WRBs
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Working with Self-Adhering WRBs
A rundown of reputable water-resistive barriers and tips for their successful installation
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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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A Low-Carbon Roof Retrofit
Wood-fiber board exterior roof insulation reduces air leakage, heating loads, and carbon emissions
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Building Walls Without Sheathing
A veteran builder considers high-performance walls that skip OSB and plywood
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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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Choosing an Air Barrier and a Housewrap
If Zip System sheathing is out of the running, what's the best way to air seal the exterior of walls?
