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Elemax™ 2600 Air & Water Resistive Barrier Coating

Elemax™ 2600 Air & Water Resistive Barrier Coating

Control humidity. Maintain air quality. Improve energy efficiency.

Elemax 2600 Air & Water Resistive Barrier Coating offers seamless, long-lasting protection for your building envelope.

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Prevent air and water leaks with Elemax 2600 Air & Water Resistive Barrier Coating. Made from 100% silicone, it works to control moisture and humidity inside your building — helping to maintain air quality and energy efficiency for years to come.

A single coat of Elemax 2600 Air & Water Resistive Barrier Coating cures quickly to form a durable membrane that is both vapor-permeable and airtight. It is UV-resistant upon cure, and maintains its elasticity even after years of exposure to weather extremes.

Elemax 2600 Air & Water Resistive Barrier Coating is backed by world-class technical support and extended warranties of up to 20 years. Key features include:

  • Building Code compliance
  • Long-term UV and weather resistance
  • Excellent performance in open joint rain screen systems
  • NFPA 285 compliant
  • Warranties available up to 20 years
  • One-coat, primerless application
  • Rain-ready in as little as 30 minutes
  • Cold weather application down to 0°F/-18°C
Performance

Exceptional durability

  • 100% silicone formula
  • Excellent long-term resistance to extreme temperatures, UV radiation, rain, snow, and wind
  • Seamless, permanently flexible membrane will not crack or separate

Weatherproof

  • Rain-ready in as little as 30 minutes
  • Vapor-permeable and airtight
  • Seals against drafts, air and water leaks, mold, mildew, rot, and rust
  • Meets water penetration standards

Quick and easy to apply

  • One-coat application
  • No primer required
  • Compatible with most silicone sealants and glazes used on façades
  • Can be applied in temperatures as low as 0°F (-18°C). Substrate surface must be less than 150°F (66°C)

Energy Efficiency

Controls flow of air and water throughout the building envelope to help reduce energy use by up to 35%

Environmentally responsible

  • Solvent-free, low VOC (volatile organic compounds) content
  • Conforms to CDPH Standard Method V1.2

Building Code Compliant

ICC ESR-3983 evaluation report confirms compliance with IBC, IRC, IECC, and green code(s) requirements for use as both an air barrier and a water resistive barrier.

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Finishes

Grey and white are currently available as a special order.

Black
Available Sizes

Product volume

  • 5 gallon (19 L) plastic pails
  • 55 gallon (208 L) steel drums

Product FAQs

Is Elemax 2600 AWB coating suitable for open joint rain screen systems?

Yes. Elemax 2600 AWB coating is specifically formulated for excellent performance in open joint rain screen systems. Its weatherproof membrane meets water penetration standards and seals against drafts, mold, mildew, rot, and rust.

What warranty does Elemax 2600 AWB coating come with?

Elemax 2600 AWB coating is backed by extended warranties of up to 20 years, along with world-class technical support. Warranty terms may vary depending on the application and project scope.

Is Elemax 2600 AWB coating environmentally friendly?

Elemax 2600 AWB coating is solvent-free with low VOC content and conforms to CDPH Standard Method V1.2. This makes it suitable for projects with indoor air quality or sustainability requirements.

What building codes does Elemax 2600 AWB coating comply with?

Elemax 2600 AWB coating holds an ICC ESR-3983 evaluation report confirming compliance with IBC, IRC, IECC, and applicable green codes. It is also NFPA 285 compliant, covering its use as both an air barrier and water resistive barrier.

Can Elemax 2600 AWB coating help reduce energy costs?

Yes. Elemax 2600 AWB coating can help reduce building energy use by controlling the flow of air and water through the building envelope. Its airtight, vapor-permeable membrane minimises drafts and heat loss.

Is Elemax 2600 AWB coating UV-resistant?

Yes. Elemax 2600 AWB coating is UV-resistant upon cure and works to provide long-term resistance to UV radiation, extreme temperatures, rain, snow, and wind. Its 100% silicone formula helps the membrane stays permanently flexible and not crack or separate over time.

What temperature range can Elemax 2600 AWB coating be applied in?

Elemax 2600 AWB coating can be applied in temperatures as low as 0°F (-18°C), making it suitable for cold weather construction. The substrate surface must not exceed 150°F (66°C) at the time of application.

Does Elemax 2600 AWB coating require a primer?

No. Elemax 2600 AWB coating is designed for primerless, one-coat application. It is compatible with most silicone sealants used on building façades, reducing both labor time and material costs.

How long does Elemax 2600 AWB coating take to become rain-ready?

Elemax 2600 AWB coating is rain-ready in as little as 30 minutes after application. It cures to form a seamless, durable membrane that is both vapor-permeable and airtight, providing immediate weather protection shortly after application.

What is Elemax 2600 Air & Water Resistive Barrier Coating used for?

Elemax 2600 coating is a 100% silicone coating that prevents air and water leaks in buildings. It controls moisture and humidity within the building envelope to maintain indoor air quality and improve energy efficiency. It functions as both an air barrier and water resistive barrier, and complies with IBC, IRC, IECC, and green code requirements.

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