HalfbackH20 is a general siding insulation product that not only insulates your home, but also provides an extreme level of?protection against bulk water that may accumulate on the sheathing surface. How It WorksHalfbackH20 is a closed cell, rigid siding insulation with drainage grooves for enhanced moisture management. The grooves are built into the back […]
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Read MoreASTM International, a globally recognized leader in the development and delivery of international voluntary consensus standards, has recently published ASTM D7793-12 Standard Specification for Insulated Vinyl Siding. This comes after years of hard work by the Vinyl Siding Institute (VSI), Progressive Foam, and others. You may wonder, ?why do we need standards?? Today, over 12,000 […]
Read MoreUpdated LCA Report Proves Vinyl Siding Is Still One of the Most Environmentally-Friendly Siding Products A recent life cycle assessment (LCA) released by the Vinyl Siding Institute (VSI) confirms that vinyl still ranks as one of the most environmentally friendly exterior claddings. The full LCA report (found here), extensively covers the impact that siding products […]
Read MoreWhen MY GUYS Remodeling chose to install new FullbackFC siding insulation on a large residential job in Raleigh, North Carolina, they became the first company in the state to offer this new, innovative product. We sat down with MY GUYS co-owner Joe Bass to learn about their experience with the product. Q: Why did you […]
Read MoreHalfbackH20 Premium Siding Insulation Installed Under Fiber Cement During Mold Remediation Remodel ?We believe that HalfbackH20 Premium is the perfect product for us to add insulation to these remodeled homes while resting easy knowing it will help effectively manage moisture from day one.” -Joe Yurick, General Manager Atlantic Remediation and Restoration Contractors (ARRC) in Pennsylvania […]
Read More?The drainage grooves (of HalfbackH20) are critical to the performance of the wall?, says Project Manager Aaron Bancroft, AIA LEED AP of CUBE 3 Studio, LLC. ?Without the drainage grooves, constant moisture up against the water resistive barrier could work its way into the wall.? – Location: 30-50 Mill Street, Arlington, Massachusetts […]
Read MoreNew Siding Insulation with Built-In Moisture Management Adds R-3.8 Behind Brick and Fiber Cement Siding?on University Residence Hall Complex Location: 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257 Located less than an hour outside of Harrisburg, Shippensburg?University is a bachelor and masters degree granting institute?with a rich history in teaching excellence. The Project: The three-building residence […]
Read MorePosted on within Fiber cement siding from manufacturers like James Hardie can be a great way to enhance the appearance of a new or existing home. It is solid like real wood, can be painted in an endless number of different siding colors, and stands up to many elements. However, installing fiber cement […]
Read MoreVinyl siding is currently the number one exterior cladding across the United States and Canada, with many people choosing it for their homes due to its affordability, design versatility, durability and low maintenance. But have you ever wondered how vinyl siding compares to other siding options when it comes to it’s impact on health and […]
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