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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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Assessing the Impact of Thickness of the Performance of Stucco Cladding

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Author(s)
Brown William C,
Dietrich Mike,
Latimer Mark
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Organization(s)
American Society of Heating,
American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers,
ASHRAE
Description
A report that evaluates the force it takes to crack stucco of various thicknesses.

EIFS - Problems and Solutions, BSD-146

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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Report on problems and solutions with EIFS stucco wall cladding systems.

EPA Region 8 Headquarters

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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
Brochure providing information on the design of the EPA Region 8 headquarters in Denver, CO.

Moisture, Mold and Construction Practices

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Author(s)
U.S. Gypsum Company
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Organization(s)
U.S. Gypsum Company
Description
Brochure discussing specific practices for mitigating moisture and mold during the construction process.