Ultra Air Barrier Wall System, Dow Building Solutions

Improve the thermal efficiency of wall systems with this versatile air- and moisture-barrier system.

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The Ultra Air Barrier Wall System from Dow Building Solutions combines continuous insulation with an air, vapor, and moisture barrier for masonry and concrete block-backup construction and for metal stud walls. For use on the latter, the system is offered with Dow’s Styrofoam-brand Ultra SL insulation with a shiplap edge to improve thermal efficiency at its joints. building.dow.com


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Hallie Busta

Hallie Busta is a former associate editor of products and technology at ARCHITECT, Architectural Lighting, and Residential Architect. She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from Northwestern University's Medill school and a LEED Green Associate credential. Previously, she wrote about building-material sales and distribution at Hanley Wood. Follow her on Twitter at @HallieBusta.

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