Slab Foundation
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Thermal Control in a Monolithic Slab
Placing a turn-down slab outside the conditioned space removes the thermal bridge
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Different Types of Insulated Slabs
Slabs with frostwalls, monolithic slabs, frost-protected slab foundations, and insulated raft slabs
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Concrete-Free Slabs
The benefits and detailing of slab assemblies that eliminate concrete
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Prefabricated Foam Forms for Slab Foundations
Developers look to Sweden for techniques on forming frost-protected slabs faster and with far less labor than conventional foundations
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Double-Stud Wall: Frost-Protected Slab
Editor's note: This detail not available in DWG format. Double-stud walls set on a frost-protected shallow foundation (FPSF) are an energy-efficient and affordable option for high-performance homes in cold climates.…
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Mid-Century Gem Revived in Austin
Just after World War II, Austin architect A.D. Stenger began designing and building what would amount to about 100 custom homes in the Austin area. These Eichler-esque single-story homes had…
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How to Finish Exterior Foundation Insulation
Options abound for covering up above-grade rigid foam insulation, including one that may surprise you
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Foundation Types
A Foundation Supports a House While Holding Back Moisture