Can the Climate-Shield Rain Screen System be installed on curved surfaces?

Yes, the Climate-Shield Rain Screen System can be installed on curved surfaces, offering unique design opportunities for architects. It provides aesthetic appeal and performance benefits.

What are the benefits of vertically installing wood rain screens?

Vertically installed wood rain screens reduce labor and material costs, offer aesthetic appeal, and protect your property. They can also extend the lifespan of your structure.

Are there successful installations of vertical wood rain screens on curved surfaces?

Yes, there are successful installations, such as at the US Coast Guard Station in Delaware, with tight radius applications. Wider boards were used for larger curves at the Sandy Hook School in Connecticut.

Vertical Wood Rain Screen Installation on Curved Surfaces

Installing a Vertical Wood Rain Screen on Curved Surfaces

The Climate-Shield® Rain Screen System™ has gained recognition for its unique capability to be vertically installed on curved surfaces, offering convenience and effectiveness. Architects and design professionals have lauded Climate-Shield for eliminating the need for redundant furring strip matrices when fastening wood rain screen siding vertically. This not only simplifies the installation process but also reduces labor and material costs, especially when used for vertical rain screens.

Property owners can take comfort in knowing that their wood rain screen serves a dual purpose. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, it functions as a high-performance system engineered to safeguard their investment while significantly lowering life-cycle costs. A properly designed wood rain screen that remains dry and efficiently drains water prolongs the lifespan of the entire structure. The natural wood cladding enhances the property’s curb appeal and contributes to its overall value.

Architects working with curved exterior walls find a unique design opportunity with the Climate-Shield system. It can be employed to clad curved wall surfaces with radii as tight as 24 inches. This versatility allows architects to design and construct rain screens for use around large columns, turrets, spires, and more.

For instance, Climate-Shield was successfully installed vertically on the bartizans (turret-shaped spires) at the US Coast Guard Station at Indian River Inlet in Delaware. These turrets had a radius of approximately six feet, and the Climate-Shield system seamlessly handled this curved surface. To achieve an aesthetically pleasing arc, narrower (1×4 nominal) Ipe hardwood siding boards were used, as they are better suited for tight radii like this project.

Another noteworthy example is the vertical rain screen cladding used on the new Sandy Hook School in Connecticut, which featured a gently curving arc along the entire front façade wall of the building. The large radius allowed the design team to utilize wider boards (6″ nominal width) in this rain screen installation. To enhance visual appeal and create contrast, two different FSC® Certified wood siding species (Garapa and Machiche) were employed, adding a unique touch to the project.