Informational Videos
See How ABF's DuraDry Basement System Stood Up to Fire and Flood
Click on the video to the right to see how our basement walls met some of the most extreme conditions that a building products may experience - fire, flood and freezing temperatures. This house experienced a serious fire in October, and sat unheated with a water filled basement during a Michigan winter. This video was made in April, six months after the fire. Most homes won't experience this level of damage, but if our products can stand up to this, they'll likely perform well in your basement.
The Hidden Dangers of Mold Exposure - CBN.com
This is a very eye-opening video that shows how mold growth from a small amount of household moisture ended up causing significant health problems for this family. This provides good information from health professionals and mold experts.
If you are condering finishing your basement, this video is worth your time to watch. Basements often have the perfect conditions for mold growth, especially if they are finished with the wrong materials. If there is even a small chance that you or your family could be impacted in any way like this family was, why would you even want to consider using drywall, fiberglass, and wood studs for your project?
Building Science Seminar by Dr. James Lstibruek, Phd, P.E.
In this video, Dr. Lstiburek, one of the leading buildng scientists in the United States, discusses the physics that relate to moisture control, water damage and mold growth. This information relates directly to basement finishing practices as basements present the most challenging moisture environment in the home.
Mold Danger!
This short video explains the body's physiological response to mold and how this substance can cause problems with many areas of our bodies.
The lesson is simple:
MOLD = BAD
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES
THAT PREVENT MOLD = GOOD
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