Abstract: A drainable house wrap and method of making same includes a flexible weather-resistant sheet layer, and a plurality of raised spacers coupled to the sheet layer, wherein each spacer comprises at least a first strand overlapping a second strand, and wherein the plurality of raised spacers form at least one drainage path for the drainable house wrap.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mortar bed gauge device, system, and method that create a predetermined mortar bed thickness. The mortar bed gauge device includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments having indentations on a surface of the web. The mortar bed gauge system includes the web located between a substrate layer and a finish layer. The mortar bed gauge method includes supplying the web, laying the web onto the substrate layer, placing a mortar composition onto the web, and measuring the amount of composition being placed on the web by the thickness of the web.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a clip for securing a support channel in an acoustical ceiling mount and a building construction having a wall, flooring, or ceiling assembly that displays improved acoustic characteristics. The clip includes a body having a penetration-resistant base, a channel interface extending outwardly from a portion of the base configured to engage the support channel, and an opening in another portion of the base, a grommet engaged in the opening of the body, and an insert engaged in the grommet. The channel interface includes at least a first slot configured to receive a channel fastener to secure the support channel to the clip. The clip may be operatively coupled with a support channel and disposed in a building construction between the support channel and a finished interior element.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a clip for securing a support channel in an acoustical ceiling mount and a building construction having a wall, flooring, or ceiling assembly that displays improved acoustic characteristics. The clip includes a body having a penetration-resistant base, a channel interface extending outwardly from a portion of the base configured to engage the support channel, and an opening in another portion of the base, a grommet engaged in the opening of the body, and an insert engaged in the grommet. The channel interface includes at least a first slot configured to receive a channel fastener to secure the support channel to the clip. The clip may be operatively coupled with a support channel and disposed in a building construction between the support channel and a finished interior element.

Abstract: An uncoupling mat includes an uncoupling layer; a layer of adhesive underlying the uncoupling layer, the adhesive layer having a subfloor-bonding surface; and an entangled filament sheet overlying the uncoupling layer, the entangled filament sheet being a resilient three-dimensional web of extruded polymer monofilaments, the polymer monofilaments being heat welded at junctions to form an open network of tangled monofilament.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a protective mat and a method for protecting a floor from spillage, debris and/or scratches. The protective mat may also provide other advantages such as impact resistance and/or reduction of foot/leg fatigue. The protective mat includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments. The protective mat may further include a membrane. The membrane may be made of a liquid impermeable material. The method includes overlaying a portion of a floor with the protective mat.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a floor drainage and ventilation device, system, and method while further providing cushioning and resiliency. The floor drainage and ventilation device provided by the disclosure includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments. The floor drainage and ventilation system and method provided by the disclosure include a web of extruded polymer monofilaments between a substrate layer and a finish layer.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a roof ventilation system and method that provides ventilation for a roof while further providing simpler ventilation installation, prevention of ice dams, a non-slip surface to walk on, and a secondary membrane to prevent moisture intrusion into the living space or walls. The roof ventilation system provided by the invention includes vertical side walls having a top portion. A roof extends outwardly and beyond the vertical side walls. The roof has a top surface facing away from the vertical side walls. A web of extruded polymer monofilaments is secured to the top surface of the roof. The polymer monofilaments are heat welded at junctions to form a matrix of tangled monofilaments. The method for ventilating a roof of a building provided by the invention includes installing a web of extruded polymer monofilaments on a top surface of the roof.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a venting material that includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments covered by a screen. The polymer monofilaments are heat welded at junctions to form a matrix of tangled monofilaments. The web allows for direct pathways for ventilation without the issues of clogging or ice dams. The screen allows for air passage while providing a barrier for insects and other outside elements. The venting material may be included in a roof ventilation system between vertical side walls and a fascia of a building. The venting material may be installed between vertical side walls and a fascia of a building as a method for ventilating a roof of the building.

Abstract: A ridge vent comprising: (a) a first filter clothe layer extending along a predetermined width and a predetermined length; (b) a first entangled net layer extending along the predetermined width and the predetermined length; and, (c) a second entangled net layer operatively coupled to the first entangled net layer, the second entangled net layer extending along the predetermined length and a first portion and a second portion of the predetermined width so as to provide an air void in a widthwise direction within the second entangled net layer that extends along the predetermined length.

Abstract: An uncoupling mat includes an uncoupling layer; a layer of adhesive underlying the uncoupling layer, the adhesive layer having a subfloor-bonding surface; and an entangled filament sheet overlying the uncoupling layer, the entangled filament sheet being a resilient three-dimensional web of extruded polymer monofilaments, the polymer monofilaments being heat welded at junctions to form an open network of tangled monofilament.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mortar bed gauge device, system, and method that create a predetermined mortar bed thickness. The mortar bed gauge device includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments having indentations on a surface of the web. The mortar bed gauge system includes the web located between a substrate layer and a finish layer. The mortar bed gauge method includes supplying the web, laying the web onto the substrate layer, placing a mortar composition onto the web, and measuring the amount of composition being placed on the web by the thickness of the web.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a protective mat and a method for protecting a floor from spillage, debris and/or scratches. The protective mat may also provide other advantages such as impact resistance and/or reduction of foot/leg fatigue. The protective mat includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments. The protective mat may further include a membrane. The membrane may be made of a liquid impermeable material. The method includes overlaying a portion of a floor with the protective mat.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a floor drainage and ventilation device, system, and method while further providing cushioning and resiliency. The floor drainage and ventilation device provided by the disclosure includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments. The floor drainage and ventilation system and method provided by the disclosure include a web of extruded polymer monofilaments between a substrate layer and a finish layer.

Abstract: A polymeric matting article includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments, the polymer monofilaments being heat welded at junctions to form a matrix of tangled monofilament; and at least one pair of interlocking formations; wherein the web is configured to be foldable onto itself and secured in a folded position by engaging the interlocking formations.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a venting material that includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments covered by a screen. The polymer monofilaments are heat welded at junctions to form a matrix of tangled monofilaments. The web allows for direct pathways for ventilation without the issues of clogging or ice dams. The screen allows for air passage while providing a barrier for insects and other outside elements. The venting material may be included in a roof ventilation system between vertical side walls and a fascia of a building. The venting material may be installed between vertical side walls and a fascia of a building as a method for ventilating a roof of the building.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a roof ventilation system and method that provides ventilation for a roof while further providing simpler ventilation installation, prevention of ice dams, a non-slip surface to walk on, and a secondary membrane to prevent moisture intrusion into the living space or walls. The roof ventilation system provided by the invention includes vertical side walls having a top portion. A roof extends outwardly and beyond the vertical side walls. The roof has a top surface facing away from the vertical side walls. A web of extruded polymer monofilaments is secured to the top surface of the roof. The polymer monofilaments are heat welded at junctions to form a matrix of tangled monofilaments. The method for ventilating a roof of a building provided by the invention includes installing a web of extruded polymer monofilaments on a top surface of the roof.

Abstract: A unitary packaging device for packaging an article includes a resilient three-dimensional web of extruded polymer monofilaments, the polymer monofilaments being heat welded at junctions to form an open network of tangled monofilament, and the resilient three-dimensional web of extruded polymer monofilaments is configured to modify the contact area between the article and an exterior container.

Abstract: A polymeric matting article includes a web of extruded polymer monofilaments, the polymer monofilaments being heat welded at junctions to form a matrix of tangled monofilament; and at least one pair of interlocking formations; wherein the web is configured to be foldable onto itself and secured in a folded position by engaging the interlocking formations.

Abstract: A noise control flooring system includes a resilient layer of extruded polymer monofilaments and a porous separation layer overlying at least a portion of the resilient layer. The porous separation layer carries a floating solid substrate layer thereupon and enhances the speed of drying of the floating solid substrate layer.