A Rain- Screen Wall Consists of All the Essential Elements

question 29

Essay

A rain- screen wall consists of all the essential elements of a drainage wall, which are: (i)exterior cladding, (ii)air space, (iii)water- resistant backup wall, (iv)flashing, and (v)weep holes. What is the most important additional element in a rain- screen wall that distinguishes it from a drainage wall?

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