Water-resistive Barrier
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Choosing the Right Air Barrier
A self-adhering membrane is 10 times the price of conventional housewrap. Is it worth the extra cost?
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Residential Post-and-Frame Construction, Part 3: Installing a WRB
Atypical framing, no continuous sheathing, and cold temperatures make installing a water-resistive barrier challenging
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Study Finds OSB Sheathing Not a Reliable Air Barrier
The findings have broad implications for builders trying to meet stringent building-performance standards
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Liquid-Applied Water-Resistive Barriers
Some pros and cons of this alternative to mechanically fastened WRBs and a look at popular products
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Choosing a Mechanically Fastened WRB
Tyvek is the most well know house wrap, but there are lots of other options to consider
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Wrinkled Housewrap Behind Exterior Rigid Foam
If you install housewrap between exterior rigid foam and wall sheathing, does the housewrap need to be one of the wrinkled or dimpled products?
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My Windows Were Installed Incorrectly. Now What?
Should the windows be removed and reinstalled?
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Urban Rustic: Air Sealing the Exterior Sheathing
Taping the seams on Zip System sheathing creates both a water-resistive barrier and an air barrier
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Can Your Water-Resistive Barrier Take UV Exposure?
A recent report shows alarming degradation of water resistance in some WRBs after exposure to ultraviolet radiation
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Choosing the Right Water-Resistive Barrier
Are there times when a rubberized asphalt membrane makes more sense than ordinary plastic housewrap?