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Air sealing behind shower with cavity rigid insulation

Air sealing behind shower with cavity rigid insulation

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Air sealing behind tub with cavity rigid insulation

Air sealing behind tub with cavity rigid insulation

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Moisture-resistant rigid foam insulation was installed to provide a continuous air and thermal barrier behind the tub-shower insert.

Moisture-resistant rigid foam insulation was installed to provide a continuous air and thermal barrier behind the tub-shower insert.

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This builder installs spray foam in exterior wall cavities where tubs and showers will be installed to air seal and insulate the exterior wall.

This builder installs spray foam in exterior wall cavities where tubs and showers will be installed to air seal and insulate the exterior wall.

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Walls Behind Showers and Tubs (1)

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Video describing how to properly insulate walls behind showers and tubs.

Walls Behind Showers and Tubs (3)

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Video describing how to properly insulate walls behind showers and tubs.

Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: David Weekley Homes, Houston, Texas

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Case study describing new home construction in the hot-humid climate, optimizing thermal enclosure, HVAC, water heating and lighting measures.

Air sealing behind shower with thin-profile sheathing

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Air sealing at corner vertical bathtub chase

Air sealing at corner vertical bathtub chase

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Air sealing behind tub with thin-profile sheathing - section

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