Zip Sheathing
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A Fresh Look at Water-Resistive Barriers
Pay attention to installation details, and remember to include a rainscreen gap
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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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Variation on the Bonfiglioli Wall
Is this system the best choice to reduce thermal bridging?
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Air Barrier for a Vented Roof
A detail for transitioning between an interior smart vapor retarder and exterior wall sheathing
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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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Ensuring a Good Weather-Resistant Barrier
A few strategies for getting the tightest seal possible
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5 High-Performance Details
Architect Elizabeth DiSalvo shares a few of her preferred cold-climate construction details for foundations, walls, and roofs
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Combining Sheathing With a WRB and Air Barrier
How well do Zip and ForceField sheathing integrate a structural panel with bulk water and air management?
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Tips for Working with Zip Sheathing
Specify the right roofing underlayment, install flashing at the base of your walls, and include a rainscreen gap
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What Makes the ‘Best’ Air Barrier?
A builder weighs his many options for creating a durable air barrier in a high-performance house in Massachusetts
