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Cavity insulation is used within the wood- or metal-framed wall, while rigid continuous insulation (c.i.) is placed on the exterior side of the framing.
Rigid board insulation (foam plastic) is an effective draft stop and also increases the R-value of the attic kneewall if installed on the attic side of the kneewall, replacing the need for separate dr...
Cavity insulation is insulation installed in the cavities between structural members, such as wood studs, metal framing, and Z-clips.
The home designer has an increasing array of insulation products from which to choose to insulate wood-framed walls. The wide variety of insulation materials often makes it difficult to determine the ...
This article is based on questions regarding Crawlspaces asked during the May REScheck Webcast as well as questions received through email.
Installing Windows with Foam Sheathing on a Wood-Frame Wall.
Residential housing design continues to move toward the development of high-performance sustainable building systems. To be sustainable, a building must not only be efficient and durable but also econ...
Some basement walls may have different insulation levels on different parts of the wall.
This article is based on questions regarding Basements asked during the May REScheck Webcast as well as questions received through email.