Builder's Guide to Mixed Climates: Details for Design and Construction

Lstiburek, Joseph

ISBN 10: 1561583758 ISBN 13: 9781561583751

Published by Brand: Taunton Press, 2000

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This manual shows the best techniques for energy and resource efficient residential construction in the mixed climates of North America. Lstiburek (a forensic engineer who heads Building Science Corp.in Massachusetts) discusses choosing the right insulation, heating systems, keeping heat in, air and moisture barriers, exterior wood priming, avoiding cold corners and plates, sealing air barriers, considering drainage planes behind siding, avoiding insulation gaps, and flashing window openings. Contains many diagrams. Spiral wire binding.

Synopsis: This manual shows the best techniques for energy and resource efficient residential construction in the mixed climates of North America. Lstiburek (a forensic engineer who heads Building Science Corp.in Massachusetts) discusses choosing the right insulation, heating systems, keeping heat in, air and moisture barriers, exterior wood priming, avoidin

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Title: Builder's Guide to Mixed Climates: Details ...
Publisher: Brand: Taunton Press
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: new