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What Is HydroBlok

What Is HydroBlok

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Foundational understanding of what HydroBlok is, what it is made of, and why it is such
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Question 1 of 11

1. Question

Why is long term R value stability critical in exterior wall systems?

It improves sound control
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It ensures insulation performance does not degrade over time
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It reduces finish thickness
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It lowers fastener requirements
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Question 2 of 11

2. Question

Which environments has HydroBlok been trusted in?

Multi-Family
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Hotels such as Hyatt, Marriott and Hilton
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Single family homes
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All of the above
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Question 3 of 11

3. Question

When cutting HydroBlok, does fiberglass from the mesh become airborne?

Yes, respirators are required
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No, the mesh is coated with a Vinyl PVC preventing particles from getting airborne
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Question 4 of 11

4. Question

Why does HydroBlok emphasize its use in hospitality projects when selling to
residential builders?

Hotels use unique finishes
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Hospitality failures are cosmetic only
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These projects demand high reliability and low tolerance for failure
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Hotels require thicker insulation
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Question 5 of 11

5. Question

What benefit does the cementitious facer provide?

Fire rating only
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Direct bonding of finishes and added compression strength
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Thermal insulation
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Sound control
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Question 6 of 11

6. Question

What is the primary function of the fiberglass mesh layer?

Adds insulation value
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Controls cracking and reinforces the surface
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Acts as a vapor barrier
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Provides fire resistance
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Question 7 of 11

7. Question

What material is the reinforcement mesh made from?

Carbon fiber
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Plastic composite
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Fiberglass
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Steel wire
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Question 8 of 11

8. Question

Why is the DuPont foam supplier important to HydroBlok’s value story?

It lowers shipping costs
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It allows thinner boards
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It provides proven durability, higher R value, and long performance history
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It reduces labor requirements
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Question 9 of 11

9. Question

What best describes HydroBlok?

A decorative exterior panel
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A structural framing system
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A waterproof insulated backer board system
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An interior tile underlayment only
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Question 10 of 11

10. Question

What are the three raw material components that make up HydroBlok?

EPS foam, fiberglass mesh, cement board
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DuPont XPS foam, fiberglass mesh, cementitious facer
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Mineral wool, steel mesh, cement board
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EPS foam, plastic mesh, polymer facer
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Question 11 of 11

11. Question

HydroBlok has been used in the field for over a decade with more than 200,000 shower installs

True
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