Paul McCafferty

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

Benefits of HPL Cladding in Interior High-Traffic Areas

In any given interior project, architects typically have a wide variety of interior wall paneling options from which to choose. For high-traffic spaces like schools, airports, and public restrooms, the option of a phenolic wall panel system (also...

Factors That Affect the Install Costs of Phenolic Panels

Choosing the right material for a project is essential, and in the case of high-traffic areas, the long-term value of the investment is generally the higher priority.

Panel Yield: How To Get The Most Out of Your Project Budget

Material optimization plays a significant role in controlling the budget for any construction project. As the percentage of material waste goes up, so does the amount of wasted budget, not to mention the impact of construction waste on the...

Key Factors to Consider When Installing Exterior Wall Cladding

Every exterior panel application is unique with its own advantages, such as our authentic panels. Although, they all still remain consistent with the need for durability. Knowing how to install exterior wall cladding to best suit your project...

What Are The Different Types of Rainscreen Façade Systems?

An important factor many architects account for when designing a building is weather resistance.

Different Applications of Exterior & Interior Phenolic Panels

Phenolic panels are among the most newly innovative architectural products available today with an anticipated trajectory path to rise within the market. Industries like construction, education, laboratory, transportation, and defense are choosing...

Why Testing & Code Compliance is Crucial for HPL Panels

From the beginning, our founder Karl Funder, innovated with safety in mind. That’s why testing and code compliance remain a top priority for our teams today. "Fundermax has always set an example for market education regarding the various technical...