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Is EIFS Tape Required?

EIFS tape is a self-adhesive membrane that is made from a rubberized asphalt that has been laminated to a polyester fabric. The fabric helps to strengthen , providing a stronger, more crack-resistant bond  with most exterior coatings to provide a self-sealing, waterproofing layer. It is primarily used around windows and doors, taping panel seams and […]

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by on September 28, 2012  •  Permalink
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Posted by Admin on September 28, 2012

http://torontostuccocontractor.com/blog/2012/09/is-eifs-tape-required/

Synthetic Stucco – Why Weeping Holes Are Important

Synthetic Stucco (actually known as EIFS) is a popular cladding among both commercial buildings and residential homes in Northern climates because of it’s superior ability to insulate a wall and manage moisture. The moisture management comes primarily from 2 important components of EIFS: The weather barrier (typically trowel-applied) that acts as a back-up defense against […]

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by on September 5, 2011  •  Permalink
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Posted by Admin on September 5, 2011

http://torontostuccocontractor.com/blog/2011/09/synthetic-stucco-why-weeping-holes-are-important/

Additional Components of the Weather Barrier

An EIFS weather barrier is the same as putting building paper around your house, isn’t it? You can just slap it on and you’re safe, right? Yes… and no. Yes, it is a weather barrier which will keep moisture away from your substrate. No, it’s not the only component of a well constructed weather barrier. […]

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by on November 5, 2008  •  Permalink
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Posted by JamesCarnegie on November 5, 2008

http://torontostuccocontractor.com/blog/2008/11/additional-components-of-the-weather-barrier/

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    "Stucco" is typically what people in the Toronto area use when they're looking for EIFS (Exterior Insulation Finish Systems, or "synthetic stucco"). We use the two terms interchangeably.

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