Exterior Insulation and Finish System

GPTKB entity

Statements (29)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:building
gptkbp:abbreviation gptkb:EIFS
gptkbp:alternativeTo stucco
siding
brick veneer
gptkbp:appliesTo exterior walls
gptkbp:can_be_damaged_by moisture intrusion
gptkbp:canBe decorative
non-load bearing
gptkbp:component finish coat
base coat
insulation board
reinforcement mesh
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Exterior Insulation and Finish System
gptkbp:improves energy efficiency
gptkbp:introduced 1960s
gptkbp:originatedIn gptkb:Europe
gptkbp:provides thermal insulation
weather protection
decorative finish
gptkbp:regulates building codes
gptkbp:requires proper installation
gptkbp:sometimesCalled synthetic stucco
gptkbp:used_in commercial buildings
residential buildings
gptkbp:usedFor building insulation
exterior wall cladding
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:EIFS
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7