W. R. Meadows’ popular water-based air/ liquid moisture barrier, Air-Shield™ LMP, is specially formulated to cure to form a tough, seamless, elastomeric membrane. It exhibits excellent resistance to air leakage, and its single-component, water-based technology allows for simple, safe application and easy cleanup. Among its other attributes are its high permeability, which allows the transmission of moisture vapor through porous building materials. AIR-SHIELD LMP is versatile, in that it may be applied to most common surfaces and integrated into various wall systems. In addition, the product is suitable for both new construction and retrofit applications. W. R. Meadows recommends specific…
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Learn more about applying our Air-Shield air barriers.
At W. R. MEADOWS, providing education content for the proper application and maintenance of our products is of prime importance. Housed on our website are dozens of guidelines and bulletins intended to help our customers install our products correctly and efficiently. These items are a great tool to help learn about the proper application and maintenance of our wide line of products. We’ve recently updated our AIR-SHIELD Exterior Sheathing Panel Joint Treatment Application Guidelines. This guideline provides information regarding the recommended treatment of joints in exterior sheathing panels (drywall and glass-faced) when using AIR-SHIELD LM. AIR-SHIELD LM is a single-component,…
W. R. MEADOWS’ Animation Helps with Your AIR-SHIELD LMP Install
W. R. MEADOWS’ vast collection of training videos and installation guidelines are made available via its website to help with difficult applications. One such tool is the installation animation for AIR-SHIELD™ LMP with AIR-SHIELD for Rough Openings. Available for download as well viewable on YouTube, our animation will walk you through the installation of AIR-SHIELD LMP, and is complete with in-depth descriptive instructions via text to go along with the animation. AIR-SHIELD LMP is part of W. R. MEADOWS’ family of air barrier products. It’s a water-based air/liquid moisture barrier that cures to form a tough, seamless, elastomeric membrane, and…
New Detailing Air Barriers AIA Presentation Available
W. R. MEADOWS has always thrived to do its part in educating the architectural community by offering 10 AIA-accredited courses that not only help teach aspects of different elements including (but not limited to) building envelope, waterproofing, and concrete restoration, but also count towards earning AIA continuing education credit. Detailing Air Barriers is our latest installment. This newly rolled out course is one-hour long and focuses on specific techniques for installing the different types of air barrier materials. The use of air barriers are an integral part of a high performance building enclosure, and while most architects understand the whys, they may…
AIR-SHIELD Fastener Penetration Technical Bulletin
W. R. MEADOWS is frequently asked what types of fasteners are best recommended for use with our line of AIR-SHIELD air barriers. Due to the sheer number of types, this is difficult to answer and should be addressed on a project-by-project basis. However, we’ve put together a new technical bulletin on fastener penetrations through AIR-SHIELD membranes that describes the different terminology and basic rules-of-thumb that should be adhered to when performing these installations. This new technical bulletin is available on our website and is also available in PDF format to easily print out and/or email. It’s a great item to refer to for specifiers…
Back to School: W. R. MEADOWS Sales Reps Build Knowledge and Camaraderie
On September 16-17, six W. R. MEADOWS outside sales reps convened at its corporate office in Hampshire, IL, for Building Envelope Boot Camp. The event was hosted by Sales Manager Todd Duewel and Building Science Specialist Russ Snow. Each attendee learned more on a few key points: Gaining a better understanding of AIA presentations Learning how to apply products via demonstration Generating new selling methods Sharing jobsite troubleshooting methods through open discussion Topics covered at this year’s event included air barriers, waterproofing/vaporproofing – both underslab and positive versus negative side – and building codes and standards. All attendees were able…
New Sell Sheet Released for EVAPRE
W. R. MEADOWS has released a new, informative sell sheet for EVAPRE, its high-quality, water-based evaporation retardant. The sell sheet outlines key features and benefits of EVAPRE, and lists conditions under which it is best used and most effective. EVAPRE is designed to reduce rapid moisture loss from the concrete surfaces prior to curing. Weather conditions such as low humidity, high winds, direct sunlight, and high temperatures are contested by this product, which in turn helps the job stay on schedule. EVAPRE is packaged in 45-ounce containers. You can request a copy of the new EVAPRE sell sheet here, as long…
Don’t Let Winter Salt Leave You Feeling Salty
Winter salt got you feeling salty? INTRAGUARD is your solution. This water-based, penetrating concrete sealing compound for exterior concrete surfaces is specifically designed to limit the intrusion of moisture and chlorides into concrete surfaces. Its proprietary blend of silane and siloxane penetrates deep into the pores of the concrete to help protect it from scaling caused by deicing salts. We also have a new sell sheet available. You can order print copies or download the PDF here. These sell sheets are a great way to educate and promote our products. You can also request samples here. INTRAGUARD’s clear sealing properties…
Intraguard: The Savior of Salty Concrete
Winter salt got you feeling salty? Have no fear! INTRAGUARD Water-Based, Clear, Penetrating Sealing Compound for Salt Protection has just the penetrating sealing action to protect even your saltiest exterior concrete surfaces. Specifically designed to limit the intrusion of moisture and chlorides into concrete surfaces, this proprietary blend of silane and siloxane penetrates deep into the pores of the concrete to help protect the concrete from scaling caused by deicing salts. INTRAGUARD weatherproofs and protects virtually all exterior concrete surfaces, including concrete driveways, walkways, and parking lots. The product is designed to provide lasting protection from de-icing chemicals and moisture…
97C Catalog Updated and Available
We’ve recently updated and reprinted our 97C catalog. This 28-page premium-grade construction products condensed catalog provides a quick and easy-to-use reference guide complete with photos and descriptions for over 100 of our products, covering both the W. R. MEADOWS and DECK-O-SEAL lines. The catalog pages are organized by product application categories and MasterFormat designation. Besides a description and photo, each product also lists key specifications and packaging information. This edition includes our newest products, such as AIR-SHIELD LIQUID FLASHING and INTRAGUARD; updated packaging photos; and updated specifications on all of our product offerings. Company information and primary office location addresses…
PMPC Stands the Test of Time
When a demolition team went to tear down a gymnasium containing W. R. MEADOWS PMPC at Ursilane College on the east side of Cleveland, Ohio, they found something remarkable. While demolishing the building, the workers found that the PMPC, placed below the building’s concrete foundation in 1973, was still intact–looking as if it had been placed this year: solid, no cracks, with its plastic release sheet still intact. PMPC or, PREMOULDED MEMBRANE VAPOR SEAL WITH PLASMATIC CORE, is a patented (#US 7,179,761) seven-ply, weather-coated, permanently bonded, semi-flexible vaporproofing/waterproofing membrane. It is composed of an exclusive plasmatic core suspended mid-point between two…
W. R. MEADOWS Goes to Building Envelope Boot Camp
On April 30th-May 2nd, eleven members of our W. R. MEADOWS sales team took part in our first ever two day building envelope boot camp. The boot camp consisted of a combination of technical and hands-on training where the participants took part in product demonstrations, practiced presentations, and were brought up to speed on all the new happenings within the W. R. Meadows line of building envelope products. In the classroom, our sales team was provided with technical knowledge on air barriers, waterproofing, and underslab moisture protection in order to provide a greater level of technical support to all members…