Ext Insulation EIFS with drainage

Question 1

Backer rod = foam rod fit to joint size + 25% to 30% and is compressed into joint to limit sealant

Answer 1

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 3 Sec 3.3

Question 2

Drainage Medium = material, space or plane that creates means to drain water to exterior

Answer 2

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 3 Sec 3.8

Question 3

Initial Grab = refers to how well wet state material remains in place after application

Answer 3

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 4 Sec 3.22

Question 4

6 locations where EIFS expansion joints are required

Answer 4

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 5 Sec 4.2

Question 5

Materials must be supplied in original, unopened, undamaged regulatory compliant packaging

Answer 5

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 5 Sec 5.1

Question 6

Minimum product storage temperature is 40 degrees

Answer 6

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
Pg 5 Sec 5.3

Question 7

EIFS Samples - contractor provides to owner/architect (size ample to show color and texture)

Answer 7

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 6 Sec 8.4.1

Question 8

Cold weather conditions exist when below 40 degrees

Answer 8

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 6 Sec 9.1

Question 9

Adhesive - compatible with all materials in EIFS (insulation, substrate, mesh); Portland cement types I

Answer 9

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 7 Sec 12.1

Question 10

Mechanical fasteners - made from corrosion resistant materials (pull-out, tensile & shear) to resist wind load

Answer 10

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 7 SEc 12.10

Question 11

Substrate Temperature minimum 40-degrees (Application) + 24-hours afterward

Answer 11

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 12 Sec 14.2.2

Question 12

Fastener Penetrations not less than 3/8” in steel, 3/4” in wood, and 1” in masonry

Answer 12

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 13 Sec 14.3.4(b)4

Question 13

Insulation board installed in running board pattern with 6” overlap - butted firmly (with <1/16th inch gap)

Answer 13

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 14 Sec 14.3.5(d) & (e)

Question 14

Mesh must extend at least 2.5” beyond edges of inside corners

Answer 14

ANSI/EMIA Standard for exterior Insulation and finish systems (EIFS) with drainage
PG 15 Sec 14.3.6 (c)