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Is EIFS more vulnerable to damage from moisture intrusion than other wall claddings?

April 26, 2017claddings damage eifs intrusion moisture Vulnerable wall

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Is EIFS more vulnerable to damage from moisture intrusion than other wall claddings?

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No. Moisture intrusion is a potential threat to durability of materials in wall construction, regardless of cladding type. Moisture intrusion should be avoided by following sound design and construction practices mandated by building codes.