02-10-2009, 06:46 AM
Aloha,
Could anyone tell me if rain screen construction is being done on the island? We are considering using Hardie Panel as our exterior siding, installed over James Hardie furring strips, with Tyvek UV Facade membrane, (which is designed specifically for open cladding construction). Rain screen style of design/construction is being used a lot on the mainland, from here in California, to Colorado and up in Washington, for it’s ability to prevent mold and water penetration from wind and rain, so it seems to me it would be ideal for Hawaii's weather. We also will be using light weight steel studs.
I appreciate any comments, thank you,
Barbara Taylor
Could anyone tell me if rain screen construction is being done on the island? We are considering using Hardie Panel as our exterior siding, installed over James Hardie furring strips, with Tyvek UV Facade membrane, (which is designed specifically for open cladding construction). Rain screen style of design/construction is being used a lot on the mainland, from here in California, to Colorado and up in Washington, for it’s ability to prevent mold and water penetration from wind and rain, so it seems to me it would be ideal for Hawaii's weather. We also will be using light weight steel studs.
I appreciate any comments, thank you,
Barbara Taylor
Hawaii Dreaming