Abstract: A lath for use in applying plaster to a substrate. The lath includes a plurality of crossing members forming a substantially planar lattice-like structure with a plurality of openings therein. The crossing members include a plurality of first elongate members extending in a first direction, a plurality of second elongate members that extend laterally and substantially transversely to the first elongate members, and a plurality of self-furring ridges also extending laterally and substantially transversely to the first elongate members and substantially parallel to and interspersed with the second elongate members.

Abstract: A transition joint comprising: 1) a generally W-shaped central portion including first, second, third, and fourth legs; 2) a first vertical flange extending upwardly form the first leg of the W-shaped central portion; 3) a second vertical flange extending downwardly from the fourth leg of the W-shaped central portion; 4) a first transition zone or land between the first and second legs and a second transition zone between the third and fourth legs; 5) a longitudinal drip edge extending downward from the first transition zone; 6) a T-shaped stucco anchor extending downward from the fourth leg intermediate the second transition zone and the second vertical flange; and 7) a floor line alignment guide extending longitudinally along the first vertical flange. The floor line alignment guide provides accurate positioning of the transition joint with respect to a building in order to create proper clearance for runoff of rainwater and condensation and prevent infiltration of rainwater into the floor line.

Abstract: A foundation sill screed with a vertical flange having a top end and a bottom end and a thickness that is tapered from a minimum at the top end to a maximum at the bottom end. The foundation sill screed includes a first leg extending downwardly and outwardly from the bottom end of the vertical flange, a second leg extending downwardly and inwardly from the stucco ledge, and a lip extending downwardly and inwardly from the inwardly extending member. The foundation sill screed includes a floor line alignment guide extending longitudinally along the vertical flange to provide accurate positioning of the foundation sill screed with respect to the sill plate of a building in order to properly protect the sill plate against moisture penetration and pest infestation.