Growing affordability concerns resulted in builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes falling eight points to 60 in November on the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

The global market for adhesives and sealants in 2017 reached 34 billion dry lbs, valued at $59 billion. North America represented approximately 30% of the global market.

Mapesonic RM high-performance acoustic underlayment is designed to reduce the passage of ambient and impact sound transmissions for ceramic tile and stone installations.

The global hybrid adhesives and sealants market is projected to witness a compound annual growth rate of 6.02% during the forecast period of 2017 to 2023.

Innovative Chemical Products recently announced the formation of its Building Solutions Group.

Liquid polysulfide polymers are the oldest specialty elastomer. They are characterized by solvent and chemical resistance, great electrical properties, low-temperature flexibility, oxygen and ozone resistance, high impermeability to many gases and moisture, good adhesion properties, and flex-crack resistance.

Decta-Seal Natural is a water-based sealer that enhances the natural appearance of decorative hardscapes.

This company recently introduced a universal hybrid sealant.

The global reactive adhesives market is expected to register a moderate compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during the forecast period, 2018-2023.

The global construction industry is reportedly driving the market for construction sealants, according to a new report from BIS Research.