One of the most challenging issues for any building is moisture. When water gets into a structure, it can rapidly cause a range of damage from aesthetics to health issues. Unchecked moisture problems will eventually cause weakening which could make parts of the structure unsound. Our proprietary EPS product...
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How to Clean and Maintain Architectural Foam
Our proprietary architectural foam material at PW Profiles is a mix of EPS, which includes several blended polymers, as well as cement with a wire mesh for internal form and stability. This results in architectural elements that are durable and long lasting with exterior texture and appearance similar to...
How Architectural Foam Can Solve Architectural Design Challenges
When constructing properties, contractors need to meet a variety of different requirements, including design specifications, building codes, budgets, and more. There are many materials on the market, but few are going to meet all of the different requirements that contractors will have. One of the more effective options available...
Benefits of EPS Architectural Elements Over Precast
For many years, precast has been a go to material for molded and prefabricated architectural elements. During that time, expanded polystyrene foam has seen increasing use in a growing number of industries, prized for its durability effectiveness and affordability. Now it is possible to use EPS in architectural design...
Architectural Foam Shapes – High End EPS Manufacturing with PW Profiles
In the architectural world, is critical to find high quality decorative products to add creative elements to the design of the property. There are many materials that can be used to craft these elements, such as precast concrete, GFRC, and wood. But we want to introduce you to a...
Architectural Foam Near Me – Fast, Inexpensive Shipping Worldwide
Patterson Whittaker Architectural Profiles has a twist on architectural foam. We use a reinforced EPS core covered in durable, reinforced concrete to create products that are as durable, long lasting, and weatherproof as precast, GRFC, and countless other common architectural materials. This type of “architectural foam” is slightly different...
Patterson Whittaker Featured in Premier Builder Magazine
We are pleased to share that our products have been featured in Premier Builder magazine, with a quote by our very own Karri Anderson – sales executive for our United States clients. Our piece, which talks about the origin of using architectural products to adorn buildings, also gives a...
Types of Quoins and Where to Use Them
Previously used as a means of strengthening a stone or masonry building, quoins, or cornerstones, are today almost an entirely decorative feature. They are larger stones placed at the corners and edges of brickwork or stone walls. Generally, they are much larger in size than stones on the walls...
Chimney Cap Styles for Securing a Flue
A chimney cap is a necessity when there is a chimney on your property. It can help prevent debris, water, or animals from getting into your chimney. A chimney cap also reduces downdrafts and prevents sparks from escaping and causing a fire risk. But in order for a chimney...
The Costs of Precast – Why Shipping Alone Can Be a Major Expense
Precast concrete is one of the most popular materials available for creating decorative architectural details, especially on the exterior of the property. Some of the benefits of using precast concrete – both as a material and as an alternative to cast-in-place options – is that it is extremely durable,...
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