Blogs- Page 55 of 586
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Another Look at Fiberboard Sheathing
An older building material, fiberboard sheathing can be a low-cost alternative to plywood and OSB in some applications
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Designing a House for a Hot Climate
Pay attention to roof details, window specifications, and duct system design
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The Physics of Air Pressure
Applying the laws of atmospheric air pressure to buildings
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Weatherizing a Boxed-Bay Window
A detail for ensuring continuity of the four control layers on a structurally complicated building component
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Climate Change and Indoor Air Quality
A look at the ways climate change impacts IAQ and strategies for adapting
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Coastal Home Buyers Are Ignoring Rising Flood Risks
Home buyers in Florida are unfazed by prospects of more frequent flooding.
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Ledger-Hung Floor System
A method for keeping the first floor close to grade
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Choosing the Right Air Barrier
A self-adhering membrane is 10 times the price of conventional housewrap. Is it worth the extra cost?
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Study Finds ‘Disturbing’ Pattern in Methane Leaks
More gas leaks are found in low-income areas with higher percentage of people of color
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Residential Post-and-Frame Construction, Part 4: Installing Windows
A lesson in flashing fixed- and casement-style windows to tie into the exterior WRB and the interior air barrier