Fluid-Applied Sealants—the Future in Moisture Protection?
For some home builders, tape or caulk just isn’t good enough to ensure moisture protection
Zip System Roof Assembly Stays Dry in Hurricane Conditions
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Building a Custom Home With Safety and Energy Efficiency in Mind
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Report on Tennessee Tornadoes Finds Homes With Little Updraft Resistance
A new report by the Structural Extreme Events Reconnaissance network (SEER) highlights inadequacies…
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Framing + Building Envelope
How to Frame Walls That Combat Moisture
A pair of recent research studies reveal best practices—and a new assembly sequence—to combat moisture in framed walls
Indoor Air Quality
For Better Indoor Air Quality: Build Tight and Ventilate Right
Buildings need to dry and people need to breathe. Good air sealing aids both
Housewrap
9 Housewraps That Block Air But Allow Water Vapor to Escape
After decades of trying to tighten the building envelope, housewrap and weather barrier manufacturers are looking to let in some breeze to dry out
Insulation
Builder Benefits: The Case For a Predictable Building Envelope
A home’s building envelope serves multiple purposes that offer several benefits to homeowners. Shouldn’t the insulation a builder works with do the same for them?
Framing + Building Envelope
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Construction Quality
Trouble-Free Flashing for Brick Veneer
Air space isn't enough to prevent water problems in a brick veneer wall
Indoor Air Quality
Building Garages That Are Airtight
Garages are a difficult area to correctly detail, but also one of the most important
Moisture Management
Building Envelope Solutions for Moisture Management
Modern building assemblies are less tolerant of design and installation flaws, which requires that today’s homes be better designed and built
Building Envelope
Some Leaks Matter More Than Others
Owens Corning research quantifies leakage rates for 17 common house joints and openings
Building Envelope
Exclusive Research: The Building Envelope
Builders weigh in on their preferred materials and methods for the interior-exterior barrier that plays a critical role in delivering comfort, energy efficiency, and durability
