Best Practices
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Hidden Risks of Cleaning a Paintbrush
Research seems skimpy, but think twice about washing paint brushes and rollers out in the sink
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How to Reduce Refrigerant Leaks from Heat Pumps
Comprehensive testing is a critical component of a leak-prevention strategy. Here are four tests to run during the installation period.
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High-Performance Building Enclosures
Invest in a sound envelope by making smart design choices and prioritizing control layers
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Materials Matter
The products you choose, how you work with them, and how you put them together are all important to achieving “green” outcomes
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Simple Forms Are Key to High-Performance Homes
Peter and Ann expand on their shared belief that keeping things simple is always the best approach
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Why the Floor Plan Matters
With savvy programming, double-duty details can be used to minimize excess square footage and our design choices can be weighed against environmental impacts
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Setting Priorities at the Start of a Project
Pete and Ann explain their most worthy goals for green building projects
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Straightforward Air Sealing Strategies
Follow these simple steps to get ready for code-required blower door testing and you'll probably do better than the code requires
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Best Practices for Dry, Healthy Basements
To avoid water problems and comfort issues down the road, build your basement right the first time
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Keeping Ducts Where They Belong
With slab-on-grade construction growing in popularity, it's increasingly difficult to determine how to run ducts for heating and cooling
