What should be considered for installations for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS)
When installing Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) over MAXTERRA ® MgO Non-Combustible Structural Wall Sheathing panels, follow these guidelines to ensure proper selection and installation:
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS)
When installing Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) over MAXTERRA ®
MgO Non-Combustible Structural Wall Sheathing panels, follow these
guidelines to ensure proper selection and installation:
1. Air and Water-Resistive Barriers
Adhere to all EIFS manufacturer requirements and recommendations
for selecting and installing air and water-resistive barriers over the
MAXTERRA ® MgO Non-Combustible Structural Wall Sheathing panels.
For adhesively attached EIFS, verify compatibility and warranty
information with the EIFS manufacturer.
Ensure all panel surfaces are dry, clean, sound, and free of dust, dirt,
oil, or grease before applying the air and water-resistive barrier.
Install all water-resistive barriers and accompanying flashing
materials over the MAXTERRA ® MgO Non-Combustible Structural
Wall Sheathing panels before adding continuous insulation.
2. Adhesively Attached EIFS
Confirm compatibility and warranty details with the EIFS manufacturer
for adhesively attached systems.
3. Non-Adhered, Mechanically Fastened EIFS
Provide additional drainage between the insulation board and
the water-resistive barrier as required by the manufacturer and
building code.
See the MAXTERRA product-specific install guide for the most current information. General guidelines are shown below:
Ensure all water-resistive barriers and flashing materials are installed
over the MAXTERRA ® MgO Non-Combustible Structural Wall
Sheathing panels before installing continuous insulation.
4. Subsequent Layers
Install layers of continuous insulation, mesh or lath, and mortar
coats according to local building codes, manufacturer instructions,
or the designer of record’s specifications.
Securely fasten all insulation materials to framing or furring with
corrosion-resistant fasteners.
These steps are critical to achieving a durable, code-compliant EIFS
installation over MAXTERRA ® MgO Non-Combustible Structural Wall
Sheathing panels.