Articles Tagged with ''sealants in construction''

Net Sales Down 3.2% for Sika in 2020 First Half

In June, Sika recorded positive organic sales growth for the first time since February, as lockdown measures ended or were significantly relaxed in many countries.

July 29, 2020

Despite the substantial impact of the coronavirus pandemic, Sika recently announced that it was able to continue its growth trajectory in the 2020 first half.

DAP: Acoustical Sealant

DAP reports that its Sound Block E90 acoustical sealant is specifically designed to reduce sound transmission and improve Sound Transmission Class (STC) ratings in sound-rated wall and floor systems.

July 21, 2020

DAP recently announced that it has launched Sound Block E90, a professional-grade acoustical, draft, and smoke sealant.

Builder Confidence Rallies to Pre-Pandemic Level in July

The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index now stands at the solid pre-pandemic reading in March, before the outbreak affected much of the nation.

July 21, 2020

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes jumped 14 points to 72 in July, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.

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MAPEI on the Small Screen Leads the News

Readers last week were most interested in HGTV’s incorporation of MAPEI products in one of its shows.

Susan Sutton

July 20, 2020

Do you have news to share with the industry? Please send press releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

MAPEI Products Featured on HGTV’s “Bargain Mansions” Design Show

During three episodes of “Bargain Mansions,” MAPEI mortars, grouts, and sealants are used to install a host of tile designs.

July 9, 2020

Popular HGTV series “Bargain Mansions,” starring home renovator Tamara Day, recently featured MAPEI tile and stone products in several episodes of the show’s third season.

New Home Sales Jump in May as Housing Rebound Continues

The May 2020 rate is 12.7% higher than the May 2019 pace.

July 6, 2020

In a further sign that the housing market is rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic, sales of newly built, single-family homes rose 16.6% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676,000 units in May from a downwardly revised reading in April.

Builder Confidence Surges in June as Housing Rebound is Underway

All of the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index indices posted gains in June.

June 24, 2020

In a sign that housing stands poised to lead a post-pandemic economic recovery, builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes jumped 21 points to 58 in June, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

DAP: Textured Concrete Sealant

Premium Textured Concrete is a textured latex sealant that simulates concrete, allowing users to achieve more accurate color matching to common concrete material.

June 23, 2020

DAP reports that its new Premium Textured Concrete, which is formulated with a textured finish to seamlessly blend with concrete, offers superior elongation and extension recovery for a more durable and long-lasting seal.

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Sika Acquisition Draws Most Reader Interest

Sika’s acquisition of Modern Waterproofing Group garnered the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

June 22, 2020

Has your company made an acquisition? Please send your news releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Is the Housing Industry Poised to Lead the Nation’s Economic Recovery?

As stay-at-home orders continue to be lifted across the country, the residential construction industry is shifting its business environment to ensure all safety precautions are exercised throughout the home building and buying process.

June 12, 2020

As the industry observes National Homeownership Month in June, recent housing data indicate the important role the residential construction industry will play in leading the U.S. economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

This annual event provides current and future leaders in the adhesives and sealants industry with the opportunity to expand their knowledge and network with peers.

Organized by Women in Chemicals, this landmark conference will offer opportunities for networking, learning, and professional development. With a diverse array of sessions, workshops, and social events, participants can expect a dynamic program designed to empower and inspire.