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This technique for installing electrical wiring avoids the need to cut into the SIP panel

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Install a housewrap drainage plane between the SIP panels and the exterior cladding

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Two layers of XPS are installed with staggered seams over a liquid-applied membrane on the structural sheathing

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Use flashing tape to seal around any pipes or vents that penetrate through the foam

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After installing the house wrap over the SIPS, window flashing is installed

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A surface spline reduces thermal bridging much more than a structural spline at SIP panel seams

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A structural spline made of a solid 2x is used where needed to meet structural load requirements at SIP panel seams

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Wrong – Either this tape was not pressed down firmly or the surface was wet or dirty so the tape is not sticking properly even during construction.

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Preventing Thermal Bypass

Case Study

Case study describing techniques used to prevent thermal bypass in new homes.

Advanced framing showing open headers

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Form a sheet metal shield around the flue pipe

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Split and Notch Batts to Fit around Wires and Electrical Boxes

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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.

Right - Furring strips were installed with blocking to allow adequate room for 4 inches of mineral wool.

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Rigid foam wraps this cantilevered balcony slab to provide a thermal break between the interior and exterior on this multifamily building

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Form sheet metal shield around pipe keeping 3-inch clearance

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Air Sealing Bathroom and Kitchen Exhaust Fans

Guide

Guide describing how to air-seal bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans.

Install wood framing cross pieces in the attic rafter bays on each side of the duct chase

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Home Performance Assessment

Information Guide

Information guide describing how to apply a whole-house approach to home improvement with energy efficiency upgrades, improved indoor air quality, and increased comfort.

Plaster and Drywall Assemblies Manual

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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.

Install wood framing cross pieces in the attic rafter bays on each side of the duct chase

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Energy Efficient Log Cabin Construction Workshop

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Video describing log cabin wall construction and insulation in Alaska.

Mastic Home Exteriors Installation Guide

Reference

Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.

Utilities are commonly recessed into cutouts in the foam after concrete has been poured

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Install the starter strip for the vinyl siding along a chalk line

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This kneewall has no top plate and the resulting gap provides a wide-open pathway for air and vapor to travel between the living space and the attic

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Right: All joints in the rigid foam are taped to keep stucco out of joints for even drying. Mesh tape (shown here) is used with expanded polystyrene (EPS); acrylic sheathing tape or self-adhered membrane is used with XPS

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This technique for installing electrical wiring avoids the need to cut into the SIP panel

Install a housewrap drainage plane between the SIP panels and the exterior cladding

Two layers of XPS are installed with staggered seams over a liquid-applied membrane on the structural sheathing

Use flashing tape to seal around any pipes or vents that penetrate through the foam

After installing the house wrap over the SIPS, window flashing is installed

A surface spline reduces thermal bridging much more than a structural spline at SIP panel seams

A structural spline made of a solid 2x is used where needed to meet structural load requirements at SIP panel seams

Wrong – Either this tape was not pressed down firmly or the surface was wet or dirty so the tape is not sticking properly even during construction.

Technology Solutions Case Study: Preventing Thermal Bypass

Advanced framing showing open headers

Form a sheet metal shield around the flue pipe

Split and Notch Batts to Fit around Wires and Electrical Boxes

Right - Furring strips were installed with blocking to allow adequate room for 4 inches of mineral wool.

Rigid foam wraps this cantilevered balcony slab to provide a thermal break between the interior and exterior on this multifamily building

Form sheet metal shield around pipe keeping 3-inch clearance

Air Sealing Bathroom and Kitchen Exhaust Fans

Install wood framing cross pieces in the attic rafter bays on each side of the duct chase

Home Performance Assessment

Plaster and Drywall Assemblies Manual

Install wood framing cross pieces in the attic rafter bays on each side of the duct chase

Energy Efficient Log Cabin Construction Workshop

Mastic Home Exteriors Installation Guide

Utilities are commonly recessed into cutouts in the foam after concrete has been poured

Install the starter strip for the vinyl siding along a chalk line

This kneewall has no top plate and the resulting gap provides a wide-open pathway for air and vapor to travel between the living space and the attic

Right: All joints in the rigid foam are taped to keep stucco out of joints for even drying. Mesh tape (shown here) is used with expanded polystyrene (EPS); acrylic sheathing tape or self-adhered membrane is used with XPS

gutters and good drainage

Floor Above Garage

EIFS - Problems and Solutions, BSD-146

Wrong – No top plate was installed.