Kitchen or Bath Existing Space
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Running Bath Fans to Control Humidity
To know whether bath fans will help or hinder, compare the indoor and outdoor dew points
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Venting Bathroom Exhaust Air
Never terminate bathroom exhaust ducts in an attic, where added humidity can lead to mold issues and expensive repairs
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Choosing the Right Range Hood Makeup Air System
First know the basics, then consider all the factors that go into a good makeup air system. Then install a modest-size range hood with the right capacity.
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Hot Water Distribution Retrofit
Cutting the length and diameter of three plumbing lines results in huge savings in wasted water and wait time
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Sourcing Healthy Cabinets
A guide for designers, builders, and homeowners looking for cabinets that are good for people and planet
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Makeup Air for Kitchen Exhaust
What the code does and doesn't say about kitchen exhaust and makeup air and how to prevent backdrafting of certain combustion appliances
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What’s the Most Durable Grout?
GBA’s technical director, a former remodeler with modest tile experience, wonders why more people aren't using polyurethane grout
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USG EcoSmart Gypsum Wallboard
Manufactured with less water and lower CO2 emissions—what’s a green builder not to love?
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