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Potential Contributions to LEED
The benefits of BASF EIFS in LEED projects are derived from their ability to create an exterior appearance that meets the architect’s aesthetic objectives while providing high insulation value and an intrinsic air barrier, at a very attractive cost.

Technical Solutions for Renovation of Brick and Masonry
Renovation: Senergy wall systems offer the optimal solution for dramatically improving the looks, performance and value of aging brick, masonry and concrete buildings. This bulletin describes typical conditions that can be addressed using Senergy products and systems.

Model Building Codes (Report References)
A complete list of all building code compliance reports held for each Senergy wall system.

Acceptable Sealants for Use with Senergy® Wall Systems
A list of sealants that have been tested by the sealant manufacturer and are acceptable for use on
above grade application of Senergy wall systems.

Guidelines for Inspecting EIFS Clad Homes
An aid to help inspectors, builders, relocation managers, realtors, and homeowners to better understand the importance of key details in relation to the performance of the walls of a home.

Residential Policy
Defines the Senergy wall systems that are approved for one and two family wood-framed residential construction.

The Science of Color
Topics include: How light and color work together; the Senergy method of color control; color selection by the specifier; working with dark colors; and UV resistance of finishes.

The Elements of Lasting Impression - Color and Texture
A concise discussion of the importance of color and texture in the finish and criteria that should be considered in selection

Commercial Wall Systems
An 8-page color overview of all Senergy commercial wall systems containing a helpful chart showing the components, uses, benefits and warranty for each system.

Choose Your Stucco
A 16-page color overview illustrating and comparing the benefits of each Senergy residential wall system.

Choose Your Finish
A 12-page color overview of the many finishes Senergy offers.

Color, Texture and Form
These key attributes of every Senergy wall system are discussed in this 12-page color brochure.

Cement Board Stucco Brochure (Commercial Cover)
Cement Board Stucco System offers high impact and puncture resistance when exterior insulation is not required. This piece provides a good introduction.

Cement Board Stucco Brochure (Residential Cover)
Same as above, but with residential illustrations.

Senturion Residential Wall Systems
An introduction to all three Senturion systems with illustrations, project photos, test results, and design and installation tips.

Build with Confidence (BASF Wall Systems Overview)
A brief overview of the resources that stand behind the Senergy brand of wall systems.

Frontline Service Partnership
A discussion of the technical support that we provide to our business partners.

The Strength of Experience (Corporate Profile - 2 pages)
A summary of Senergy products, systems and services.

The Strength of Experience (Corporate Profile - 12 pages)
A more detailed look what the Senergy brand offers to our customers.

Water-Resistive Barrier Requirements for Cement Plaster Stucco
The basic water resistive barrier requirements prescribed in the IBC and IRC are described within.

Air/Water-Resistive Barrier Scores High Marks
at Fort Bliss
A case study on how Senershield-R is SIX TIMES more effective than the allowable standard.

Senershield-R / -VB : three essential tests to establish High Performance
A complete set of third-party test data that demonstrates full compliance with relevant performance requirements.

LT Additive
LT Additive is a liquid additive designed for use with BASF Wall Systems’ fluid-applied air/water-resistive barrier products at temperatures as low as -4°C (25°F).

EIFS Related

Eco-efficiency Brochure
A Comparison of the Environmental Footprint and Lifecycle Cost of Wall Cladding Systems Demonstrates the Eco-Efficiency of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems

Senergy® Base Coats/Adhesives Uses & Applications
A chart showing which of the 8 Senergy base coats and adhesives can be used for a variety of applications and conditions.

Pocket Guide Field Checklist - Senerflex Classic PB System
Basic installation instructions for the Senerflex Classic Design EIFS

Senerflex® Flashed Opening Design
Illustrated step-by-step instructions for installing pan flashing.

Senturion™ Systems Methods of Attachment
Illustrations of the mechanical fastening patterns and accompanying wind load ratings for the three Senturion systems.

Guidelines for Senerflex® Pressure Equalized Wall Systems Designs
Supplemental design and application information to the current specifications, details, bulletins, etc. for the Senerflex Pressure Equalized Wall Design.

EIFS & Coating Test Results
A brochure listing all the physical, performance and fire testing that have been performed on Senergy products and Senerflex and Senturion EIFS systems.

Senerthik® Wall System Test Results
A brochure listing all the physical, performance and fire testing that have been performed on Senerthik Class PM EIFS.

Senerthik® Trim Accessories
Obtaining, designing and installing the trim for the Senerthik system.

Air / Water-Resistive / Vapor Barrier Application Guidelines
Guidelines for the application of sheathing joint and rough window protection based on Senershield and Senershield-R liquid air and weather barrier membranes. Step-by-step illustrations.

The Importance of Using the Proper Notched Trowel
With a wide array of notched trowel designs and profiles available, it is important to understand which notched trowel profile is to be used on each of our most popular BASF Wall Systems.

Maintenance and Repair of Senergy Wall Systems
Maintenance suggestions and step-by-step EIFS repair procedures.

Renovation using EIFS

Solutions in Renovation - Overview

Technical Solutions for Renovation of Brick and Masonry (Technical / Marketing Brochure)
Renovation: Senergy wall systems offer the optimal solution for dramatically improving the looks, performance and value of aging brick, masonry and concrete buildings. This bulletin describes typical conditions that can be addressed using Senergy products and systems.

Building Renovation Services Checklist
Ten criteria for considering before beginning a building renovation project.

Project Inspection Form for Brick / Concrete / Metal Buildings
A questionnaire that can be useful in developing a renovation plan for many older buildings.

Conducting an Adhesion Test Technical Bulletin
Step-by-step illustrated instructions for testing the ability to bond EPS to an older wall surface.

Water Vapor Analysis Input Form
WVT analysis confirms the performance of an existing wall and contributes to selecting the best design options for enhancing the thermal and WVT performance.

Renovation with EIFS Typical Details
A collection of recommended details related to application of EIFS over existing brick, masonry and concrete walls.

Senerflex Retrofit Systems Specification (PDF)
A CSI formatted specification for using EIFS over existing brick, masonry and concrete walls.

Editable Senerflex Retrofit Systems Specification (MS Word)
Same as above in MS Word.

Simple Method for Testing Adhesion over Painted Surfaces
This method will simply give you a quick evaluation when a quantifiable number is not required.

Stucco Related

BASF and SPEC MIX Stucco System Program
A single source warranty for BASF Stucco Systems that substitute SPEC MIX Fiber Base Coat (FBC) stucco for BASF StuccoBase.

Senergy® Stucco Wall System w/ PermaLath™ Trim Accessories
Design and installation guidelines for the trim used in stucco walls using PermaLath.

Secondary Moisture Protection Barrier Guidelines for Senergy® Stucco Wall System
Step-by-step illustrated instructions for using Senerwrap and Senerflash to prepare windows and other opening prior to installing building paper or house wraps prior to stucco application.

Accepted Stucco Wall Systems Lath & Trim Accessories
Description and placement of these components of stucco systems.

Senergy® Stucco Wall System Test Results
An overview of all the physical, performance and fire testing that have been performed on Senergy stucco products, stucco systems and the Senergy finishes for them.

Sentry Stucco CI Wall System Trim Accessories
Obtaining, designing and installing the trim for the Sentry Stucco CI Wall System.

Sentry Stucco CI Wall System Test Results
An overview of all the physical, performance and fire testing for Senergy Sentry Stucco CI products, systems and the Senergy finishes for them.

Cement-Board Stucco™ 500 & 1000 Trim Accessories
Description and placement of these components of the Cement-Board Stucco systems.

Cracks in Cement Plaster Stucco
In this bulletin we discuss some common causes of cracks in cement plaster stucco as well as BASF Wall Systems’ position
regarding measures that can limit the extent of cracking in cement plaster stucco wall systems.

Water-Resistive Barrier Requirements for Cement Plaster Stucco
The basic water resistive barrier requirements prescribed in the IBC and IRC are described within.

Stucco Resurfacing Systems

Stucco Resurfacing Systems - Overview
Description with illustrations for a longer lasting approach to stucco repair.

Reference Guide for Stucco Repair
Step-by-step illustrated instructions for treating various stucco repair conditions.

Building Renovation Services Checklist
Ten criteria for considering before beginning a building renovation project.

Conducting an Adhesion Test Technical Bulletin
Step-by-step illustrated instructions for testing the ability to bond EPS to an older wall surface.

Water Vapor Analysis Input Form
WVT analysis confirms the performance of an existing wall and contributes to selecting the best design options for enhancing the thermal and WVT performance.

Stucco Resurfacing Systems Typical Details
A collection of recommended design details for 21 common conditions.

Stucco Resurfacing System Specification (PDF)
The pdf version of a CSI 3-part specification.

Editable Stucco Resurfacing System Specification (MS Word)
The editable Word version of the CSI 3-part specification.

Finish Related

Maintenance, Cleaning & Repair Guidelines
for Senergy® Wall Systems & Finish
Maintenance suggestions for cleaning Senergy finishes and step-by-step EIFS repair procedures.

Senerbrick - Faux Brick Finish Application Technique
Four-page color brochure showing examples of how to create a variety of brick appearances over EIFS.

Application of Finishes over Acceptable Substrates
Surfaces such as conventional or scratch and brown stucco, poured concrete, unit masonry, veneer plaster or gypsum wallboard (interiors only) can benefit from a high-quality textured finish coat. This bulletin describes the steps to follow when using a Senergy Finish as the textured coating over these surfaces.

Direct Finish Systems for Soffits and Ceilings Only
A 3-part CSI specification for applying Senergy reinforced base coat and finish to soffits and ceilings.

Application of Metallic Surfacing System Guidelines
Application instructions for Senergy Metallic Surfacing Systems which provide economical alternatives to achieve the appearance of architectural metal panels.

Critical Light and Tips to Minimize Aesthetic Irregularities
This bulletin discusses some application tips that can be utilized to minimize the potential for the effects of critical light:

Prevention and Treatment of Efflorescence
The problem of efflorescence on walls is an old one that has been studied for many years. Several factors may influence the occurrence of efflorescence in a particular case.

Best Practices

Air / Water-Resistive / Vapor Barrier LT Additive
LT Additive is a liquid additive designed for use with BASF Wall Systems’ fluid-applied air/water-resistive barrier product that enables application of these materials at temperatures as low as -4°C (25°F).

Instructions for Air / Water-Resistive Barrier Installation
An informational piece on where to obtain step by step instructions to assist in the installation of Air / Water-Resistive Barriers.

Cool Weather Application of EIFS, Stucco & Acrylic
Tips for EIFS and stucco contractors who want the best results during cool weather application.

Tenting & Inclement Weather Application
Tips for EIFS and stucco contractors related to protecting their work from cold air and precipitation.

Early Wash Off Synthetic Finishes
Causes and preventions.

Cold Weather Precautions
Avoiding problems during cooler weather is critical when working with water based materials. This piece can help prevent losses.

Spray Application of Senershield®-R
Application techniques and procedures for spraying this air/water-resistive barrier.

Tips for Optimizing Sealant Joints
Tips that should be followed by applicators to ensure proper preparation at and around areas expected to receive an application of an acceptable sealant within BASF Wall Systems.

Application of Textured Acrylic Finishes
in Indoor Pool and Spa Areas
Textured acrylic finishes can provide a durable and aesthetically pleasing appearance with a wide variety of options for the walls in rooms containing a swimming pool or hot tub. These tips should be followed by applicators to ensure proper application

Warranties

Sealant and Wall System Warranty
(Single Source Warranty)
This brochure describes the warranty available for those who specify Sonneborn's Sonolastic® 150 with VLM Technology and a Senergy wall system. BASF can leverage the advantages of shared ownership to offer a warranty program that addresses more of the building envelope.

Stucco Warranty Schedule
Summaries of stucco system warranties.

EIFS, Air/Water-Resisitive Barrier and Coating
Warranty Schedule
Summaries of EIFS, Air/Water-Resistive Barrier and Coatings' warranties.

QA21 Inspection and Warranty Program
This brochure describes QA-21, the BASF Wall Systems comprehensive warranty and inspection program for pre-qualifying water-managed EIFS projects.

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