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Information sheet providing details on the vapor permeance of different types of materials used in building assemblies.

Report providing extensive guidance on controlling moisture in building envelopes through proper selection and installation on air, water, thermal, and vapor barriers.

Document covering basic moisture control principles in the design of above-grade building enclosures; driving rain as a moisture load on walls; a classification system of the various rain control strategies available for walls; and good design practises for walls.

Research study discussing how housewraps restrict or permit the passage of water molecules based on size, but cannot control the direction in which the water vapor molecules move.

Document with important building science considerations, designed for members of the residential construction and remodeling industries, as well as owners and managers who work in affordable housing.

This report will review, and summarize the current state of understanding and research into enclosures with higher thermal resistance, so-called “High-R Enclosures.” Recommendations are provided for further research.

Research study about key sustainability concepts, durability, energy efficiency and new flood resistant design.

Report covering the performance of residential buildings during three hurricanes impacting Florida in 2004.

The Builder's Guide provides the building industry with the latest and best practical information on how to apply building science principles to structures as systems in hot-humid climate regions.

Document providing guidance on water management concepts and applications for residential buildings.

Information sheet about groundwater control.

Article discussing indoor water management.

Information sheet providing information about vapor management in building assemblies.

Document providing information on basement insulation, air sealing and water management retrofits.