The Waterproofing Experts Report

Stucco doesn’t crack spontaneously, it responds to significant external STRESSES!

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Stucco Cracking and the Causations By Robert R. Tellez Stucco is widely used all over the world as an exterior cladding because of its aesthetic appeal, durability, fire resistance, design flexibility, low cost and ease of maintenance. Stucco is by nature hard and strong, but it is relatively thin and brittle and, will crack when

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Arcadia Group Manufacturing Plant Tour

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2301 East Vernon, Vernon, CA 90058 The Terra-Petra Waterproofing Division would like to thank James Fitzsimmons and the Arcadia Group for their time and generosity in leading us on a very informative tour and presentation of their store front, curtain wall and window manufacturing plant in Vernon CA. James was a very courteous host and

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What is a Passive House?

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The Passive House concept represents today’s highest energy standard with the promise of slashing the heating energy consumption of buildings by an amazing 90%. Widespread application of the Passive House design would have a dramatic impact on energy conservation. Data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration shows that buildings are responsible for 48% of greenhouse

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Bottom Line on Mold

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Contributed by Barry Taheri According to the EPA, molds can be found almost anywhere -they can grow on virtually any organic substance, as long as moisture and oxygen are present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet and insulation. When excessive moisture accumulates in buildings or on building materials, mold growth will

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Surface tension allows water droplets to cling to building surfaces, even downwards facing ones.

How Water Behaves

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Contributed by Barry Taheri— Water has a simple molecular structure made up of two atoms of hydrogen and one atom of oxygen. In any single water molecule, the hydrogen atoms will have ‘spare’ electrons that can bond to the oxygen atom of other water molecules (this is known as hydrogen bonding). This bonding allows water

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Waterproofing Options for Concrete Foundations

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Contributed by Barry Taheri Problems Caused by a Leaky Foundation “Do it right the first time.” It’s almost a cliche. But when it comes to waterproofing concrete, not doing it right the first time can have truly disastrous results. A leaky foundation in a residential building can damage finishes and furnishings, even the structure itself. In

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Stucco doesn’t crack spontaneously, it responds to significant external STRESSES!

Arcadia Group Manufacturing Plant Tour

What is a Passive House?

Bottom Line on Mold

How Water Behaves

Waterproofing Options for Concrete Foundations

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