Exterior Wall Assemblies

Exterior wall assemblies (sometimes referred to as rainscreens) are structures attached to a building's wall that deflects rain, preventing the main wall assembly from excess moisture. They are a primary measure against moisture intrusion and moisture damage. They can be differentiated from veneer or cladding in that an air barrier is present between the surfaces, in which natural evaporation and… More

Exterior wall assemblies (sometimes referred to as rainscreens) are structures attached to a building's wall that deflects rain, preventing the main wall assembly from excess moisture. They are a primary measure against moisture intrusion and moisture damage. They can be differentiated from veneer or cladding in that an air barrier is present between the surfaces, in which natural evaporation and draft remove remaining moisture. Less