Continuous Insulation- Page 3 of 3
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Exterior Insulation over Masonry Cladding
The best way to insulate an old brick building is with a continuous exterior layer of rigid foam
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Solving an Ice Dam Problem With Exterior Rigid Foam
Eight inches of polyiso, a second layer of roof sheathing, and new shingles cost the same as a standing-seam roof without any insulation
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Vermont Addresses the 20+5 Wall Problem — Sort Of
The 2015 Vermont energy code tries to steer builders away from exterior rigid foam that is too thin
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Airport House: Walls and Insulation
An exterior layer or rigid foam insulation will reduce thermal bridging
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Thermal and Moisture Control Layers
Tips and tricks to choosing the continuous exterior insulation that fits the needs of the job
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Attaching Corner Trim on Walls With Rigid Foam
At outside corners, you’ll need to plan ahead by installing wide furring strips or 2x4s embedded in channels carved into the rigid foam
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How to Attach a Thick Layer of Exterior Insulation
A reader worried that extra-long screws will sag over time looks for an inexpensive and practical solution
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The Case for Continuous Insulation
Building codes now recognize the increasing use of exterior rigid foam insulation
