Discussion Forum
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SIPS cold roof?
Read the recent FH article on SIP's construction and saw the details for a ventilated roof. I'm wondering why the need for the ventilation. Isn't the primary reason for ventilating…
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Faux stone porch post bases
Will be building a porch as part of new construction this summer that will have two large posts supporting a portion of the roof. What's the best way to make…
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Thermo mass foundation
Anyone have experience with a thermomass foundation system? I was researching poured concrete foundations and was shown a system called thermomass. It uses conventional forms but has a core of…
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Hybrid heating system on the cheap
Building a new home this spring... Cape, full basement (1450 sf), loft area over 1/2 of first floor using SIP's, located in Minnesota. To get the best heating for the…
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Treated SIP foundation panels
Anyone have experience with using treated foundation SIP's? How do they hold up in the long run? Are they strong enough for a full height basement surrounded by clay? Any…