Continuous Insulation- Page 2 of 3
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Continuous Insulation, Part 2
An overview of the products most commonly used for exterior insulation and considerations for detailing this type of wall assembly
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Continuous Insulation, Part 1
A look at the 2021 IRC prescriptive path to continuous insulation and its benefits
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How to Talk to Contractors About Exterior Insulation
Information and resources to share with general contractors to convey the value of "outsulation"
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Installing Rigid Foam Above Roof Sheathing
An updated look at roof assemblies that include a continuous layer of exterior insulation
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Thermal Bridging on a Brick Building
A layer of rigid foam has been left out. What now, and who pays?
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Building a Budget-Friendly Unvented Cathedral Roof
To lower the cost of roof insulation, plan ahead
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Persistent Worries About Exterior Rigid Foam
Why do some builders foresee problems for foam-sheathed walls?
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Five Rules for Wall Design
A few principles to guide designers of high-performance homes
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Urban Rustic: Exterior Insulation and a Rainscreen
Despite some complexities, continuous insulation on the exterior seemed like the best option
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The Viability of ThermalBuck
Is ThermalBuck a face-sealed or a water-managed window installation system — or a little of both?
