Articles Tagged with ''moisture''

This summer, I am undertaking a total bathroom remodel. I’m planning to tile the walls around the vanity and toilet, as well as those surrounding the shower. Mold has been a persistent problem in this room.

Sometimes, a seemingly otherworldly development comes along that rewrites performance standards and shatters expectations. The Brass Knuckle Vader Goggle doesn’t come from the far reaches of space (the U.S., actually), but it might as well be an alien concept when compared to more traditional eye protection.

Moisture management is essential for many industries. From woodworking to farming to the building trades, each has its own requirements for end-product quality. Learn the benefits of Delmhorst’s industry-specific moisture meters, including reducing the threat of mold and mildew during water damage restoration, helping growers maintain quality from seed to final delivery and measuring moisture at all stages of pulp and paper production through final product.

Parks’ Waterproofing is proud to now be certified installers for AprilAire dehumidifiers and offer this innovative system to customers. The air in basements and crawl spaces is the same air that’s being breathed in a home’s living spaces.

Designing for moisture management and air holdout within a wall system can be a complicated business.

Plastic Components' UV-rated Ultra Casing Bead saves time and ensures proper sealing. A built-in MOISTURE SEAL keeps moisture out – and delivers consistent spacing around window/door frames in stucco and stone veneer projects. Inspections go easier too.

Ultra Drain Mat, Plastic Component’s Drainage/Ventilation System for most exterior cladding systems, meets the IBC for water resistant barriers. Its 2-ply channel allows for moisture drainage, and accelerates drying of exterior cladding. Durable 0.25” or 0.40” thick polymer material prevents condensation, and resists moisture intrusion, corrosive chemicals, mold and mildew.

As the AEC community looks to achieve ever more energy efficient buildings, Owens Corning is introducing a solution to improve thermal performance, increase energy efficiency and minimize performance loss in the event of moisture exposure.