Thermal Bridging
What is Thermal Bridging? Any break in the thermal continuity of the building envelope. Thermal bridging is when materials that conduct heat – typically with low thermal mass- pass through the building envelope and transfer heat and cold through those elements both in and out of the building, effectively bypassing the building’s thermal envelope. […]
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Understanding the Key Differences Between Air Barriers, Water Barriers, and Vapor Barriers in Building Construction
Keeping water out of your building or cabin is not as easy as you think. When thinking about the construction process some may think enclosing the building with sheathing, adding “building wrap” and then siding is enough. Making this assumption is a big mistake. There are three main types of barriers that should be considered […]
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Window Detail
Cabin, Laksvatn, Norway. This unique window and wall detail shows how a window system can be incorporated into the siding and structure of the building using glazing outside of a standard frame. The window opening from the interior has a seamless sill and header, framing the view with little transition. Sealing the glazing will be crucial […]
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