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UK Construction Blog
APRIL 7, 2025
Penetrating sealers protect against moisture while allowing the wood to breathe. Polished concrete systems create glossy floors that resist stains and abrasion, eliminating the need for additional coverings. Innovative Metal Solutions in Building Metals deliver strength, fire resistance, and longevity to construction projects.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
By preventing uncontrolled air movement between conditioned and unconditioned spaces, they help regulate indoor temperatures, control moisture, and improve energy efficiency. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.
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UK Construction Blog
JULY 1, 2025
Before you default to familiar methods, this post walks you through sensor-guided fills, modular panels, and hybrid vapour controls that builders are already testing onsite. Picture two masonry leaves, stainless-steel ties and a drainage cavity working together like a breathable waterproof jacket.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 23, 2024
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.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 26, 2025
Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.
GCP Applied Technologies
APRIL 25, 2018
Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project.
GCP Applied Technologies
AUGUST 1, 2019
Part I of our project briefcases series featured a diverse construction portfolio that helped keep prominent, global projects on track, on budget, and protected for decades to come. Tuscany’s Apuano Hospital chooses PREPRUFE® waterproofing. Las Vegas Airport adopts GCP waterproofing solutions. Fire proofing. read more.
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