Rough Construction June 2011 by Espress Labs Inc.

rough construction insulation • weather protection • tools • gypsum • siding• underlayment • roofing

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THE PINK PANTHER™ & © 1964-2011 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved. The colour PINK is a registered trademark of Owens Corning. Certified Thermal Insulation Material CCD-016. *Minimum 70% Recycled Glass Content, with at least 60% Post-consumer Recycled and the balance (10%) Pre-consumer Recycled Glass. **Made with a minimum of 99% by weight natural materials consisting of minerals and plant-based compounds. The GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIEDSM Mark is a registered certification mark used under licence through the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute. This product has achieved GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification and is verified to be formaldehyde free. Owens Corning PINK insulation is GREENGUARD Certified for indoor air quality, except bonded loosefill products. © 2011 Owens Corning. All Rights Reserved.

‘Quality is never an accident’ New quality products are the blood that carries oxygen to the contractor professional and in Rough Construction 2011 you will find 29 pages of pertinent product information and industry insight. With manufacturers continuing to raise the bar when it comes to building products in order to ensure a better quality home, I am reminded of a famous quote attributed to an American named William A. Foster: “Quality is never an accident. It is the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives.” This is particularly true today with the ongoing evolution of Building Codes both at the federal and provincial level relating to the many product categories you will find in this publication. These include roofing, flooring, tools, gypsum, insulation, siding, engineered lumber, asphalt surfacing and housewrap and of course an assortment of breakthrough energy efficiency offerings. Everyone is in search of energy efficiency and as Dow notes on page 12, there is a good reason for this. The firm estimates that heating and cooling account for 63% of all residential use in Canada and “this in turn represents a significant portion of most household budgets. It is not surprising that many home buyers are highly interested in a home’s energy efficiency features.” The company goes on to explain that energy loss can occur in many areas of the home and that two of the largest areas are the above grade exterior walls and the below grade interior and exterior basement and foundation walls. On page 16, meanwhile, John Mansville concludes that energy efficiency “helps conserve our natural resources and reduces our carbon footprint. In fact, leveraging the proven technology of fiber glass building insulation to reduce energy consumption is one of the easiest, most cost-effective ways to minimize impact on natural resources.” Finally, whatever your next building project entails, my hope is that the content contained in this edition of Rough Construction will truly be beneficial.

In this issue

4 Roof Systems 6 Flooring 8 Tools 10 Gypsum 12 R igid Insulation 14 Sound and Thermal Insulation Panels

Ken Jenkins President Castle Building Centres Group Ltd. ®

16 Insulation 22 Tile Backing Board 24 Siding 26 Engineered Lumber 28 Asphalt Surfacing 30 Housewrap roofing underlay

Roofing Systems

Shingles alone are sometimes not enough to protect your home. IKO has developed a superior multi-layered roofing system incorporating our industry-leading products. IKO’s Pro 4 Roofing System is setting the standard in protecting your home.

IKO’s Shingles Crowne Slate, Armourshake, Royal Estate, Grandeur*, Cambridge and Marathon shingles are created using the industry’s most advanced technology and selected by consumers who demand the best in terms of quality, durability and value. Along with one of IKO’s quality shingles, your Pro 4 System includes these accessory products;

1. Eave Protection

3. Roof Starters

GoldShield, ArmourGard, or StormShield Ice & Water Protectors IKO’s Ice & Water Protectors provide a second line of defense against water penetration due to ice dams or wind-driven rain and the costly damage it can cause. This product is also strongly recommended for sealing around vents, low pitch areas, ridges, hips, rake edges, chimneys, dormers, vent stacks and skylights. Leading Edge Plus Starter Strips Fast, easy and convenient. IKO’s Starter Strips are already cut to size saving valuable time during the installation of the first course of shingles. Compatible with all existing IKO Shingles, Leading Edge Plus includes a sealant strip at the bottom edge allowing for a tight seal.

Asphalt Saturated Felt*, RoofGard-SB or RoofGard-Cool Grey Underlayments Use an asphalt saturated felt underlayment, or our innovative RoofGard‑SB or RoofGard‑Cool Grey synthetic underlayments for total deck protection. 2. Underlayment

4. Ridge Cap Shingles

Hip and Ridge, Hip & Ridge 12 Cap Shingles or Ultra HPTM High Profile Ridge Cap Shingles Ridge cap shingles are required where roof planes meet, and provide additional protection along these high stress areas of the roof, enhancing your home’s aesthetic appeal by accentuating the roof line. *Product Availability may vary by region.

Find out more about our products now by talking to an IKO Sales Representative, your professional roofing contractor or contact us directly at: Eastern Canada 1-888-766-2468, Western Canada 1-800-661-1034, or visit our web site at: www.iko.com

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ROYAL ESTATE

Featu red:

LIMITED LIFETIME PREMIUM ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES

Majestic and refined; bring luxury to your home with IKO’s new Royal Estate shingles. Royal Estate is a perfect example of how engineers have combined IKO’s patented colour blending technology with their proven manufacturing process to create a premium product that protects your home from the elements and offers the sophisticated look of natural slate tiles.

Royal Estate shingles are designed to offer homeowners exceptional beauty, durability and value. They’re available in four natural-stone colours: Shadow Slate, Mountain Slate, Taupe Slate and Harvest Slate. All have algaeresistant granules embedded into the surface layer to keep Royal Estate roofs looking spectacular, year after year making this a lasting investment.

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FLooring

Is OSB Edge Swell a Thing of the Past?

Ainsworth performed a “flood test” on pointSIX, flooding the subfloor for 14 days, simulating extreme, wet jobsite conditions. Yet the OSB experienced swelling equal to not much more than a sheet of paper.

To achieve its swell-resistant edge, Ainsworth mills the four edges using a new, patented process to achieve the unique taper. PointSIX technical illustration The technical team at Ainsworth determined that milling off a thin layer of the highly compressed surface wood fiber along the OSB’s edge will remove the part of the subfloor that’s most prone to swelling.

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Wood swells when it gets wet. It’s a law of nature. For instance, when OSB panels are used as subfloor and it rains during the construction process, or the panels are otherwise exposed to moisture, they typically swell when water wicks into the edges. But as every builder knows, sanding subfloor is an added expense that runs at least a couple hundred dollars, to say nothing of the nuisance of scheduling the sander and dealing with the annoying chips and dust. OSB manufacturer Ainsworth decided to tackle this issue, in an attempt to accommodate the effects of swelling before the OSB panels get on-site. Ainsworth’s technical team undertook multiple experiments to reengineer the OSB panel edges to minimize their response to water absorption and potential swelling. It turns out that milling off a thin layer of the highly compressed surface wood fiber along the panel’s edge removes the part of the subfloor that’s most prone to swelling. In the event of natural water absorption that’s expected of all wood fiber, you can expect the resulting new Ainsworth pointSIX Flooring products to hold the wood fiber expansion to a dimension that would essentially “fill up to flush” the taper milled into the panel. As a result, it won’t require sanding, which Ainsworth actually guarantees on its premium-level product.

The proof: a remarkable 14-day floor test To test the performance of the new T&G pointSIX subfloor products, Ainsworth performed a “flood test” on the products. They flooded the pointSIX subfloor panels with water for 14 days, simulating severe, wet

jobsite conditions. After the pointSIX subfloor panels dried, the average edge swelling was contained to just 0.01”, or 0.25mm, not much more than a sheet of paper. That’s nothing short of remarkable performance in its own right, and a dramatic improvement over OSB alternatives that don’t have the pointSIX treatment. Ainsworth now backs its pointSIX product line with guarantees that are unique to the industry. For Ainsworth’s superior pointSIX Durastrand Flooring, typically found in a custom home environment, Ainsworth offers a Lifetime Limited Warranty against delamination (an industry first) and a 180-day NoSanding Guarantee. For Ainsworth’s standard pointSIX Flooring, it’s a 25-year Limited Warranty.

Does It Cost More? No. The new APA-approved pointSIX tapering treatment is now available in two product lines: pointSIX Durastrand Flooring, an upmarket, enhanced-recipe subfloor and standard pointSIX Flooring. But with the premium performance, will there be a premium cost? No. Ainsworth believes that subfloor with edges that offset the effects of moisture should be what every dealer and builder should expect as standard, baseline performance. Accordingly, Ainsworth now offers pointSIX – with all the guarantees – for the same cost as its previous subfloor products.

Learn more:

www.pointsixflooring.com

FORECAST: RAIN FOLLOWED BY A LIFETIME OF FLAT FLOORING.

The outlook is always sunny for builders who install pointSIX™ Flooring. And no wonder. With pointSIX Durastrand Flooring, there’s no sanding, no cost surcharge, and no headaches caused by edge swell thanks to a patented tapered-edge technology. There are no guarantees on weather. All the more reason to choose flooring that’s guaranteed for life. You can’t predict the weather. But you can choose better flooring.

In Canada, pointSIX Flooring and pointSIX Durastrand Flooring are available through your local Castle Building Centre.

www.pointsixflooring.com Cost more? No. Work better? Yes. End of story.

tools

18V LXT 1/4” Cordless Autofeed Screwdriver The BFR550L 1/4” Cordless Autofeed Screwdriver is a high torque Screwdriver which is very portable and enhances productivity with quick driving and collated screws on a strip instead of driving individual screws. It is very handy in either driving screws for the siding, floors, drywall and a multitude of driving applications. The Autofeed Screwdriver can be used with or without the extension handle. •A nti-tilt mechanism for keeping the screws square while driving • S ilent Clutch, resulting in quiet and smooth operation reduced wear •A djustable screw length up to 2-3/16” long

• Adjustable drive depth •L ock on button for continuous driving •N on Marring rubber lined front end prevents damage to material

6 1/2” Plunge Cut Circular Saw The SP6000 6-1/2” Plunge Cut Circular Saw is a very versatile circular saw that can cut straight like a panel saw but with the convenience of a portable saw. It can be used for rough timber, plywood or for finish carpentry. It has the utility of a Table Saw, Panel Saw, Miter Saw with the portability of a Circular Saw. The SP6000 can cut 8’ long plywood sheets straight just like a panel saw and can cut perpendicular cuts, bevel cuts or fine splinter free cuts in trim and mouldings. You can make plunge cuts in the middle of floors or walls for medallions or architectural pieces. It can make square cuts without over cut.

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Overall, this saw is a very versatile, light, portable, accurate Circular Saw for Rough Construction and Finish Carpentry. •D epth Stopper for scoring and splinter free cuts • Precision bevel cut feature • Soft Start • Constant speed control • Variable speed dial • Close to wall cutting •A vailable with various lengths of rails

gypsum AirRenew™ Indoor VOC-reducing Gypsum Board AirRenew™ Gypsum Board is used for interior walls and ceilings in residential, commercial or institutional applications. It is specially designed to offer a healthier living and working environment by improving indoor air quality and offering peace of mind for generations. AirRenew uses two innovative technologies to actively improve indoor air quality. First, it cleans the air by permanently removing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) - formaldehyde and other aldehydes - circulating indoors. It keeps working for 75 years, based on tests and analysis, even through multiple renovations. The effectiveness of this technology was validated using ISO16000-23, a 28-day indoor air performance test for evaluating the reduction of formaldehyde concentration by sorptive building materials. AirRenew™ also incorporates M2Tech® technology, providing enhanced moisture and mould resistance.

AirRenew™ takes VOCs out of the air — and keeps them out. AirRenew’s new technology takes VOCs out of the air and converts them into safe, inert compounds. Once they are captured in the board, they cannot be released back into the air.

M2Tech® technology provides enhanced moisture and mould resistance Specially engineered to provide enhanced protection against mould growth, M2Tech® achieves the best possible score of 0 for mould resistance per ASTM G 21 and 10 per ASTM D 3273.

Advantages • AirRenew™ permanently removes VOCs circulating in the air. • Ideal for multiple renovations.

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• Provides up to 75 years of VOCs absorption, based on tests and analysis. • Continues to absorb VOCs after being painted with water based acrylic (latex) and epoxy paint or covered with breathable wallpaper. • Can be recycled or landfilled, if permitted locally, the same as standard gypsum board and is not harmful to humans or animals. • M2Tech® technology provides additional zone of protection against moisture and mould. • Achieves best possible score of 10 for mould resistance per ASTM D 3273. • Achieves best possible score of 0 for mould resistance per ASTM G 21. • Handles like standard gypsum board • Low water absorption—less than 5% per ASTM C 473. • AirRenew™ Type X has a fire-resistant gypsum core.

Visit www.AirRenew.com

Gypsum For more information, contact CertainTeed Gypsum at 800-782-8777 www.certainteed.com/gypsum

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The only gypsum board that clears the air. Isn’t that smart? • Cleans the air by permanently reducing VOCs* circulating indoors, even after multiple renovations. • Absorbs VOCs* for up to 75 years. • Can be used with most water based acrylic paints and breathable wallpaper. • Recyclable as standard gypsum board. • M2Tech® technology provides enhanced moisture and mold resistance.

AirRenew™ captures VOC*s and converts them into inert compounds that cannot be released back into the air.

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* VOC’s (volatile organic compounds) – formaldehyde and other aldehydes.

800-233-8990 • certainteed.com ROOFING • SIDING • TRIM • DECKING • RAILING • FENCE • FOUNDATIONS GYPSUM • CEILINGS • INSULATION • PIPE

Rigid insulation

Build Energy Efficiency into Your Home with Solutions from Dow Heating and cooling accounts for 63% of all residential energy use in Canada.* This, in turn, represents a significant portion of most household budgets. It is not surprising that many homebuyers are highly interested in a home’s energy efficiency features. And as a bonus, “greener” homes reduce their impact on the environment. Energy loss can occur in many areas of the home. Two of the largest areas are the above grade exterior walls of the home and the below grade interior and exterior basement and foundation walls.

Above Grade Energy Loss Solutions With STYROFOAM™ Brand CLADMATE™ and CLADMATE™ XL Insulation and integrated system components from Dow Building Solutions, homebuyers can benefit from value-added, proven, greener solutions that can help reduce energy loss and save money. Homebuilders and re-siding professionals can offer their customers enhanced energy efficiency. STYROFOAM™ Brand CLADMATE™ and CLADMATE™ XL Insulation covers the entire exterior wall surface – helping to alleviate conditions that can lead to energy loss, including: • Air infiltration • Moisture intrusion • Thermal bridging through wood framing • Air convection in the wall cavity •W ood frame and mechanical detailing that reduce the amount of cavity insulation Air infiltration accounts for 25-40% of the energy used for heating and cooling a typical home.** For a tight build, it is also crucial to consider the home as an overall

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system that should be insulated and sealed against air infiltration through major areas (walls and roofs) as well as gaps, cracks and penetrations. In addition to rigid foam insulation, a host of integrated system components from Dow work together to help protect the home from air and moisture intrusion: • WEATHERMATE™ Plus Housewrap • FROTH-PAK™ Foam Sealant*** •G REAT STUFF PRO™ Gaps & Cracks Insulating Foam Sealant*** •G REAT STUFF PRO™ Window & Door Insulating Foam Sealant***

Below Grade Energy Loss Solutions Homes have one thing in common: Their foundations must come in contact with the earth. Wherever you build, moderating the effects of soil, water, temperature and air on the foundation can impact the performance and integrity of the total structure. Continuous rigid foam insulation is an effective way to reduce foundation energy loss and protect against moisture problems. Invented by Dow more than 60 years ago, STYROFOAM™ Brand XPS Foam Insulation continues to provide excellent moisture resistance because of its durable, closed-cell structure. This rigid foam insulation: • Enhances drainage • I nsulates the below-grade wall to reduce the potential for condensation • Protects the waterproofing/damp-proofing •P rovides a more comfortable environment through-out the home

Products and applications include: • S TYROFOAM™ Brand WALLMATE™ Insulation for crawl spaces and interior basement walls • S TYROFOAM™ Brand PERIMATE™ Insulation for exterior foundation walls • S TYROFOAM™ Brand SM Insulation for exterior foundation walls and basement floors Make the most of your investment by building energy efficiency into your home. Insulating and air sealing helps save energy costs, Dow Building Solutions products can add value to your investment for many years. ®™Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”) or an affiliated company of Dow *Source: Energy Efficiency Trends in Canada 1990 to 2005, www.oee.nrcan.gc.ca **Source: www.energystar.gov ***Consult the instructions and Material Safety Data Sheets carefully before use.

Nothing sells a home faster than adding cost-effective, energy-efficient insulation and weatherization products. That’s what you get when you add Dow Building Solutions to your team. Our broad portfolio of energy-efficient sheathing, housewraps, spray foam insulation and accessories is backed by 65+ years of building science experience and industry knowledge. It’s building performance you can measure – in lower utility bills for homeowners, fewer call backs and increased referrals. Find out how Dow Building Solutions can help you reach your goal for long-lasting energy efficiency at www.insulateyourhome.ca or call 1-866-583-BLUE (2583).

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The Hardest Working Team in the Building Industry ™ Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”) or an affiliated company of Dow

Sound and Thermal Insulation Panels

For Construction Pros, Eco-Friendly Eco-Friendly is Business-Friendly Construction Pros, Business-Friendly Now more homeowners are asking their their morethan thanever, ever, homeowners are asking contractors to use environmentally friendly products contractors to use environmentally friendly products in projects, largelarge and small. in their theirhome homerenovation renovation projects, and small. Today’s ecology movement has convinced them thatthat Today’s ecology movement has convinced them “green” products will not only help reduce energy use, “green” products will not only help reduce energy use, they will also make their homes safer, healthier and they will also make their homes safer, healthier and more enjoyable places to live. more enjoyable places to live.

developed and manufactured, Savvy professionals understand their their Canadian Canadiandesigned, designed, developed and manufactured, Savvy construction construction professionals understand Enermax minimizes airborne noise by preventing customers’ concerns and know what to look for in by preventing customers’ concerns and know what to look for in Enermax minimizes airborne noise interior sound from spreading room to eco-friendly building products: interior sound from spreading room room. to room. eco-friendly building products:

An all-natural product, Enermax is free of VOCs,

■ No VOCs (volatile organic compounds) or CFCs No VOCs (volatile organic compounds) or CFCs An all-natural product, Enermax is free of VOCs, CFCs, CFCs, formaldehyde and other toxic substances, and other toxic substances, makingmaking it (chlorofl uorocarbons), both of which deplete the the formaldehyde (chlorofluorocarbons), both of which deplete it perfectly safe for humans and pets. This insulation perfectly safe for humans and pets. This insulation ozone and contribute to the greenhouse effect ozone and contribute to the greenhouse effect materialisisalso also completely biodegradable sohas it no has no material completely biodegradable so it ■ No other dangerous substances or chemicals like like negative No other dangerous substances or chemicals negativeimpact impacton onthe theenvironment. environment.Enermax Enermaxcan can also formaldehyde that can cause respiratory problems formaldehyde that can cause respiratory problems also contribute a home’s overall energy efficiency, contribute to atohome’s overall energy efficiency, leaving and areare toxic to living creatures and toxic to living creatures leaving of an environmental footprint. far lessfar of less an environmental footprint.

Often, homeowners think of insulation, they only ■ Recyclable products thatthat are made fromfrom recycled Recyclable products are made recycled Often, homeowners think of insulation, they only thinkabout about heating cooling. Soundinsuinsulation materials materials think heating andand cooling. But sound is a cost-effective, simple renovation that is a cost-effective, simple renovation that provides One popularrenovation renovationprojects projects currently lation One of of the most popular an incredible difference in anyinhome. Enermax fully provides an incredible difference any home. currently sweeping across Canada is the home sweeping across Canada is the home theatre. With Enermax delivers fully in both of those areas. delivers in both of those areas. theatre. With televisions large screen televisions and wall-surround large screen and wallshaking In today’s eco-conscious society, socially responsible shaking surround sound speakers, need sound speakers, renovators need torenovators offer an affordable In today’s eco-conscious society, socially responsible renovation is an affordable option that most to offer an affordable and “green” sound-proofi is an affordable option that most and “green” sound-proofing product. Onengoption renovation Canadians will choose. It not only adds value to their One option is Building Products of Canada will choose. It not only adds value to their isproduct. Building Products of Canada Corp.’s patented Canadians home,it italso also helps ensure that their home will be a Corp.’s patented acoustical sheathing product, home, helps ensure that their home will be a acoustical sheathing product, Enermax. healthier place years to come. Enermax. healthier place to to livelive for for years to come. That’sThat’s how how constructionprofessionals professionals an eco-friendly construction cancan turnturn an eco-friendly messageinto intobusiness-friendly business-friendly results. message results. CCMC 13475-R Acoustic CCMC 13494-R Thermal CCMC 13356-R Air Barrier For LEED information on Enermax and other products, please visit www.bpcan.com.

For LEED information on Enermax and other products, please visit www.bpcan.com.

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Enermax panels are the sound choice for professionals TM TM

STC 53

with steel stud

5/8 " Gypsum Type X

R-12 wool insulation Steel stud ENERMAX 5/8 " Gypsum Type X

STC 52 WITH WOOD STUD

STC 55 5/8 " Gypsum Type X

ENERMAX

With increased noise generated inside and outside the home, your clients want more peace and quiet. Offer them the soothing sound of silence plus energy efﬁciency with ENERMAX . TM

Resilient bar 2 " x 4" wood stud 16" c. R-12 wool insulation ENERMAX

EFFECTIVE SOUND BARRIER

ENERMAX wood ﬁbre panels increase a wall’s sound absorption efﬁciency by decreasing sound transmission, effectively blocking the noise of the outside world, and controlling sound on the inside, too.

For your next project, specify ENERMAX and give your clients the silent treatment. For more information, visit our website soundsmart.ca

5/8 " Gypsum Type X STC 57 WITH STEEL STUD AND NO RESILIENT BAR

insulation

Johns Manville is dedicated to the health, comfort and quality of the homes you build. Johns Manville launched its building materials business over 150 years ago. Today, they operate 40 manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and China. Based in Denver, Colorado, they are the leader in fiber glass insulation solutions and are known for their focus on healthy and safer building environments.

Healthier, safer JM certified Formaldehydefree™ fiber glass insulation. A healthy living environment is important to all of us at home, in the workplace, in our schools and buildings. Reducing the overall amount of formaldehyde creates a healthier indoor living environment, and using JM Formaldehyde-free™ insulation is one way of achieving that goal. Research shows that when given a choice, 89% of homeowners prefer insulation made without formaldehyde, and 79% would be willing to pay up to 10% more for it.1

Energy efficiency matters close to home, and beyond. Properly insulated homes and buildings require less energy to heat and cool. That energy efficiency helps conserve our natural resources and reduces our carbon footprint. In fact, leveraging the proven technology of fiber glass building insulation to reduce energy consumption is one of the easiest, most cost-effective ways to minimize impact on natural resources. Properly insulating and sealing air leaks is the single most cost effective way for a homeowner to save energy. It’s typically far more cost-effective than installing CFL’s or thermal windows or even buying a hybrid vehicle. Because the Formaldehyde-free™ product line is made without formaldehyde and contains at least 50% recycled glass, JM Formaldehyde-free™ insulation is the only line of bonded fiber glass insulation that can meet the current requirements of the Environmental ChoiceM Program.

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Innovative insulation solutions from JM JM EasyFit® Perforated Fiber Glass Insulation JM EasyFit® insulation features vertical perforations that allow installers to separate sections by hand, rather than cutting the insulation, to quickly and easily fit any width cavity either as a whole batt or in a combination of pre-cut widths. EasyFit batts allow contractors and installers to significantly increase their installation productivity. • Fast, easy installation – installation is 10 to 20% faster in sidewalls compared to traditional fiber glass batts.2 •T hermal efficiency – provides effective resistance to heat transfer with R-values up to R-21 (RSI-3.7). • Naturally mold and mildew resistant

JM Unfaced Fiber Glass Insulation JM Unfaced insulation is a lightweight thermal and acoustical fiber glass insulation made of long, resilient glass fibers. It effectively controls heat flow to the exterior, unwanted noise in internal walls, and to assist with moisture control, a separate vapor retarder can be applied. •T hermally efficient – provides effective resistance to heat transfer with R-values up to R-38 (RSI-6.7). •C ontrols sound – reduces transmission of sound through exterior and interior walls and floor/ceiling assemblies. • Fire-resistant and non-combustible • Naturally mold and mildew resistant 1 JM proprietary research. 2 Based on comments from contractors participating in trials.

WHAT’S BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

THAN A YARD FULL OF TREES?

www.JM.com (800) 661-9553

Properly insulating and sealing a home offsets more greenhouse gases than planting 20 trees.1 In fact, it can save your customers up to 20% on their heating and cooling bills.2 And Johns Manville makes saving easy with our JM Unfaced fiber glass insulation that’s lightweight, simple to install and made without formaldehyde for improved indoor air quality. That’s why partnering with the experts at JM is such an asset in growing your business. There’s simply no better way to help your customers do right by the planet and by their budgets.

1 Insulation Outlook, January 2009, AZoCleantech website, 2009. 2 Guide to Air Sealing and Insulating by Energy Star EPA.

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The Proper R-Value Is Key Where To Install FIBERGLASS IS MORE SIGNIFICANT THAN YOU THINK

Whether you are building a new home or simply remodeling your existing home, we know that saving money and energy is important to you. Let’s face it, it’s important to us all. This is why it is essential for you to consider the fiberglass insulation installed in your home. Not only should it be affordable but it should provide additional long-lasting benefits to you and your home – benefits such as year-round comfort, a quieter home environment, improved thermal performance and reduced energy costs. Today’s insulation technology is more advanced and economical than ever. By installing the recommended amount of fiberglass insulation according to your geographical location, you may reduce your heating and cooling costs up to 32%. It pays to give some consideration to the fiberglass insulation installed in your home – for the life of your home and the comfort of your family.

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Insulation is specified by its thermal resistance, or R-value. “R” means resistance to heat flow; the higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power, the greater your potential savings on heating and cooling costs.

How Much Insulation Do You Need To Install In The Different Parts Of Your Home? The amount of insulation you may choose depends mainly on the climate you live in, the type of heating (gas, electric or oil) you use and the area of the house you plan to insulate.

Noise Solutions For The Home • I nsulate all exterior walls for thermal and acoustical comfort • I nsulate interior walls to control noise transfer between rooms • I nsulate floors to buffer vertical noise transfer

•E xterior thermal/acoustical walls • Between floors • Interior acoustical walls • bathrooms • bedrooms • kitchens • family rooms • utility rooms

Benefits • Quieter rooms • Greater energy efficiency • Reduced interior noise transfer For more information, contact your local Castle Building Centre. AVAILABLE IN THESE R-VALUES

R-12/RSI-2.1 • R-20/RSI-3.5 • R-22/RSI-3.9

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Insulation

ComfortBatt™

CavityRock® - Insulation That Drives Building Performance Architects that have traditionally been specifying urethane for insulating cavity walls are discovering a better way. CavityRock® from Roxul is specifically engineered for use in cavity wall applications. Its low moisture sorption enables CavityRock to maintain R-value and allows for effective drainage of water that penetrates the exterior wall. In addition, because CavityRock is noncombustible, installation of a fire stop may not be required depending on local building codes. It’s even compatible with most air/vapour barrier systems, adhesives and wall ties. The key is Roxul’s stone wool technology. Pioneered by Roxul’s parent company, Rockwool International, stone wool insulation has been proven in projects around the world. In fact Rockwool International is the world’s leading producer of stone wool insulation. As with all Roxul products, CavityRock is noncombustible and is able to withstand the heat of flames up to 2150° F (1177° C) without melting. CavityRock also repels water, so it won’t rot, corrode or promote the growth of fungi. It actually creates an assured drainage layer within the wall cavity. In addition, when an air barrier is used with CavityRock, it creates an effective means of controlling airflow as well as an extra layer of protection against outside moisture seeping into the envelope. CavityRock is very easy to install and extremely versatile, so contractors can install CavityRock themselves, eliminating the need for a subtrade and increasing job profitability. Another advantage to CavityRock is its eligibility for LEED®

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(Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) points. The demand for more environmentally conscious buildings continues to grow and CavityRock can help builders, architects, and owners build greener structures and earn valuable LEED points. The LEED Green Building Rating System recognizes and distinguishes those builders striving to achieve projects with a lighter environmental footprint and positive impact on their communities. All Roxul insulations are created using natural, inorganic materials with a high-recycled content. They are HCFCfree, and do not contain blowing gases which helps the environment and contributes to sustained, long-term thermal performance. Enhancing drainage while providing consistent R-value and fire protection is performance. Earning LEED credits for green building projects is performance that goes to the wall.

Roxul ComfortBatt™ is a high density batt insulation designed specifically for exterior wall thermal applications. This stone wool based insulation is made from natural stone and recycled materials, which gives it the properties that other insulations can’t match. Roxul ComfortBatt is fire resistant and can withstand temperatures up to 1177c. ComfortBatt does not develop smoke or promote flame spread, even when directly exposed to flames. Other the past 30 years, there has been significant changes in the way people live. Houses are bigger, with more synthetics, and contain a wide variety of manufactured products. Synthetic materials are now the norm with regards to textiles, thermoplastic enclosures and engineered materials. These changes can result in faster fire growth, therefore reducing the time for a safe escape. Roxul ComfortBatt can help provide those extra minutes to escape during a fire. Roxul has also recently launched ComfortBoard FS – a high density fire separation board for party wall construction in multi-unit housing. ComfortBoard FS reduces the time, labor and material costs normally associated with using double-layer ½” gypsum as the fire stop, and also delivers sound –absorbing qualities for increased acoustic performance. Comfortboard FS fire separation board complies with 9.10.16.3(2) of the National Building Code and exceeds the minimum density requirements.

Visit www.roxul.com for more information and to watch a fire burn video with Roxul insulation.

True Comfort

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Starts on the Inside.

Start with Roxul ComfortBatt™ Insulation When You Renovate. ®

When you’re considering a home renovation, make sure you plan from the inside out. That means putting Roxul ComfortBatt Thermal Insulation inside your walls. Our planet-friendly insulation helps maximize the comfort of your home for the long term: • Better ﬁt for superior thermal performance and up to 35% energy savings • Water-resistant to ensure long-term R-value • Made from natural stone and recycled content

• Fire-resistant for a safer home • Resistant to mould, mildew and bacterial growth • Awarded GREENGUARD®’s highest certiﬁcation of indoor air quality

When you’re talking to your contractor or building supply retailer, insist on Roxul ComfortBatt Thermal Insulation. Because what’s inside really does count.

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Tile backer Board

ADVICE FROM THE PROS Georgia-Pacific’s DensShield® Tile Backer gets a thumbs-up from contractors in the field. If you want to know how a particular construction product really works, talk to someone who has lots of experience with it – in the field with real-time applications. Take Tony Sherman, president of Sherman Interiors http://www.shermaninteriors. com, an 18-year-old tile company in Sugar Hill, Ga. Here’s what he says about his experience with installing Georgia-Pacific’s DensShield® Tile Backer: “More than 10 years ago, I switched from cement backer board to DensShield Tile Backer. Since then, my company has installed over 3 million square feet of DensShield on walls and floors [in over 14,000 homes]. And we haven’t had a call back yet.” Or check out one of the many Q&A forums and blogs where construction pros talk quite honestly – no last names needed and nicknames allowed – about products and practices. On the Fix-it For ‘Em http://www.bobvila.com/wwwboard/ on BobVila. com, “Locklan” posed a question to his fellow contractors on the best type of tile backer board for an area with moisture problems. “HomePro” answered: “DensShield is the perfect product for your moisture issue. The moisture barrier has top test results.” In the string of replies, “Thomas M” said: “Hands down DensShield is far superior to cement board, [which] allows water to pass through. It has a great acrylic moisture-proof coating . . . is easy to cut…” Of course, knowing that a product has proven itself worthy in the field is one thing; making sure it’s used in the right applications – and installed correctly -- is another.

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DensShield Tile Backer can be used on tub and shower sidewalls, ceilings, in high-humidity areas, on countertops and floors, and in appropriate fire-rated assemblies. It’s a substrate that can be used for tile and non-tile installations, in wet or dry situations. It is not appropriate for exterior walls. According to GeorgiaPacific, it’s the first board in the industry with a built-in moisture barrier and a water-resistant treated core, which prevents moisture from seeping through porous grout and damaging a wood subfloor or wall cavity. It scored a 10, the highest level of performance for mould resistance under the ASTM D 3273 test method. DensShield is GREENGUARD listed for microbial resistance, too. Detailed installation specs and warranties are available at www.densshield.com, but here are some questions that often come up.

Q: T o which side of DensShield Tile Backer should I apply tiles?

A: The DensShield panel should be positioned next to framing with the coated (gray) side facing away from the studs. Apply mortar or mastic and tile to the coated (gray) side of DensShield panel. The acrylic coating stops moisture penetration on the surface.

hy should I apply thin-set mortar to the subfloor Q: H ow do I finish DensShield Tile Backer joints? Q: W before putting down DensShield Tile Backer? A: Apply standard two-inch 10-by-10 woven glass mesh tape over joints and angles. Then, embed A: The application of thin-set over plywood eliminates the tape with the same material used to set the tiles. Do not use all-purpose drywall compound. Pull setting materials tightly over the joints to reduce crown in the joint area.

any air gaps between the subfloor and the back of the panels. If this step is not completed, air gaps could cause movement and crack the grout lines or tile.

BARRIER NEEDED

THE WAY TO GET AHEAD IS TO HAVE FEWER STEPS IN THE FIRST PLACE.

NO SPECIAL FASTENERS

NO MOISTURE BARRIER NEEDED

NO SPECIAL CUTTING TOOLS

NO MINERAL WOOL NEEDED

Let’s take it from the top. The first and only step: select DensShield® Tile Backer. Now look what follows. Suddenly, you don’t need those special fasteners. You don’t need an extra moisture barrier–DensShield Tile Backer’s moisture barrier is built right in. You don’t need special cutting tools, since a simple drywall knife NO SPECIAL CUTTING TOOLS

NO MINERAL WOOL NEEDED

will do. And you won’t need mineral wool to achieve a fire rating. Someone once said, well begun is half done. Maybe they knew something. Call us. 1.800.225.6119. Visit www.densshield.com to learn more.

Siding

Why choose Mitten vinyl siding? • Mitten has a large selection of colours and profiles with matching trims and accessories. • Thicker premium panels – perfect for renovations! • Rolled-over nailing hem increases wind resistance. • Lies flat on the wall for a virtually seamless appearance. • Minimal waste reduces material and labour costs. • Easy to handle and install. • Low maintenance.

Design ideas for achieving dramatic curb appeal • Use Board and Batten as an accent in gable vents for clean, traditional styling. • Mitten’s Grand River Shakes mimic the appearance of cedar shakes and will add dimension and curb appeal to any home. Try a contrasting shake colour for dramatic curb appeal. • Don’t be afraid to contrast the colour of your corner posts, trims, fascia, and eaves troughs with your siding. For example, choosing a neutral Khaki Brown siding with chocolate brown or black corner posts and eaves troughs provides a polished, modern appearance. • Accent siding replicates the appearance of costly products like stone, shakes, and brick, at a fraction of the cost!

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Tips on installing vinyl siding • Certification and licensing is not required to install vinyl siding. • VSI (Vinyl Siding Institute) training is a valuable tool to learn the ins and outs of vinyl siding installation. Visit www.vinylsiding.org for more information. • Visit the Mitten Inc. website, www.mittenvinyl. com, for a detailed How to Install guide. • No special tools are required – a pair of snips, a hammer, and nails is all you need!

Warranty • Mitten Inc. manufactures and distributes quality products! We stand behind our vinyl siding 100% and back it with a Lifetime Warranty. • Our dark colours are also protected by an additional Lifetime Fade Resistant Warranty.

Mitten Inc. is your one-stop shop for premium exterior building products! • Mitten Composite Decking • Grand River Windows • Grand River Shakes and Scallops • Exterior and patio doors • Shutters • House wrap and insulation • Aluminum accessories • Vents, blocks, and mounts • Caulking • GenStone , Novik, Foundry and MidAmerica products

ExtraordinaryCURB APPEAL CARE-FREE STYLE THAT MAKES A BOLD STATEMENT! • Lifetime fade resistant warranty • Low Maintenance • 15 dark colours with matching trims

MITTEN INC. . . EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR EXTRAORDINARY CURB APPEAL! 888-MITTEN4 www.mittenvinyl.com • Vinyl Siding • Accent Siding • Tools • Accessories • Shutters • Aluminum • and More •

Engineered Lumber

iLevel ELP Whenever starting into a construction project, there are two objectives that everyone shares; to finish with a quality structure of sound construction, at a price point providing the best result for the money spent. To those two goals, wood construction remains one of the best materials of choice. Easily workable with readily available tools and trades, more than well-recognized by local and national codes regulations, readily available, and all at a price-point that continues to make woodbased products the on-going standard in residential and light-commercial construction. In addition, wood-based products, as produced by socially responsible manufacturers, are one of the best environmental choices of all building materials. Unlike steel and concrete that add to the net amount of carbon in the atmosphere in their production, wood-based products capture and store more carbon from the atmosphere than is released in their manufacture. And as the timberlands from which wood-based construction products are harvested are then replanted and regenerated, more carbon is captured back out of the atmosphere, making wood the right choice for all of us. When it comes to wood-based building materials, one of the best versions, are engineered lumber products (ELP). A family of value-added products, each specially made for a particular use in the construction project. I-Joists - manufactured in an “I” shaped section are ideal floor and roof joists, combining strength, long-lengths without bulk and added weight. Beam & Header products such as Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) Parallam Strand Lumber (PSL) and Laminated Strand

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Lumber (LSL) make ideal beam, header and framing materials including tall, two-storey window walls. Engineered Lumber Products provide very consistent strength properties, piece to piece, with none of the natural flaws of knots and grain, while being readily available in long-lengths and large sections as required by your construction project These products, combined with software design and sizing programs will greatly assist anyone on achieving the two goals of a quality project, at a good value. Castle Dealers carry and represent the Trus Joist® brand of ELP, as produced by the Weyerhaeuser Company. Anyone from professional building contractors to do-ityourselfers can bring a set of architectural drawings to a Castle Dealer, who can either directly, or from support by their distributor, turn the architectural drawings into a structural plan, complete with a bill-of-materials through Weyerhaeuser’s proprietary design software, Javelin®.

While often more expensive when compared on a “per-lineal-foot” basis than dimension lumber, because engineered lumber products are so reliable, designs can be optimized to various levels of quality and performance to match the target budget for the project. As a result, projects constructed with engineered lumber often can be done with fewer pieces, there by saving costs on both materials and labour in the construction. All things considered, wood-based materials continue to be the right choice for construction, with engineered lumber products offering a superior option for both cost and quality. To find out more, see your local Castle Dealer.

Ashphalt Surfacing

RESISTO, a division of SOPREMA, is a well-established manufacturer of waterproofing products. SOPREMA’s RESISTO line of waterproofing products is specially designed for do-it-yourselfers and building contractors. Because RESISTO’s managers are constantly listening to customers’ needs, they developed RESISTOSEALTM, a sideline of asphalt reparation products sold in hardware stores that can make your driveway look like a new one. For perfect, long-lasting results, it’s essential to carefully clean the surface to be repaired and protected. RESISTOSEALTM CLEANER AND DEGREASER ensures long-lasting adhesion between the surface and the protective coating, and wipes out dirt, oil and grease. The primer properly conditions the surface and provides a strong bond between the sealer or restorer and the asphalt surface. Apply a coat of primer after cleaning the cracks and before repairing or sealing the surface. To restore your cracked asphalt and prevent water accumulation, RESISTOSEALTM offers a complete sideline of high-quality products. To fill and repair both small and large cracks, use the CRACK FILLER, the POTHOLE PATCH, the LEVELLING PATCH or the ASPHALT REPAIR, all RESISTOSEALTM superior-quality products.RESISTOSEALTM LEVELLING PATCH and CRACK FILLER coatings are flexible and remarkably resistant to temperature variations, year after year.

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RESISTOSEALTM RUBBERIZED CRACK FILLER is composed of mastic and a highquality rubber and bitumen based sealant. With its high solid content, it’s formulated to offer great flexibility and excellent resistance, as well as unbeatable adhesion. Before applying RESISTOSEALTM ASPHALT PROTECTOR, all cracks must be repaired to produce a smooth and uniform surface. To help you revitalize and seal your asphalt driveway, RESISTO offers three different DRIVEWAY SEALERS and two ASPHALT ACRYLIC RESTORERS, all RESISTOSEALTM products. RESISTOSEALTM DRIVEWAY SEALERS are available in different quality levels depending on how long you want your asphalt driveway to be protected (from one year up to four years). The sealers protect you asphalt driveway against cracks and degradation due to water, frost, oil and gas spills, sun and rain RESISTOSEALTM ACRYLIC RESTORERS are environmentally friendly and seal asphalt surfaces against wear, frost, and oil and gas spills. To make your life easier, RESISTOSEALTM offers an ASPHALT SURFACE REPARATION KIT that contains all you need for a perfect asphalt driveway. All you have to do is choose which quality of RESISTOSEALTM you prefer. RESISTOSEALTM high-quality products are available in hardware stores just in time for summer, so you and your family can enjoy every day spent in your yard.

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house wrap - roofing underlay

Intertape Polymer

Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) offers a range of building products designed to protect the home from exposure to extreme weather conditions, and save money in energy costs. NovaWrap Aspire house wrap offers the latest technology , to provide a non-woven, non-perforated moisture control system that acts as an air and moisture barrier, while also allowing moisture vapor escape from the cavity of the wall space. It is popular among installation professionals because of its strength, workable texture, and translucent qualities which make for easier alignment with studs, windows and doors. IPG also offers a synthetic roofing underlayment under the Nova Seal brand. Synthetic roofing underlayment is an excellent way to protect against water damage caused when shingles or other roofing systems are damaged by storms, or the test of time. The cost of Nova Seal is very comparable to felt based underlayments, but it can be left exposed to the elements for up to 12 months without being compromised. Nova Seal Premium features an embossed coating, offering superior slip resistance, and comes in rolls 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 250â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. It also comes with a 25 year warranty. IPG offers a complete range of tape products, including contractor grade sheathing tape, which has an aggressive solvent based acrylic adhesive designed for permanent seaming, and sealing of joints of foam insulation, house wrap, and other types of sheathing. Their tape is CCMC approved, and rated to perform at temperatures as low as -40 degrees celcius.

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BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS NovaSeal

Roof Underlayment

BRAND

THE BEST CHOICE IN SYNTHETIC ROOF UNDERLAYMENT NovaSeal Premium Roof Underlayment is 100% synthetic and is an integral part of the 3-part IPG Total Moisture Control System that ensures superior contractor and owner satisfaction. It is environmentally friendly. It contributes to weather-tightness and energy efficiency buildings for the life of the structure. ®

NovaSeal® Premium Roof Underlayment is woven, UV stabilized, two side coated anti-slip, polypropylene roof underlayment designed to protect roof decks and provide a superior life cycle for the primary roof product. It is “extreme climate friendly” and is a cost effective solution to inferior performing Asphalt Type 15 and Type 30 roofing felts.

THE BEST CHOICE IN SYNTHETIC BUILDING WRAP NovaWrap™ Aspire™ Premium Building Wrap is a 100% synthetic building wrap and integral part of the 3-part IPG Total Moisture Control System that insures superior contractor and owner satisfaction. It is environmentally friendly. It contributes to weather-tightness and energy efficiency of buildings for the life of the structure. NovaWrap™ Aspire™ Premium Building Wrap is a nonwoven, non-perforated polypropylene fabric that provides the ideal balance between water barrier and moisture vapor transmission to the outside. Thus, it lets the structure breathe while preventing damage due to water infiltration. It does not absorb or retain water and acts as a substantial weather barrier.

CONTRACTOR GRADE SHEATHING TAPE Contractor Grade Sheathing Tape has an aggressive solvent based acrylic on a polypropylene film provides superior sealing and protective benefits. Designed for permanent seaming and sealing of joints in foam insulation, housewrap and other sheathing materials. It secures lap edges on house wraps and other vapor barriers, repairs rips and tears in roll and batt insulation, construction films and membranes. Eliminates drafts around window and door openings. Superior bonding at sub-zero (as low as -40°C/F) or at elevated temperatures. Available in white and red, along with CCMC certified red.

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