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Laminated Glass

David Stutzman:

Laminated glass construction is simple - glue two or more panes of glass together to form a composite single pane. Wait, nothing is ever that simple....

Fenestration Condensation

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Do your windows perform like this frosty opening? Photo: Courtesy of EFCO

Studs and Piping

David Stutzman:

Metal stud cut for plumbing piping is structurally useless.

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Learning and Sharing

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Many state architectural licensing boards and AIA membership requires continuing education credits each year. The number of required credits is less...

It's Not Your Father's Greenboard

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Greenboard gypsum panels

Warranty & Correction Period

David Stutzman:

Just because a manufacturer offers a warranty, are you certain the specifications should require the warranty? There are many factors to consider...

Exterior Walls and NFPA 285

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NFPA 285 Test Configuration image courtesy Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing

Metal Stud Deflection Track

David Stutzman:

What are the common types needed for virtually every commercial building? Metal stud deflection tracks accommodate movement, both vertical and...

Preservative Treated Wood

David Stutzman:

What are those Commodity Specifications referenced by the building codes? AWPA U1 referenced by the code specifies wood preservative treatments by...

Single-Ply Roofing Membranes

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What are the common single-ply roofing membranes? What are the major differences between them? Selecting roofing membranes is a complex decision...