Architectural

Architectural

How Does a Self-Healing Home Cell Membrane Work?

Microscopic levels of damage can occur in residential water-resistant air barrier membranes during application, and over time, due to wear and tear and environmental elements. Tiny cracks can lead to significant thermal bridging and eventual material failure. In addition, homeowners rarely detect these cracks in time to intervene and repair them before more severe damage occurs.

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Why is Dimple Board So Effective for Wall Drainage?

A foundation’s quality plays a significant role in a building’s performance and longevity. If you improperly design and install the foundation, particularly the below-grade drainage and systems, severe building integrity problems will happen.

Architectural

What is a Liquid Vapor Barrier? Pros, Cons, and a Great Alternative

Architectural

How Does Elastomeric Flashing Work? The Best Solutions for Your Project

Architectural

Pros and Cons of Fluid-Applied Air Barriers

Polyguard's single-component Airlok Flex® Family of Fluid-Applied Air Barrier products offer builders and architects a superior solution to their design and application challenges.

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18 Steps for Installing Commercial Windows and Best Practices

Architectural

How to Plan an Integrated Building Envelope System

Polyguard products achieves these goals with our tested, continuous building envelope components, including waterproofing, air barrier, drainage, and accessory systems.

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When to Use Permeable vs Non-Permeable Air Barriers

Choosing between a permeable and non-permeable air barrier depends on your climate zones and building codes.

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How to Approach Waterproofing for New Foundation Walls

Applying Poly Wall® below-grade waterproofing systems to any foundation wall with earth on one side and usable space on the other (including crawl spaces) significantly minimizes moisture-related problems to your home.

Architectural

What is the Difference Between an Air Barrier vs. Vapor Barrier?

Protecting your home with a high-quality air barrier, from the top down to its foundation, will protect the home's integrity and air quality, along with lessening maintenance and repair bills.