Georgia-Pacific.
DensArmor Plus gypsum wallboard is made with glass mat facings, rather than paper, making it highly resistant to mold, the maker says. Designed for use on moisture-prone interior walls, it scores, cuts, and fastens like traditional gypsum wallboard. It carries a three-month in-place exposure warranty. 800.284.5347. www.gp.com.
Sto Corp.
Lotusan exterior wall coating is inspired by the microstructure of the lotus leaf, which stays clean and dry after rainfall. The coating is highly water- and dirt-repellent, the maker says, as well as mildew-, algae-, and mold-resistant. It can be used for new construction and recoat projects over concrete, stucco, EIFS, and fiber-cement-board substrates, and comes in 38 standard colors. 800.221.2397. www.stocorp.com.
Grace.
Designed to prevent leaks at the lower corners of windows, VYCORners are prefabricated plastic corners that create a waterproof joint without the need for intricate detailing. They fit any window design and are easy to install, the maker says. VYCORners are part of the Vycor flashing system. 800.444.6459. www.graceconstruction.com.
Temple-Inland.
Offered in two thicknesses and several widths, StructGuard TS structural sheathing features the TemShield mold protection system, which fights mold development to ASTM standards, the maker says. The sheathing can be scored and cut using standard drywall tools, and each panel is encased in water-resistant facers with an antimicrobial additive applied to both sides. 800.231.6060. www.templeinland.com.
For more product information, visit ebuild, Hanley Wood's interactive product catalog, at www.ebuild.com.
