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Exterior Cavity Steel Stud Walls

Exterior Cavity Steel Stud Walls

Steel Stud Cavity Wall Application Information Sheet (360KB PDF)
Steel Stud Cold Climate Application Information Sheet (430KB PDF)
Steel Stud Warm Climate Application Information Sheet (361KB PDF)

Steel stud construction contributes to an economical and versatile wall system in commercial and multi-story residential construction. However, steel stud construction can also present unique challenges, including moisture accumulation and lowered R-value of the wall system. Insulating with Dow insulation can help you solve these challenges. Dow offers insulation products specially designed to solve the challenges of steel stud cavity wall construction.

There is a Dow insulation solution that is right for every Exterior Cavity Steel Stud Wall application.

Features & Benefits Recommended Product Solution Product Information Sheet Guide Specs CAD Details
Superior moisture resistance and long-term R-value. Shiplap edge provides one of the most thermally efficient joints available. Serves as a moisture barrier. Can serve as an air barrier (with sealed joints). STYROFOAM™ CAVITYMATE™ SC English (46KB PDF) N/A View
When you don't require insulation but need a building wrap that resists air infiltration and water penetration STYROFOAM WEATHERMATE™ Plus Building Wrap N/A N/A N/A
Exceptional fire performance allows product to be installed without a separate thermal barrier (except air plenum areas).1.0 mil radiant quality aluminum facers provide a tough durable product. Highest R-value per inch for foam plastic insulation (6.5 per inch).Best high temperature stability (250 °F) THERMAX™ Sheathing English (50.6KB PDF) N/A N/A