Rain Screen

Sketch of water intruding and evaporating inside of a rain screen

With weather comes water — rain, ice, snow, and everything in between. This weather will damage and intrude upon the siding. Rain screens provide a space for water to collect and evaporate without causing damage.

Breathing Vents (wrong name)
Unobstructed Moisture Paths

Date

February 25, 2023

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