Recent Articles
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Sheathing and WRB Choices: Plywood with an applied membrane or ZIP System?
Looking for the right combination of durability, permeability, and installation details
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The Best Wall for North Georgia
To evaluate an assembly, consider the four control layers, our expert writes
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Heating and Cooling With a Dual-Fuel Heat Pump System
What is the best size heat pump to use in combination with a new gas furnace?
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Salvaging Traditional Homes
Thanks to an international effort to preserve traditional Japanese homes called kominka, an old timber frame is rebuilt in Oregon
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Heat Pump Setup for a Small Home with Rental Unit
What is the best HVAC design to distribute conditioned air throughout attached but separate living spaces?
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Adding More Insulation to a Cathedral Ceiling
What’s the best way to increase the R-value of a vaulted ceiling?
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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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Retrofitting Basement Insulation
Given the existing conditions, what is the best assembly for a warm and dry basement?
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Pouring a Concrete Foundation in Cold Weather
How do you keep concrete warm when everything else is freezing?
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Dehumidifying with Stand-Alone Unit vs. Ducted System
Which approach promises the best return on investment?