formats, though professional fitting ensures perfect pattern alignment, especially in larger spaces. Unlike its wooden counterpart, herringbone luxury vinyl is waterproof, making it perfect for kitchens and bathrooms where real wood can’t be used.

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Repairing Concrete Joints - Prep and Installation

For Construction Pros

Proper preparation of a joint to be filled requires that the joint sidewalls be mechanically cleaned using a diamond concrete blade on a walk behind concrete saw equipped with a HEPA dust collection system. Metzger/McGuire Structurally re-building or re-nosing a wider deteriorated joint is more involved than repair using a semi-rigid filler.

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Transform Your Garage: 10 Simple DIY Upgrades for a More Functional Home Space

UK Construction Blog

Create specific zones for tools, gardening equipment, sports gear and automotive supplies to establish a logical system. Label storage containers clearly with waterproof markers or printed labels to identify contents at a glance. For optimal organization, group similar items together on your slatwall system.

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Epoxy Flooring Birmingham: Durable Solutions for Homes & Businesses

UK Construction Blog

Most installations require a two-coat system, providing a dry film thickness of 400 microns that’s 7 times thicker than standard paint. Waterproof Protection : Epoxy resin coatings provide complete waterproof protection, making them excellent choices for plant rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms where moisture resistance is essential.