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Durable Solutions for Balconies and Decks

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Author(s)
Home Innovation Research Labs
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Organization(s)
HIRL
Description
Technical report describing design and construction methodologies for durable balconies and decks, focusing on proper sloping, flashing, drainage, and ventilation to mitigate moisture-related issues.

Thin Triple-Pane Windows: Coming Soon to a Hardware Store Near You!

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Author(s)
Gilbride Theresa L
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL
Description
Fact sheet poster describing the energy efficiency and comfort benefits of thin triple-pane windows as compared to standard triple-pane and double-pane windows.