Code Changes for WRBs/Rainscreens for Plaster

Walls & Ceilings - January 2023

As featured in the January 2023 article in Walls & Ceilings, outlined by Chris K. Little, learn more about managing moisture in the wall cavity—particularly incorporating methods for draining bulk water—continues to be a growing concern for the industry. Recent changes to the International Building Code and International Residential Code are bringing new drainage requirements to a larger portion of the country, meaning builders and contractors may need to rethink how they approach building envelope design going forward. Read the full article here.