Walls & Openings -

Wall Structure

Guide describing how to frame and insulate corners to reduce heat losses and gains though structural framing.

Guide describing how to insulate headers over doors and windows to reduce heat loss and heat gain through solid wood framing.

Guide describing how to frame and insulate exterior-to-interior wall intersections to reduce heat losses and gains though structural framing.

Guide describing how to minimize framing around doors and windows to reduce heat losses and gains through structural framing.

Guide describing how to frame a wall with minimal wall studs to prevent heat losses and gains through walls.

Guide describing ways to air-seal an attached garage in new and existing homes.

Guide describing how to air-seal sill plates in single-family homes and multifamily buildings.

Guide describing how to correctly seal structural insulated panel (SIP) seams.

Guide describing how to avoid using wet materials and reduce moisture exposure in construction.

Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.

Guide describing construction and insulation techniques for double wall framing.

Guide describing the use of building cavities as supply or return ducts.

Guide describing how to install insulated concrete forms to block excessive heat loss and gain though structural framing.

Guide describing how to provide a continuous load path with appropriate connectors to improve the wind resistance of attached porches, carports, and decks during high-wind events.

Guide describing how to retrofit older solid masonry homes to withstand seismic activity while including energy efficient retrofits.

Guide describing how to install spray foam on the exterior of the existing home after framing over the existing siding.

Guide describing how to insulate the walls of an existing home with spray foam insulation.

This measure guides describes how to install structural insulated panels to block excessive heat loss and gain though structural framing.

Guide describing the need for adequate structural sheathing in exterior walls in homes in high-wind areas.

Guide describing how to construct the walls of a home with bracing to resist wind and earthquake loads.