Definitions: E - Exterior finishing

EIFS

EIFS is an acronym for Exterior Insulating and Finishing System. The EIFS system is comprised of a foam core and textured acrylic surface.

References - EIFS

See the following for additional EIFS information:

• Masonry & Concrete Construction Craftsman Book Company; Rev Sub edition, December 1997, Kenneth J. Nolan, ISBN 1572180447
• For Pros by Pros Exterior Siding, Trim and Finishes Taunton Press, February 2004, Fine Homebuilding Magazine, ISBN 1561586528
• What Your Contractor Can't Tell You: The Essential Guide to Building and Renovating Shube Publishing, January 2008, Amy Johnston, ISBN 979983800
• Renovation: Completely Revised and Updated R.S. Means Company; 2 edition, August 2002, Donald Reynolds and RS Means , ISBN 876296584
• Renovating Old Houses: Bringing New Life to Vintage Homes Taunton Press; 3 Rev Upd edition, December 2005, Michael Litchfield, ISBN 1561585882

Service Professionals that can help with EIFS issues

• Siding Contractor
• Carpenter
• Plasterer and Stucco
• Plastering Contractor
• Siding Installer

Common projects involving EIFS

• Add On to Home
• Renovate Small Home

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