Building Construction Plastics

Durable and weather-resistant plastics for roofing, doors, and other construction applications. (NAICS 2361, 2362, 237990)

The construction industry is the second largest consumer of plastics, surpassed only by packaging. Plastics are essential materials in the construction of buildings and are used in everything from pipes, valves, and fittings to electrical components and decorative elements. Plastics help reduce the overall weight of a structure's environmental footprint and can even help reduce energy and maintenance costs. Lighter and in some cases stronger than metal, plastics are often chemical- and corrosion-resistant, which gives them an advantage over metal in outdoor applications.

Properties

Strong and durable
Impact resistant
Lightweight
Weather resistant
Good insulating properties

Applications

Roofing for patios, canopies, decks
Insulation
Electrical components
Piping
Seals and gaskets
Construction machinery components

Industries

Residential building construction
Commercial building construction
Architecture
Interior Design

Building Construction Materials Overview

What plastic materials are used in building construction?

From roofing to windows, doors, and piping, plastics are used in many aspects of building construction.

Pipes and Fittings: Plastic pipes made from PVC and HDPE are widely used for plumbing, drainage, and irrigation systems. Plastic fittings, including couplings, elbows, and connectors, are used to join and redirect pipes.

Roofing Materials: Plastic materials like polycarbonate sheets and PVC membranes are used for roofing applications. These materials offer durability, light transmission, weather resistance, and insulation properties.

Insulation: Plastic foam boards see use as thermal and sound insulation in walls, roofs, and floors. Polyurethane spray foam insulation is also used for insulating cavities and gaps.

Windows and Doors: PVC is a common material used for window frames and door profiles. It offers good insulation, durability, and low maintenance requirements. Plastic films or laminates may be used for window glazing.

Interior Fixtures and Finishes: Plastics are used for multiple interior applications, including wall panels, ceiling tiles, flooring materials (such as vinyl and laminate), countertops, and decorative trim.

Electrical Components: Plastic materials are used for electrical boxes, conduits, cable trays, and wiring accessories due to their electrical insulation properties and ease of installation.

Plastics for construction applications fall under NAICS code #236115, 236116, 236210, 236220, and 237990 as well as SIC code #1629.

Building Construction Materials Resources & PDFs

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Ethyl acrylate, CAS 140-88-5, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Acrylonitrile, CAS 107-13-1, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including N,N-Dimethylformamide, CAS 68-12-2, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including METHYLPYRROLIDONE, CAS 872-50-4, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including 1,3-Butadiene, CAS 106-99-0, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Styrene, CAS 100-42-5, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Bisphenol A, CAS 80-05-7, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Polyvinyl Chloride, CAS 9002-86-2, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

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