6 Useful Online Tools for Building Professionals

Throughout its 40+ year history, Sto Corp.’s energy-efficient and easy-to-apply building envelope solutions have provided building professionals with the widest range of aesthetic possibilities on the most complete collection of...

Importance of Sealer for EIFS Projects

High-performing, drainable EIFS provides the building industry with a complete wall cladding system and a simple-to-use solution toward compliance with the current energy code. Drainable EIFS wall systems, like StoTherm®...

One Manufacturer is Better Than Two

...moisture infiltration by preventing condensation in the wall system to resist structurally damaging mildew and mold. Energy Efficiency: Prevents air infiltration through the wall, reducing energy use and costs Indoor...

A Rainscreen System Unlike Any Other

StoVentec Render is an innovative rainscreen cladding solution that improves building performance with economical construction. This system features a ventilated cavity for effective drainage, continuous insulation for energy efficiency and...

Choosing the Right Sheen for your Architectural Coatings

...significant advantages of using a specialized finish over actual metal panels is its superior thermal performance. The system provides continuous insulation, which helps regulate the building’s temperature and reduces energy...

The Next Standard in Building Durability

...system, StoTherm® ci is a high-performance, energy-efficient wall cladding that integrates StoGuard® air and water-resistive barrier, EPS insulation and drainage. StoTherm® ci systems combine energy efficiency (continuous insulation) with high...

Drained and Back-Ventilated Rainscreens vs Pressurized-Equalized Rainscreens

Rainscreens are an integral part of modern building envelopes. These marvels of engineering science improve performance by reducing moisture and enhancing durability and energy efficiency. But not all rainscreens are...

Glass exteriors in commercial buildings: Four incredible buildings with glass facades

...building, natural light is a proven productivity and mood enhancer. Technological advancements have allowed for many different innovations in glass, including treatments to improve energy efficiency, emissivity, glare, and coloring....

Recent developments in sustainability initiatives for commercial buildings

Energy efficiency, reduced carbon output and sustainability measures have been targets for those designing and operating commercial buildings for some time. Now, with Net Zero – where a building emits...

Precast Concrete Wall Panels and a Better Alternative

...daily temperature swings and saving energy. Disadvantages of Precast Concrete Wall Panels Problems associated with heavy precast concrete panels include handling issues, moisture problems, insufficient thermal performance and fire resistance,...

Creativity Begins. Sto Finishes.

...bring to every design challenge? What breathes creative life and energy into every project you touch? Is it sleek sophistication? The wonders of nature? Elegant simplicity? Geometric perfection? The classics?...

Rainscreen

...timeless, designer aesthetics with advanced energy efficiency, creating a superior building envelope solution. Great performance. Uncompromising aesthetics. StoVentec Fiber Cement is a unique panel system with the added benefits of...

Sustainability Solutions

...the experience of building comfort—all with the goal of helping to build a better world. Our innovative wall systems are engineered to reduce carbon emissions through long-term durability, energy-efficiency, and...

MVES Systems

...wall design Lightweight Fully tested, building code compliant StoTherm® ci MVES Lightweight, energy efficient system with continuous insulation compare View System & Documents StoTherm ci MVES is an engineered insulating...

How are digital twins being used in the built environment?

...and buildings consume 25-40% of global energy. Given the volume of new property that needs to be built to accommodate the increase in urbanization, it’s important that the sustainability performance...

Fluid/Liquid-Applied Air & Moisture Barriers

...bonds to the exterior sheathing without fasteners. A high-performing fluid-applied vapor barrier contributes to energy-efficient, durable, and healthy residential, commercial, and institutional environments. The Benefits of Fluid-Applied Air Barriers Fluid-applied...

How to Reduce Building Envelope Installation Time Without Sacrificing Quality

...allowed builders to cost-effectively hastened the installation of its energy-efficient building envelope. Rising Construction Market The Global Buildings Construction Market size in 2022 was $5,412.80 billion. Building experts predict this...

The Art of Exterior Design: A Guide to External Render Cladding Systems

...insulation (CI), and our high-quality StoVentec® Rainscreen® cladding. In addition, the lightweight and energy-efficient StoVentec® Rainscreen® Systems reduce heating and air-conditioning costs and limit condensation that can cause unhealthy and...

The Do’s and Don’ts of EIFS Painting: 8 Tips for a Successful Project

...air and water-resistive barrier and continuous insulation Energy efficiency Fire-resistance A low-maintenance structure EIFS also offers versatile, attractive, and sophisticated exterior finishes. Periodically, EIFS finishes require cleaning to remove dirt,...

Reduce Weather Delays for Your Building Envelope Construction Projects

...by cutting raw material waste, recycling materials, and improving the energy efficiency of the wall system. In addition, the use of prefab wall panels significantly lessens equipment, labor and waste...

STPE Sealants: What You Need to Know

...per hour at 50Pa of pressure – a significant measure of a building’s energy efficiency. 1. The top plate to attic drywall achieves a potential ACH50 reduction: up to 1.6...

Fully Integrated Prefabricated Façade Panels w/ Window Compatibility

Fully integrated prefabricated facade panels with factory-installed windows can create air-tight building envelopes that contribute significantly to sustainable, energy-efficient, durable, and safe buildings. Furthermore, StoPanel® Technology branded, tested, and warranted...

Breaking Down the Differences: Tempered Glass vs. Toughened Glass

...(kinetic energy). A rainscreen cladding system will limit water intrusion by providing a drainage plane. Improved Safety Blast-Tested The strength and integrity of the StoVentec® Glass Rainscreen® System can pass...

Rainscreen Systems and the Building Code

...is capable of handling some moisture and drying without degrading or reducing its R-value. Depending on the thermal requirements and targets, this layer may be supplemented. Also, Energy codes require...

Air and Water-Resistive Barriers

...International Building Code International Residential Code International Energy Conservation Code Los Angeles Building Code International Green Construction Code CALGreen Title 24, ICC 700 National Green Building Standard Additional codes and...

Designing for Extreme Weather

...demand from municipalities, insurers, and property owners for storm-ready and energy-efficient construction. Climate resilience as a design imperative is becoming a mandate. And in high-risk zones, there is a growing...

Continuity: The Key to Air and Water-Resistive Barrier (AWRB) Success

...air and water-resistive barrier, on the other hand, prevents moisture intrusion, air leakage and energy loss. A Proven, System-Based AWRB Solution The problem with many existing buildings is a piecemeal...

Sto: A Strategic Ally for Architects

...moisture protection across multiple trades. Performance Requirements Define thermal, air and moisture performance targets at the outset. Sto’s engineered systems—StoTherm ci, StoVentec, StoPowerwall—are designed and tested to meet energy, durability...

Restoring the Future: Best Practices for Facade Restoration

...speed of installation, reduced scaffolding and staging, and producing less noise and debris. Incorporating Future-Ready Performance Oftentimes, major facade restorations trigger requirements to meet updated energy codes and safety standards....

StoCast Landing

...unique designs Stain available in 25 standard colors, or coat with any of Sto’s high performance coatings Reduced energy used for manufacturing and transportation compared to natural or engineered wood...