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U.S. Insulation Industry Generates $20 Billion, NAIMA Reports

April 10, 2017

The U.S. insulation industry contributes $20 billion annually to the U.S. economy and supports nearly 400,000 jobs throughout the United States, according to a new report published by the American Chemistry Council.

Four Tips for Mixing and Pumping Field-Mixed Stucco Basecoats

March 21, 2017

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Fiber reinforced cement basecoat consists of an 80 pound (lb.) bag of concentrated cement mixed with 200-240 lbs. of washed sand certified to American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standard C897 or C144, and potable water.

Athletic Club Quiets Paddle Ball Court Noise with Acoustifence

March 21, 2017

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A large athletic club in New York contacted Thomas Stone of MS Platinum Construction about a noise problem at their paddleball courts in late fall 2015.

Exterior Sheathing

March 15, 2017

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Wall panels can affect the performance of stucco and EIFS.

Deteriorating Limestone on Historic Bank Building Restored

March 6, 2017

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Historic restoration experts Western Specialty Contractors, Springfield branch, recently completed a two-month project to repair the limestone base of landmark Illinois National Bank in Springfield, Ill.

Concrete Advice

February 20, 2017

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Builders aren't born knowing everything about the construction industry. Just like other professionals, they need to learn the intricate details of their chosen profession. However for builders, it's an ongoing education.

OSB: From the Forest to the Home

February 8, 2017

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It all starts in the forest. Before Oriented Strand Board (OSB) gets installed in the home, it starts out in the forest as a renewable resource.

Fiberglass Insulation Still Tops in Return for Home Renovations

An insulation upgrade still provides best return for homeowners.

February 2, 2017

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For the second year in a row, the Cost v. Value Report concludes that a fiberglass insulation upgrade is the home remodeling project that provides the largest percentage return on investment for homeowners.

How to Avoid Common Mistakes When Selecting a Commercial Specialty Contractor

January 31, 2017

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When selecting a commercial specialty contractor for waterproofing or concrete or masonry restoration work, Western Specialty Contractors Assistant Regional Business Development Manager Teddy Williams says not to think of contractors as commodities.

The Final Curtainwall at Grammy Museum

The Grammy Museum of Mississippi gets contemporary redesign from latest project.

January 17, 2017

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The new 28,000-square-foot GRAMMY Museum Mississippi opened in March 2016. The one-story museum's façade and 30-foot-tall lobby features Tubelite Inc.'s curtainwall and entrance systems.