Insulation (general)- Page 6 of 12
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Air Leaks in Existing Homes
An overview of the common places where houses leak air and compromise performance
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Extruded Polystyrene Insulation with Low Global Warming Potential
After years of federal inaction, three manufacturers have brought low-GWP XPS to the market
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Framing for Superinsulation
Ben Bogie introduces us to a high-performance build and explains some of the air-sealing and framing details used to superinsulate this unique wall and roof assembly.
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A New Vinyl-Laminated Exterior Foam Foundation Insulation
Lessons learned from working with FoundationPRO to insulate foundation walls from the outside
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Closed-Cell Spray Foam for Sub-Slab Insulation
The pros and cons of using CCSF under a concrete slab
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Benefits of Building with ICFs
Builder Josh Salinger explains how and why he's creating the foundation for this new energy-efficient home out of insulated concrete forms.
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The Ratio Rule for Hybrid Roof Insulation
Ensuring the right combination of R-values above and below a roof deck
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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
