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Explore this extensive library of building science guidance including research reports from DOE’s Building America program as well as hundreds of other articles, fact sheets, webpages, and reference documents related to constructing and renovating homes.

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A Bridge Too Far, BSI-005

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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article describing thermal bridging, construction practices that encourage thermal bridging, and solutions.

Concrete Floor Problems, BSI-003

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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Information guide describing issues with concrete floors, in multiple climate zones.

Cut Batts to Fit Irregular Cavities

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Author(s)
Peeks Brady
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Organization(s)
Northwest Energy Works
Description
Job Process sheet for the manufactured housing industry showing how to cut insulation batts to fit wall cavities in a factory production environment.

Split and Notch Batts to Fit around Wires and Electrical Boxes

Publication Date
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Author(s)
Peeks Brady
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Organization(s)
Northwest Energy Works
Description
Job Process sheet for the manufactured housing industry showing how to split and notch insulation batts to fit around electrical boxes and wiring in a factory production environment.