Mesh

Because EIFS are proprietary, and the strength of the overall system–like a team–is only as strong as its weakest link. Installers must follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and the proper products must be used to ensure design intent is met. If the mesh is improperly installed or the mesh product was not part of the tested system, you could be in for trouble. With the game on the line would you choose a substitute from the stands? continue reading

Improper EIFS Reinforcing Mesh Can Ruin Your Building: "Mixing materials from different manufacturers in the same assembly is also not permitted since the resulting EIFS is no longer a tested system. This can happen when on-hand stock from a different mesh manufacturer is used to finish a project instead of ordering additional material. The products have not been tested as a system and the performance of the "hybrid" system is unknown. Also, when this occurs, neither the EIFS system manufacturer nor the manufacturer of the on-hand stock can provide a warranty for the system." continue reading