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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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Brick Masonry Rain Screen Walls

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Author(s)
Brick Industry Association
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Organization(s)
BIA
Description
Document focusing on the design and wall components that contribute to a pressure equalized rain screen wall, including the frequency of the weep holes and other brick masonry rain screen wall requirements.

Understanding Air Barriers, BSD-104

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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Information sheet providing definitions, applications, and techniques for applying air barriers.

Understanding Basements, BSD-103

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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Information sheet with methods for constructing or retrofitting basements to reduce moisture issues.