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SIP Panel Attachment to Frame

Structural Insulated Panels (SIP) can create a strong, well-insulated, airtight, building envelope. They can, however, be unforgiving when it comes to moisture management. Most SIP dry slowly if or when they get wet, so back-vented claddings, robust flashing details, meticulous sealing of penetrations, and effective spot/whole house ventilation are all essential.

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Allow 1 1/2" nail or screw penetration into hardwood frames. For softwood frames, allow 2- 1/2" nail penetration or 1-1/2" screw penetration. Use 8" on center spacing at panel edges and 12" o.c. spacing where the midpoint of a panel rests on a framing member.

For more information on SIPs, see the Green Building Encyclopedia

For more information on SIP manufacturers

NOTE: The GBA SIP details consist of 90 pdfs. Currently, the details are not available as dwg files. These 90 details are copyrighted by Green Mountain Panel and included in the GBA Construction Detail Library with express permission from Green Mountain Panel. All of the SIP Details were drawn by Steve Baczek and reviewed by Peter Yost for Green Mountain Panel, the same team that developed all of the other GBA details.

To see the SIP details with the step-by-step installation procedures, download the Green Mountain Panel Installation Manual.

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