Exterior walls can be finished with a wide array of materials and techniques. Exterior wall finishes can produce significant savings for the contractor and building occupant alike, and many options are available to protect from fire, extreme heat and cold. Browse through all of these options featuring advantages, tips, benefits and cost-saving solutions for materials used in building construction.
01 of 12
Walls on Wildfire Zones
USDAGOV/Flickr
When an exterior wall ignites, the fire can spread to the roof, windows, doors, and other building components resulting in substantial damage or total loss of the structure. The resistance of exterior walls to burning and decay is directly related to the material used and the amount of fire ignition components in the surrounding areas.
02 of 12
Gypsum Area Separation Walls
USG
Gypsum separation walls provide a 2-hour fire protection and serve well as noise reduction between neighboring units in multi-unit buildings. These walls can be used on constructions up to four stories in height and are compatible with standard floor to ceiling heights.
03 of 12
Insulated Vinyl Siding
J. Rodriguez
Insulated vinyl siding offers a good, low-cost alternative to consider when planning your next construction project.
04 of 12
Tilt-Up Walls
Tilt-up.com
Tilt-Up wall construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States.The methodology enables walls to be constructed elsewhere and transported to any project site, or to be built onsite, reducing labor conflicts and logistics. The process is aimed at reducing construction costs, speed the project and reduce labor congestion on site.
05 of 12
OVE Framing
J. Rodriguez
Builders and contractors are starting to use this technique, which might require special training so can result in a decrease in framing speed until they become familiar with the system. The main idea behind Optimum Value Engineering is to maximize material usage while still meeting stringent code regulations and structural requirements.
06 of 12
ICF Walls
Insulated concrete forms. Vermont Insulated Concrete Forms
Insulated Concrete forms are a new method being used by contractors to qualify for energy credit and other types of ratings. Many home builders are using the most obvious and currently most popular alternative: Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs).
07 of 12
House Wrap Installation Tips
Samdogs/Flickr
House wrap is defined as all synthetic materials replacing sheathing paper. House wraps are a lightweight material wider than asphalt designs, allowing a faster installation procedure by builders and contractors.
08 of 12
Common Cladding Alternatives
MarkHogan/Flickr
Cladding has become one of the most popular alternatives for renovating the exterior of existing buildings. This solution provides a new look and new life to an old and weathered building, and can effectively generate savings in electricity when thermal and insulation issues are addressed. Cladding benefits are greatest when dealing with high story buildings, or buildings confined in a small site, where the demolishing process is deemed too difficult or infeasible.
09 of 12
Brick Walls
J. Rodriguez
Brick is one of the most widely used materials in the construction and housing industry. Working with bricks can be a little tricky and confusing. Some contractors have paid the price for failing to execute a few simple steps, with costly reparations after the job has been completed.
10 of 12
Insulated Wall Panels
NDSU Energy
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are used in floors, walls, and roofs providing an extremely durable, sustainable and energy-efficient high-performance material. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are typically made by a plastic foam rigid insulation between two structural skin surfaces such as oriented strand boards (OSB).
11 of 12
Supreme Steel Framing
Steel framing. FSNorthern region/Flickr
Supreme Steel Framing System is a relatively new framing material that presents several benefits when installing drywall. Supreme Steel Framing System testing assures its compliance with 2006 IBC code.
12 of 12
Cinder Block Walls
Photo Courtesy Oregon DOT
Cinder block walls and concrete masonry block walls must be built carefully, following simple but necessary processes.
Exterior walls can be finished with a wide array of materials and techniques. Exterior wall finishes can produce significant savings for the contractor and building occupant alike, and many options are available to protect from fire, extreme heat and cold. Browse through all of these options featuring advantages, tips, benefits and cost-saving solutions for materials used in building construction.
01 of 12
Walls on Wildfire Zones
USDAGOV/Flickr
When an exterior wall ignites, the fire can spread to the roof, windows, doors, and other building components resulting in substantial damage or total loss of the structure. The resistance of exterior walls to burning and decay is directly related to the material used and the amount of fire ignition components in the surrounding areas.
02 of 12
Gypsum Area Separation Walls
USG
Gypsum separation walls provide a 2-hour fire protection and serve well as noise reduction between neighboring units in multi-unit buildings. These walls can be used on constructions up to four stories in height and are compatible with standard floor to ceiling heights.
03 of 12
Insulated Vinyl Siding
J. Rodriguez
Insulated vinyl siding offers a good, low-cost alternative to consider when planning your next construction project.
04 of 12
Tilt-Up Walls
Tilt-up.com
Tilt-Up wall construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States.The methodology enables walls to be constructed elsewhere and transported to any project site, or to be built onsite, reducing labor conflicts and logistics. The process is aimed at reducing construction costs, speed the project and reduce labor congestion on site.
05 of 12
OVE Framing
J. Rodriguez
Builders and contractors are starting to use this technique, which might require special training so can result in a decrease in framing speed until they become familiar with the system. The main idea behind Optimum Value Engineering is to maximize material usage while still meeting stringent code regulations and structural requirements.
06 of 12
ICF Walls
Insulated concrete forms. Vermont Insulated Concrete Forms
Insulated Concrete forms are a new method being used by contractors to qualify for energy credit and other types of ratings. Many home builders are using the most obvious and currently most popular alternative: Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs).
07 of 12
House Wrap Installation Tips
Samdogs/Flickr
House wrap is defined as all synthetic materials replacing sheathing paper. House wraps are a lightweight material wider than asphalt designs, allowing a faster installation procedure by builders and contractors.
08 of 12
Common Cladding Alternatives
MarkHogan/Flickr
Cladding has become one of the most popular alternatives for renovating the exterior of existing buildings. This solution provides a new look and new life to an old and weathered building, and can effectively generate savings in electricity when thermal and insulation issues are addressed. Cladding benefits are greatest when dealing with high story buildings, or buildings confined in a small site, where the demolishing process is deemed too difficult or infeasible.
09 of 12
Brick Walls
J. Rodriguez
Brick is one of the most widely used materials in the construction and housing industry. Working with bricks can be a little tricky and confusing. Some contractors have paid the price for failing to execute a few simple steps, with costly reparations after the job has been completed.
10 of 12
Insulated Wall Panels
NDSU Energy
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are used in floors, walls, and roofs providing an extremely durable, sustainable and energy-efficient high-performance material. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are typically made by a plastic foam rigid insulation between two structural skin surfaces such as oriented strand boards (OSB).
11 of 12
Supreme Steel Framing
Steel framing. FSNorthern region/Flickr
Supreme Steel Framing System is a relatively new framing material that presents several benefits when installing drywall. Supreme Steel Framing System testing assures its compliance with 2006 IBC code.
12 of 12
Cinder Block Walls
Photo Courtesy Oregon DOT
Cinder block walls and concrete masonry block walls must be built carefully, following simple but necessary processes.
Exterior walls can be finished with a wide array of materials and techniques. Exterior wall finishes can produce significant savings for the contractor and building occupant alike, and many options are available to protect from fire, extreme heat and cold. Browse through all of these options featuring advantages, tips, benefits and cost-saving solutions for materials used in building construction.
01 of 12
Walls on Wildfire Zones
USDAGOV/Flickr
When an exterior wall ignites, the fire can spread to the roof, windows, doors, and other building components resulting in substantial damage or total loss of the structure. The resistance of exterior walls to burning and decay is directly related to the material used and the amount of fire ignition components in the surrounding areas.
02 of 12
Gypsum Area Separation Walls
USG
Gypsum separation walls provide a 2-hour fire protection and serve well as noise reduction between neighboring units in multi-unit buildings. These walls can be used on constructions up to four stories in height and are compatible with standard floor to ceiling heights.
03 of 12
Insulated Vinyl Siding
J. Rodriguez
Insulated vinyl siding offers a good, low-cost alternative to consider when planning your next construction project.
04 of 12
Tilt-Up Walls
Tilt-up.com
Tilt-Up wall construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States.The methodology enables walls to be constructed elsewhere and transported to any project site, or to be built onsite, reducing labor conflicts and logistics. The process is aimed at reducing construction costs, speed the project and reduce labor congestion on site.
05 of 12
OVE Framing
J. Rodriguez
Builders and contractors are starting to use this technique, which might require special training so can result in a decrease in framing speed until they become familiar with the system. The main idea behind Optimum Value Engineering is to maximize material usage while still meeting stringent code regulations and structural requirements.
06 of 12
ICF Walls
Insulated concrete forms. Vermont Insulated Concrete Forms
Insulated Concrete forms are a new method being used by contractors to qualify for energy credit and other types of ratings. Many home builders are using the most obvious and currently most popular alternative: Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs).
07 of 12
House Wrap Installation Tips
Samdogs/Flickr
House wrap is defined as all synthetic materials replacing sheathing paper. House wraps are a lightweight material wider than asphalt designs, allowing a faster installation procedure by builders and contractors.
08 of 12
Common Cladding Alternatives
MarkHogan/Flickr
Cladding has become one of the most popular alternatives for renovating the exterior of existing buildings. This solution provides a new look and new life to an old and weathered building, and can effectively generate savings in electricity when thermal and insulation issues are addressed. Cladding benefits are greatest when dealing with high story buildings, or buildings confined in a small site, where the demolishing process is deemed too difficult or infeasible.
09 of 12
Brick Walls
J. Rodriguez
Brick is one of the most widely used materials in the construction and housing industry. Working with bricks can be a little tricky and confusing. Some contractors have paid the price for failing to execute a few simple steps, with costly reparations after the job has been completed.
10 of 12
Insulated Wall Panels
NDSU Energy
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are used in floors, walls, and roofs providing an extremely durable, sustainable and energy-efficient high-performance material. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are typically made by a plastic foam rigid insulation between two structural skin surfaces such as oriented strand boards (OSB).
11 of 12
Supreme Steel Framing
Steel framing. FSNorthern region/Flickr
Supreme Steel Framing System is a relatively new framing material that presents several benefits when installing drywall. Supreme Steel Framing System testing assures its compliance with 2006 IBC code.
12 of 12
Cinder Block Walls
Photo Courtesy Oregon DOT
Cinder block walls and concrete masonry block walls must be built carefully, following simple but necessary processes.
Exterior walls can be finished with a wide array of materials and techniques. Exterior wall finishes can produce significant savings for the contractor and building occupant alike, and many options are available to protect from fire, extreme heat and cold. Browse through all of these options featuring advantages, tips, benefits and cost-saving solutions for materials used in building construction.
01 of 12
Walls on Wildfire Zones
USDAGOV/Flickr
When an exterior wall ignites, the fire can spread to the roof, windows, doors, and other building components resulting in substantial damage or total loss of the structure. The resistance of exterior walls to burning and decay is directly related to the material used and the amount of fire ignition components in the surrounding areas.
02 of 12
Gypsum Area Separation Walls
USG
Gypsum separation walls provide a 2-hour fire protection and serve well as noise reduction between neighboring units in multi-unit buildings. These walls can be used on constructions up to four stories in height and are compatible with standard floor to ceiling heights.
03 of 12
Insulated Vinyl Siding
J. Rodriguez
Insulated vinyl siding offers a good, low-cost alternative to consider when planning your next construction project.
04 of 12
Tilt-Up Walls
Tilt-up.com
Tilt-Up wall construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States.The methodology enables walls to be constructed elsewhere and transported to any project site, or to be built onsite, reducing labor conflicts and logistics. The process is aimed at reducing construction costs, speed the project and reduce labor congestion on site.
05 of 12
OVE Framing
J. Rodriguez
Builders and contractors are starting to use this technique, which might require special training so can result in a decrease in framing speed until they become familiar with the system. The main idea behind Optimum Value Engineering is to maximize material usage while still meeting stringent code regulations and structural requirements.
06 of 12
ICF Walls
Insulated concrete forms. Vermont Insulated Concrete Forms
Insulated Concrete forms are a new method being used by contractors to qualify for energy credit and other types of ratings. Many home builders are using the most obvious and currently most popular alternative: Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs).
07 of 12
House Wrap Installation Tips
Samdogs/Flickr
House wrap is defined as all synthetic materials replacing sheathing paper. House wraps are a lightweight material wider than asphalt designs, allowing a faster installation procedure by builders and contractors.
08 of 12
Common Cladding Alternatives
MarkHogan/Flickr
Cladding has become one of the most popular alternatives for renovating the exterior of existing buildings. This solution provides a new look and new life to an old and weathered building, and can effectively generate savings in electricity when thermal and insulation issues are addressed. Cladding benefits are greatest when dealing with high story buildings, or buildings confined in a small site, where the demolishing process is deemed too difficult or infeasible.
09 of 12
Brick Walls
J. Rodriguez
Brick is one of the most widely used materials in the construction and housing industry. Working with bricks can be a little tricky and confusing. Some contractors have paid the price for failing to execute a few simple steps, with costly reparations after the job has been completed.
10 of 12
Insulated Wall Panels
NDSU Energy
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are used in floors, walls, and roofs providing an extremely durable, sustainable and energy-efficient high-performance material. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are typically made by a plastic foam rigid insulation between two structural skin surfaces such as oriented strand boards (OSB).
11 of 12
Supreme Steel Framing
Steel framing. FSNorthern region/Flickr
Supreme Steel Framing System is a relatively new framing material that presents several benefits when installing drywall. Supreme Steel Framing System testing assures its compliance with 2006 IBC code.
12 of 12
Cinder Block Walls
Photo Courtesy Oregon DOT
Cinder block walls and concrete masonry block walls must be built carefully, following simple but necessary processes.
01 of 12
Walls on Wildfire Zones
When an exterior wall ignites, the fire can spread to the roof, windows, doors, and other building components resulting in substantial damage or total loss of the structure. The resistance of exterior walls to burning and decay is directly related to the material used and the amount of fire ignition components in the surrounding areas.
01 of 12
01
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02 of 12
Gypsum Area Separation Walls
Gypsum separation walls provide a 2-hour fire protection and serve well as noise reduction between neighboring units in multi-unit buildings. These walls can be used on constructions up to four stories in height and are compatible with standard floor to ceiling heights.
02 of 12
02
03 of 12
Insulated Vinyl Siding
Insulated vinyl siding offers a good, low-cost alternative to consider when planning your next construction project.
03 of 12
03
04 of 12
Tilt-Up Walls
Tilt-Up wall construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States.The methodology enables walls to be constructed elsewhere and transported to any project site, or to be built onsite, reducing labor conflicts and logistics. The process is aimed at reducing construction costs, speed the project and reduce labor congestion on site.
04 of 12
04
05 of 12
OVE Framing
Builders and contractors are starting to use this technique, which might require special training so can result in a decrease in framing speed until they become familiar with the system. The main idea behind Optimum Value Engineering is to maximize material usage while still meeting stringent code regulations and structural requirements.
05 of 12
05
06 of 12
ICF Walls
Insulated Concrete forms are a new method being used by contractors to qualify for energy credit and other types of ratings. Many home builders are using the most obvious and currently most popular alternative: Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs).
06 of 12
06
07 of 12
House Wrap Installation Tips
House wrap is defined as all synthetic materials replacing sheathing paper. House wraps are a lightweight material wider than asphalt designs, allowing a faster installation procedure by builders and contractors.
07 of 12
07
08 of 12
Common Cladding Alternatives
Cladding has become one of the most popular alternatives for renovating the exterior of existing buildings. This solution provides a new look and new life to an old and weathered building, and can effectively generate savings in electricity when thermal and insulation issues are addressed. Cladding benefits are greatest when dealing with high story buildings, or buildings confined in a small site, where the demolishing process is deemed too difficult or infeasible.
08 of 12
08
09 of 12
Brick Walls
Brick is one of the most widely used materials in the construction and housing industry. Working with bricks can be a little tricky and confusing. Some contractors have paid the price for failing to execute a few simple steps, with costly reparations after the job has been completed.
09 of 12
09
10 of 12
Insulated Wall Panels
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are used in floors, walls, and roofs providing an extremely durable, sustainable and energy-efficient high-performance material. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are typically made by a plastic foam rigid insulation between two structural skin surfaces such as oriented strand boards (OSB).
10 of 12
10
11 of 12
Supreme Steel Framing
Supreme Steel Framing System is a relatively new framing material that presents several benefits when installing drywall. Supreme Steel Framing System testing assures its compliance with 2006 IBC code.
11 of 12
11
12 of 12
Cinder Block Walls
Cinder block walls and concrete masonry block walls must be built carefully, following simple but necessary processes.
12 of 12
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