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Two Wingnuts Describe Their Backyard Tape Tests
In tests performed by Peter Yost and Dave Gauthier, Huber’s Zip System tape outlasts Siga Wigluv and Tescon Vana
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How to Insulate an Attic Floor
If you’re building a new home, remember to seal the air leaks before you insulate
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Plan Ahead For Insulation
Important decisions shouldn’t be left to the last minute
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All About Indoor Air Quality
Which materials, substances, and practices are important to keep your indoor air fresh and healthy?
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Tales From Armenia
Builders who volunteer overseas reap many rewards
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Combining Exterior Rigid Foam With Fluffy Insulation
Figuring out how thick your rigid foam layer needs to be can be tricky
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How to Design a Wall
Common-sense advice for people who can’t decide how to build their walls
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Insulating Walls in an Old House With No Sheathing
You’ll need to create an air space behind the siding before you insulate between the studs
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Choosing Rigid Foam
Knowing when to use polyisocyanurate, expanded polystyrene, and extruded polystyrene
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Smart Vapor Retarders for Walls and Roofs
Can a smart vapor retarder be used to make an otherwise risky assembly safe?