Renovation
...to correct moisture intrusion problems and improve energy-efficiency of the property. Our Systems Remove & Reclad For extensive renovations, it often is most efficient remove all existing cladding and replace...
Fluid-Applied Air and Water-Resistive Barriers
...Vapor Permeable CHEMISTRY: Water-based TYPE OF APPLICATION: Roller-applied / Spray-applied CODE COMPLIANCE: International Building Code International Residential Code International Energy Conservation Code Los Angeles Building Code International Green Construction Code...
Frequently Asked Questions
...access more information on NFPA 285 testing of Sto wall systems. EIFS is a lightweight, energy efficient wall cladding system with continuous insulation. Sto’s EIFS systems, StoTherm® ci, contain StoGuard®...
Recreating Classic Brick and Wood Facades with Resin Cast Brick and Wood
...compared to their traditional counterparts. Resin shapes save energy because they do not require the high temperature of a kiln, like traditional bricks, or the energy needed to cut lumber...
Are Ventilated Rainscreen Systems Effective?
Ventilated rainscreens, like StoVentec® Rainscreen®, help custom builders and architects build high-performance structures, especially in colder climates. StoVentec® ventilated rainscreen claddings create comfortable, sustainable, energy-efficient, and healthy indoor environmental quality...
New York City’s ‘glass ban’ – what is it, and what does it mean?
...not amount to a ban on the glass and steel in New York’s commercial buildings. According to the New York Times, de Blasio plans would institute energy code requirements as...
Importance of Sealer for EIFS Projects
High-performing, drainable EIFS provides the building industry with a complete wall cladding system and a simple-to-use solution toward compliance with the current energy code. Drainable EIFS wall systems, like StoTherm®...
6 Advantages of Engineered Masonry Veneer Systems
...broad range of architectural surfaces. These benefits help ensure a durable, aesthetically-beautiful building enclosure system that contributes toward sustainable, energy-efficient, comfortable, and healthy IEQ residential, commercial, and institutional wall construction....
Panelization
...Panel Technology offers a wide range of high-end aesthetic choices, a variety of code compliant energy saving wall systems, unique solutions to project constructability challenges, and a process that expedites...
Rainscreen Architecture: Glass Cladding System Solutions for Architects and Builders
Secure and robust glass rainscreen cladding systems contribute significantly towards energy-efficient, safe, and comfortable buildings with healthy indoor environmental quality (IEQ). StoVentec® Glass Rainscreen® systems are a proven and established...
Enhancing Architectural Appeal: Exploring Sto Masonry Veneer Engineered Systems (MVES)
...to match the White Castle restaurants’ stucco and stone aesthetics. Light-weight, energy-efficient StoTherm® ci MVES incorporates continuous exterior insulation to meet the most stringent energy codes. It also complies with...
The Best Exterior Wood Cladding Systems for Your Commercial Project
...from absorbing paint or stain. Renewable and biodegradable wood requires very little energy to produce, making it a sustainable building solution. In addition, trees naturally absorb CO2 and release oxygen,...
A Rainscreen System Unlike Any Other
StoVentec Render is an innovative rainscreen cladding solution that improves building performance with economical construction. This system features a ventilated cavity for effective drainage, continuous insulation for energy efficiency and...
NFTs in architecture: The future or passing fad?
...known as mining, which involves complex puzzles, awesome computing power and a huge load of energy. That’s because Ethereum, the platform of choice for NFTs, uses a method called proof...
One Manufacturer is Better Than Two
...moisture infiltration by preventing condensation in the wall system to resist structurally damaging mildew and mold. Energy Efficiency: Prevents air infiltration through the wall, reducing energy use and costs Indoor...
Exploring Non-Combustible Construction: What You Need to Know
...roofs made of combustible material Mineral Wool Insulation for Non-Combustible Construction Mineral wool continuous insulation contributes to non-combustible construction and meets stringent code requirements for energy-efficient building design. Initially, manufacturers...
6 Useful Online Tools for Building Professionals
Throughout its 40+ year history, Sto Corp.’s energy-efficient and easy-to-apply building envelope solutions have provided building professionals with the widest range of aesthetic possibilities on the most complete collection of...
Prefabrication on the Rise: Understanding the Rapid Growth of the Prefab Market
...barriers to create a more energy-efficient building. Prefabricated panels provide continuous insulation and seamless air and moisture barriers, to create superior energy efficiency and airtightness levels. Sto Panel Technology Atlantic...
2021 construction outlook: Signs of positivity showing
...the need for renovations to existing space for physical distancing and for well building design criteria. Climate plan may create jobs Clean energy, lower emissions and a sustainable economy are...
How sustainable campus design affects students and operators
...design on campuses are numerous. For operators, standouts include reducing energy costs and increasing lifespan of a building. For students, introducing elements like biophilic design, as well as fostering connections...
STPE Sealants: What You Need to Know
...per hour at 50Pa of pressure – a significant measure of a building’s energy efficiency. 1. The top plate to attic drywall achieves a potential ACH50 reduction: up to 1.6...
Recent developments in sustainability initiatives for commercial buildings
Energy efficiency, reduced carbon output and sustainability measures have been targets for those designing and operating commercial buildings for some time. Now, with Net Zero – where a building emits...
Glass exteriors in commercial buildings: Four incredible buildings with glass facades
...building, natural light is a proven productivity and mood enhancer. Technological advancements have allowed for many different innovations in glass, including treatments to improve energy efficiency, emissivity, glare, and coloring....
Precast Concrete Wall Panels and a Better Alternative
...reducing daily temperature swings and saving energy. Disadvantages of Precast Concrete Wall Panels Problems associated with heavy precast concrete panels include handling issues, moisture problems, insufficient thermal performance and fire...
How to Reduce Building Envelope Installation Time Without Sacrificing Quality
...allowed builders to cost-effectively hastened the installation of its energy-efficient building envelope. Rising Construction Market The Global Buildings Construction Market size in 2022 was $5,412.80 billion. Building experts predict this...
Breaking Down the Differences: Tempered Glass vs. Toughened Glass
...(kinetic energy). A rainscreen cladding system will limit water intrusion by providing a drainage plane. Improved Safety Blast-Tested The strength and integrity of the StoVentec® Glass Rainscreen® System can pass...
The Art of Exterior Design: A Guide to External Render Cladding Systems
...continuous insulation (CI), and our high-quality StoVentec® Rainscreen® cladding. In addition, the lightweight and energy-efficient StoVentec® Rainscreen® Systems reduce heating and air-conditioning costs and limit condensation that can cause unhealthy...
How are digital twins being used in the built environment?
...and buildings consume 25-40% of global energy. Given the volume of new property that needs to be built to accommodate the increase in urbanization, it’s important that the sustainability performance...
Sustainability Solutions
...the experience of building comfort—all with the goal of helping to build a better world. Our innovative wall systems are engineered to reduce carbon emissions through long-term durability, energy-efficiency, and...
Reduce Weather Delays for Your Building Envelope Construction Projects
...by cutting raw material waste, recycling materials, and improving the energy efficiency of the wall system. In addition, the use of prefab wall panels significantly lessens equipment, labor and waste...
