Journal of Light Construction: The Basics of Fireblocking
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This article by Tim Uhler, although written in 2009, covers the areas in a house that need fire-blocking and how to properly install it. Since so many people on this site are interested inbuilding or remodeling their own homes, one area often overlooked is fire-blocking.
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