Reference
Description
Report on the stability of furring strips as a means for cladding attachment over walls with thick exterior rigid insulation.
Guide
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Guide describing the design and installation considerations for recladding of above grade walls using insulated vinyl siding.
Guide
Description
Guide describing ways to seal drywall to the top plate of an exterior wall to air-seal the wall cavity.
Case Study
Description
Case study describing a stand-off furring strategy that minimizes the physical connections to each existing wall stud, uses spray foam to encapsulate existing siding materials (including lead paint), and creates a vented rain screen assembly to promote drying.
Guide
Description
Guide describing how to air-seal sill plates in single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
Reference
Description
Manual describing design, detailing, material selection and troubleshooting for plaster, IEFs, and drywall, with information on continuous insulation, air barriers, rain screens, and ratings for fire and sound.
Reference
Description
Report on problems and solutions with EIFS stucco wall cladding systems.
Case Study
Description
Case study describing a new construction building project of 20 homes that earned HERS scores that represent greater than 50% energy savings in heating and cooling over the 2004 IECC.
Case Study
Description
Case study describing new home construction in the marine climate that achieved 50% savings over the 2004 IECC.