Is EIFS impact-resistant?

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Is EIFS impact-resistant? Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems are relatively lightweight and mostly composed of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam, which when hit with direct impact, can give way to punctures or dents. This isn't to say EIFS is a weak material, as it can resist inclement ...

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It’s all in the details – EIFS

January 22, 2010 | Leave a response

It’s all in the details - EIFS Often when the subject of leaks is brought up in relation to EIFS, it's noted that the leaks are rarely if ever emanating from the EIFS itself, but more likely caused by improper application, installation or from finishing ...

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Water resistive barriers and drainage EIFS

January 15, 2010 | Leave a response

Water resistive barriers and drainage EIFS Often building codes may specify that for whatever reason, drainage Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems must be used, especially is the substrate is vulnerable to moisture. This will often necessitate a protective coating between the EIFS drainage components and the ...

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Leaks EIFS’ arch nemesis

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Leaks EIFS’ arch nemesis The threat of leaks might seemingly be the greatest downfall of Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems. The most unfortunate aspect of this notion is that in most cases, the EIFS itself is not the problem. There are many underlying causes that could ...

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Some extra tidbits about EIFS

January 8, 2010 | Leave a response

Some extra tidbits about EIFS Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems are a wall cladding system. Like any construction material that is used outdoors or on the exterior of a building, Ontario climates create a few extra precautions necessary to take during winter installation. Few other climates ...

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Water and EIFS Water Vapour

January 1, 2010 | Leave a response

Water and EIFS Water Vapour Water and Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems have a tumultuous relationship, one that is very much responsible for bringing an unfairly deserved reputation and a plethora of bad press to EIFS. Most of this concern is centered around water in its ...

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Water Vapour and EIFS in Ontario

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Water Vapour and EIFS in Ontario per·me·a·ble [pur-mee-uh-buh l] adj. That can be permeated or penetrated, especially by liquids or gases: permeable membranes; rock that is permeable by water. Permeability, with regards to Exterior Insulating Finishing Systems, refers to the ability of water vapour to ...

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