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Wall Prep Materials

A wise contractor once said that building is 9/10ths preparation. Ring’s End realizes that before the siding goes on, the walls have to be prepared properly, especially in this age of super-insulated and air-tight homes. Improper preparation can cause siding failure and even failure of the walls underneath the siding.

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Felt Paper

For decades, felt paper or “tar paper” has been an industry standard for covering wall and roof sheathing before the finish materials go on. Felt paper sheds moisture, and installs easily. Ring’s End stocks rolls of both 15-lb. felt paper as... Find Out More

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Housewrap

In recent years housewrap has become the top choice for covering the walls of a house before the siding goes on. Its unique construction stops air infilt... Find Out More

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Rainscreen

Home Slicker by Benjamin Obdyke is a ventilating and self-draining rainscreen offering a thermal break and moisture protection for sidewalls. Its unique ... Find Out More

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Sheathing

Wall Sheathing refers to the large panels placed on the exterior of a building’s frame. It is over the top of these panels that you place insulation. Traditionally, wall sheathing panels are made of plywood, but newly engineered products on the ... Find Out More