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Lay out the rigid foam sheathing joints so they do not align with the window and door edges

Lay out the rigid foam sheathing joints so they do not align with the window and door edges

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Rigid foam insulated sheathing placed exterior to house wrap, interior to house wrap, or take the place of the house wrap

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Proper flashing around windows is especially important when the rigid foam serves as the drainage plane in the wall

Proper flashing around windows is especially important when the rigid foam serves as the drainage plane in the wall

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With a quality installation, tape can last a long time

With a quality installation, tape can last a long time

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

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

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

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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.

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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Advanced Framing: Insulated Corners

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Guide describing how to frame and insulate corners to reduce heat losses and gains though structural framing.

Continuous Rigid Insulation Sheathing

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Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.