Rainscreen


Construction glossary · Exterior

Glossary › Rainscreen

Exterior · definition

A drained, vented air gap between siding and the WRB that lets the wall dry and dramatically extends cladding life. Best practice for premium installs.

Source: Wikipedia — Rainscreen

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