New StoGuard Tape Enhances Waterproofing/Air Barrier Protection for Rough Openings, Sheathing JointsInnovations in Waterproofing/Air Barriers from Sto Corp

ATLANTA - (July 23 2007) Sto Corp., the innovative world leader in cladding, coating, and restoration systems, introduces StoGuard Tape, a self-adhering waterproof air barrier material for multiple substrates that adds additional solutions to the StoGuard Waterproofing/Air Barrier system. It is composed of spunbond polyester fabric laminated to rubberized asphalt adhesive that strengthens the material while providing a surface to which most coatings will bond. In addition, the rubberized asphalt adhesive provides a waterproof membrane that sticks to most clean, dry, smooth surfaces, including prepared concrete and concrete masonry, plywood and OSB sheathings, DensGlass Gold®, gypsum sheathing, cement board, asphalt saturated felt and most housewraps.

Innovations in Waterproofing/Air Barriers from Sto Corp

StoGuard Tape is designed to be used on above grade vertical wall surfaces as:

*Rough opening protection at windows, doors, and other openings
*Waterproofing and air barrier for sheathing joints
*Waterproofing and air barrier for minor cracks in concrete and CMU wall construction
*Secondary seal behind sealant joints
*Air barrier connection material at dissimilar materials

The addition of the StoGuard Tape is another innovation for the StoGuard line," said Lisa Petsko, Sto product manager. "It not only allows contractors to ensure a total coverage, including a comprehensive moisture protection warranty, but provides one source for the entire assembly and gives owners the peace of mind they come to expect from Sto."

About Sto Corp.
Sto Corp., based in Atlanta, Georgia, is an innovative world leader and producer of a broad range of versatile cladding and coating systems for building construction, maintenance and restoration. Sto Corp. is ISO 9001 certified and operates production plants strategically located to serve more than 200 distributor shipping locations across North America. At research and development laboratories in the U.S. and Europe, Sto continues to revolutionize the industry with the highest quality products and application technology.

For more information, visit www.stocorp.com or call toll free (800) 221-2397 or (404 ) 346-0755.