Paul McCafferty

Paul is FunderMax's Technical Director. He has spent years in the construction industry and has a background in contracting.

What an Intertek Code Compliance Research Report is & Why it Matters

Fundermax has recently completed our Intertek CCRR for our commercial US exterior façade systems. Learn more about what that means and why it's important.

Using Phenolic Panels for a Perforated Design

Discover how perforated phenolic panels open the door to exciting, unique, & modern design while retaining all the high-performance benefits of HPL.

Why Fundermax’s Phenolic Panels Are Double-Sided

Fundermax offers double-sided phenolic panels - learn why that’s important and how it will help keep your clients happy.

Can You Paint Phenolic Panels?

Can you paint phenolic panels? You can, but you probably don’t want to, and you definitely don’t need to! Read on to find out why.

How Phenolic Panels Benefit Contractors

With so many panel options available, why should contractors choose HPL over another material? Learn the 4 key benefits of phenolic panels for contractors.

How Do They Make HPL Panels Out of Paper?

If you’ve heard that HPL has a kraft paper core, you’ve likely wondered, “What is kraft paper?” or “Does kraft paper swell?” Find out how this paper core really works!

Aluminum Composite Metal (or ACM) vs. Phenolic Panels

Architects researching exterior wall panels will benefit from this comparison of metal panels vs. phenolic panels. How do they measure up?

What is Embodied Carbon and Why is it Important?

Understanding embodied carbon vs operational carbon gives architects and designers new ways to create more sustainable, carbon-neutral designs.

Phenolic vs. Stainless Steel vs. HDPE Bathroom Partitions

When bathroom partitions have to meet high standards for function AND aesthetics, the material matters. See how these three popular options compare.

Key Factors to Consider When Installing Interior Wall Cladding

There are several important factors to consider when installing interior wall cladding. We’ve identified these seven aesthetic factors to start.

The Best Ways to Reclad Your Building

Rather than new builds or rebuilds, owners & architects leverage building recladding as a cost-saving, eco-friendly route to impactful building transformation.

What Is The Greyscale, and Why Is It Important?

Greyscale rating is an important differentiator in building materials, particularly wall cladding. Read about what it is & why it should matter to you.

What Makes the U.S. Fundermax Exterior Warranty Industry-Leading?

Do you know what to look for in an exterior cladding warranty? Discover 3 keys, plus what sets apart the industry-leading Fundermax exterior warranty.

Can You Use HPL Panels in a Curved Design?

A rising number of architects are leveraging the versatility of HPL. Here, we discuss considerations for using phenolic panels in a curved application.