Cellulose Insulation- Page 3 of 4
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How To Get a Double-Stud Wall Right
Five principles to ensure the success of this cold-climate high-performance wall assembly
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Venting a Low-Slope Roof
A retrofit to correct blocked rafter cavities that inhibit proper ventilation
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Vapor Retarders and Air Barriers in High-Performance Homes
Building envelope details to minimize air leakage for energy-efficient foundation, wall, and roof assemblies
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Does Poorly Installed Insulation Decrease R-Value?
Yes, and here's some guidance on just how much R-Value can be impacted by shoddy insulation work
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Conditioned Space Meets Unconditioned Garage, Part II
A floor assembly that ensures a continuous air barrier, thermal comfort, and humidity control in a room above a garage
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Choosing Low-Carbon Insulation
Make informed selections based on more than R-value
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Insulation Retrofit for an Existing Concrete Slab and 2×4 Walls
Rather than scrapping what's there, enhance and detail it to improve performance
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The Benefit of Larsen Trusses
Adding depth to exterior walls is a smart way to add lots of insulation
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Ducts in an Unconditioned Attic
The best place for ductwork is inside the thermal boundary of the house, not in an unconditioned, vented attic
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Positioning Control Layers in a Cantilevered Floor Assembly
As long as the span is 24 inches or under, this is a fairly straightforward detail
