Acrylic EIFS Mesh Windows and Openings

Acrylic EIFS Mesh Windows and Openings Note : Important step of cutting L shaped in boards for openings. Every joint should be offset Any cement-based stucco, whether in a traditional or modern style, must be reinforced as movement cracks may appear. A plastic mesh lath or tape in small corners should be embedded into the […]
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Acrylic EIFS System Installation

Acrylic EIFS System Installation Oncodes.ca publishes this information for educational purposes only Note : Exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) is a cladding system that provides exterior walls with an insulated, water-resistant and finished surface. Different thickness of foam will offer additional R-Value and the grooves in the back assures proper drainage in case of condesation […]
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Anchorage of Columns and Posts

Anchorage of Columns and Posts (1)  Except as provided in Sentences (2) and (3), exterior columns and posts shall be anchored to resist uplift and lateral movement.     (2)  Except as provided in Sentence (3), where columns or posts support balconies, decks, verandas and other exterior platforms, and the columns or posts extend not more than 600 […]
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Anchorage of Floor or Roof Assemblies

Anchorage of Floor or Roof Assemblies (1)  Where required to receive lateral support, masonry walls shall be anchored to each floor or roof assembly at maximum intervals of 2 m, except that anchorage of floor joists not more than 1 m above grade may be omitted.  (2)  Anchors required in Sentence (1) shall be corrosion-resistant and be […]
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Attachment of Cladding Table

Attachment of Cladding Table 9.27.5.4. Forming Part of Sentence 9.27.5.4.(1) Table 9.27.5.4 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code, Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only
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Attachment of Cladding to Sheathing

Attachment of Cladding to Sheathing (1)  Gypsum sheathing, rigid insulation and fibreboard shall not be used for the attachment of siding materials. (2)  Nails used in attaching the materials listed in Sentence (1) shall be not less than 3.2 mm diam with a minimum head diameter of 11 mm. Article 9.23.16.3 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   […]
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