There are exciting things planned for Coastal Construction Products over the next six months. We’re growing our teams and adding new locations. On December 18 we opened a branch in North Charleston, SC. Macy Lanctot, from our Coastal Orlando location, decided to make a change and has moved north as the new Assistant Branch Manager. Changes for our Branches We’ve been part of Beacon Building Products since November of last year and we’ll become fully integrated as part of Beacon Waterproofing Division in Q2 of 2024. This means you’ll see the Beacon Waterproofing logo go up on the outside of the ..read more

During the construction process it is important to understand the permeability of materials. Manufacturers of air/vapor barriers, as well as many waterproof coatings often provide the permeability of their products. This is reported as a perm rating. A perm is a unit of measure that indicates how much water vapor (in the gaseous state) will pass through a given area of material over a period of time. The higher the perm number, the more easily water vapor spreads through the material. A perm rating of less than 0.1 is considered a vapor barrier. A perm between 0.1 and 1 is considered a vapor r ..read more

We’d like to thank Dow for their support over the last two years as we have partnered to provide you with product and service information for your projects. From the newly introduced DOWSIL 714 Rollable Flashing to the Color It Right Program to DOWSIL Contractors Paintable Sealants, Dow offers best-in-class materials to help you build more for your Customers. In addition to materials, Dow and Coastal collaborate to offer customer training on products you use every day. Dow also offers hands-on demonstrations of new products such as the new DOWSIL 375 Construction & Glass Embedding. Bel ..read more

In the ever-changing construction landscape, concrete is the backbone of many structures. It’s important to remember that the protective materials we install are only as good as the substrate they are applied to. When evaluating, repairing, waterproofing, or protecting a structure, having a thorough understanding of concrete and its repair is key to a successful, long-lasting project. International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) is the place to go for knowledge on repairing and protecting this common building material, and their flagship Concrete Surface Repair Technician (CSRT) Education Pr ..read more

Highway and airport joints require tough sealants that withstand horizontal and vertical movement, have good weatherability and are easy to install with a short downtime and long service life. Dow’s line of pavement sealants is available for your next project. DOWSIL 888 DOWSIL 888 silicone joint sealant is the ideal solution for concrete joints. This versatile sealant performs in temperatures ranging from -20°F to 120°F, creating a flexible, rubbery seal that adapts to its environment. Perfect for highways, airports, or revamping old pavement, the one-part, non-sag silicone material ensu ..read more

Beacon Building Products continues to reshape the construction industry and in October of this year, it acquired Garvin Construction Products of Boston, Massachusetts. Garvin now joins Coastal as part of Beacon’s Waterproofing Division, providing technical expertise and high-quality, specialty construction materials to customers in the Northeast.  About Garvin Garvin Construction Products traces its roots back to 1949 when Thomas Garvin founded the company as an independent manufacturer’s rep firm. Over the years, the business evolved under the leadership of his son Brendan Garvin, Sr., w ..read more

Bruce Garrott has been part of the Coastal/Beacon team for 28 years. Before beginning his career at Coastal, he served as a pilot in the US Navy. Bruce was drawn to the company by its close-knit family atmosphere and the opportunity to be part of something special. We sat down with him to learn more about his role in safety and facilities at Coastal and the unique journey that led him here. Describe the strengths you bring to your position. One of the key strengths I bring to my role is an uncompromising commitment to safety. This stems from my naval experience, where safety was a matter of li ..read more

In a world where safety has become an increasingly crucial aspect of daily life, Coastal has made safety a central focus of our operations. We recently had the privilege of interviewing Bruce Garrott, Director of Safety and Facilities at Coastal, to delve into safety practices and the company’s dedication to ensuring the well-being of our customers and employees. Anchored in Safety Bruce Garrott brings 28 years of experience grounded in his time in the Navy. “Safety is paramount; it only takes a second to hurt yourself,” he said. “If you did something wrong in the Navy, you died.” This perspec ..read more

Construction professionals understand that correctly applying a waterproof membrane where needed can improve project outcomes and extend the life of structures. However, there are several misconceptions about waterproofing membranes — liquid-applied waterproof membranes in particular — that can cloud their understanding of how and where to apply these coatings.  Unfortunately, acting based on incorrect information or assumptions can lead to project failures and have costly ramifications. An article in the Concrete Repair Bulletin does an excellent job of “busting” some of the most common ..read more

When you hear the word “fenestration” you may think that it refers to things like small residential windows. But nothing could be further from the truth.  Fenestration refers to all the openings in the building envelope including doors, windows, skylights as well as curtain walls. Fenestration covers anything from residential windows to 20-foot garage door to a 24 x 12-foot or larger glass pivot doors.  The technology is available to create infinite possibilities and Dow has the sealant solutions to make these a reality.  Dow offers a broad and deep line of fenestration sealants ..read more