Rainscreen 101: Exterior Building Envelope Moisture Control

Provider: Masonry Technology, Inc.
Discipline: Masonry Products
Credits: 1.00

What is a Rainscreen? What must Rainscreen technology really do? Learn about the important features of a true Rainscreen and why proper Rainscreen technology is essential for your wall system. This presentation covers the components of an effective moisture management system for rainscreen building envelopes, examines the issue of air movement in building envelopes, and looks at the special needs of openings in building envelopes and how to effectively deal with their special moisture issues. This is a multimedia program and includes animations, photos, drawings, and narration by moisture management expert, John Koester. (This is an AIA/CES approved course.)

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