Spray Foam Insulation
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Introducing the InSoFast X-Bracket System
This method of installing continuous exterior insulation uses either spray foam or blown-in material over a patented bracketing system for a streamlined approach
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Fastening Porch Framing to a Wall with Exterior Insulation
A method for optimizing control layer continuity when transitioning from porch to house framing
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Double-Stud Walls with Zip System Sheathing
Does it make sense to use insulated sheathing with OSB in a cold climate?
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4th Annual Halloween Special
The Green Police shoot from the hip answering questions from the Brew Crew and live audience about today's building products and practices
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Cold-Climate Vapor Control
Contrary to the American IRC, the Canadian NBC allows only one method of vapor management to be used in a residential building
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Achieving Affordable High-Performance Homes
Using small-house design principles, prefabrication construction technologies, and strategically chosen high-performance building elements, a small neighborhood developer keeps costs below the median in his market
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Another Look at Spray Foam
From the development of blowing agents to post-installation field testing, expert Henri Fennell covers spray foam topics sure to be familiar as well as new terrain
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Residential Spray Foam Applications
Information aimed at getting spray foam installations right to optimize the product's properties
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Air-Sealing and Insulating an Existing Wall
What are the most effective air-sealing strategies and best insulation types for minimizing airflow through a north-facing wall?
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Building Mistakes to Avoid, Part 1
From missing flashing details to incomplete roof venting, understanding how things go wrong is a good initial step toward getting them right
