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Guide 31: Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems

 

Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) is a multilayered exterior wall cladding system that has been commonly available since the early 1980`s. The substrate for the ElFS is a foam insulation board that is glued or mechanically attached to the wall sheathing. A reinforced base coating, which serves as a moisture barrier, is then applied directly over the insulation board. The final finish is provided by a durable stucco-textured coating made of synthetic and natural materials. This finish coating is often referred to as synthetic stucco.

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