Stucco Rainscreen or Direct-Applied: Choosing Between the WaterWay and Perm-Flex Assemblies

TLDR Specify a drained cavity when the substrate cannot tolerate incidental moisture or the climate keeps the wall wet for long stretches. Specify direct-applied over cement board when the WRB and flashing are detailed correctly and the wall has no cavity depth to spare. A stucco rainscreen puts a drainage and ventilation space between the […]