Video
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Video describing traditional 2x4 16 inch on center framing versus advanced framing with 2x6 stud walls at 24 inch on center, insulated corners and headers, wall stud-ceiling joist alignment, etc. providing a strong wall with more room for insulation.
Reference
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A book about structurally insulated panels.
Case Study
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Case study describing the design and testing of 10 high-performance homes in Farmington, Connecticut.
Video
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Video describing roof and attic construction for cold climates, including cathedral roof design and insulation strategies, from Cold Climate Housing Research Center.
Case Study
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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.
Case Study
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Case study describing a new home construction project in Florida.
Reference
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Report considers a number of promising wall systems that can meet the requirement for better thermal control.
Case Study
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Case study describing new home construction in the hot-humid climate, optimizing thermal enclosure, HVAC, water heating and lighting measures.
Guide
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Guide describing construction and insulation techniques for double wall framing.
Guide
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Guide describing a method to modify the existing sash of a window to accept new double (or triple), low-E coated, insulated glass units.
Guide
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Guide describing how to install spray foam on the exterior of the existing home after framing over the existing siding.
Guide
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Guide describing how to construct the walls of a home with bracing to resist high wind and earthquake loads.