A building’s façade is normally the largest surface area between its internal and external environment – where a great amount of heat loss can occur. Thermal insulation of the external walls from the outside is an efficient way of protecting against thermal energy loss.

Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) are non-load bearing exterior wall cladding solutions that incorporates exterior continuous insulation, with a cladding that allows architects and contractors added design flexibility and a variety of aesthetic finishes, while helping to meet increasingly more stringent energy codes.

Consisting of a WRB, insulation board, fiberglass mesh, reinforced base coat, and a finish coat, EIFS assemblies must meet stringent test standards for compliance with the appropriate building codes and standards in the U.S. and Canadian markets. Installation of these systems shall be in accordance with the EIFS manufacturer’s instructions.

ROCKWOOL is a proud member of both the EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA) and the EIFS Council of Canada.

As a global organization with more than 25 years of experience in exterior insulation and finish systems, ROCKWOOL North America is proud to offer non-combustible stone wool insulation optimized for mechanically-attached EIFS.”

Ryan Martin, ROCKWOOL Product Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

USA

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These mechanically-fastened EIFS are fully tested and code complaint having met the requirements of the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC). More information about the systems can be found on the Senergy® and Finestone® wall system webpages including the available standard and specialty finishes, along with the system warranty details.

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Canada

The following EIFS manufacturers have developed systems that incorporate noncombustible ROCKWOOL stone wool insulation and allow for the drainage of incidental moisture. For additional information and component availability outside of insulation materials please contact the EIFS manufacturers.

DuROCK Alfacing International
PUCCS NC
Durabond Products
Equalite & Equalite Select
ADEX Systems
XNC
Dryvit Systems
Exsulation S5000
Senergy
Senerflex Vulcan NC
Les Enduits STEF Inc.
Premium I & Supra
Ken Soble tower

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