Discussion Forum
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Interesting myth busting article from JLC
This came via email from JLC today. I thought it was interesting. http://www.jlconline.com/building-performance/why-energy-saving-tips-suck_o.aspx?utm_source=newsletter&utm_content=jump&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=JLCNL_073114&day=2014-07-31 There are still some good reasons for replacing windows. Just sayin...
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Blow-in insulation
I'm about to have a mess of additional insulation added to my attic area. There is already some old fiberglass that I intend to leave there. I believe that cellulose…
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Exterior foam over interior FG w/ foil face?
I've been planning on installing exterior 2" XPS over existing siding then adding a rainscreen. The existing 2x4 walls have foil faced fiberglass insulation already. Ideally I would remove the…
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Innie/Outie windows
We are in the process of remodeling our home and will be adding exterior foam then doing a rainscreen siding install. Because I'm comfortable with either of the so called innie…
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Exterior foam, WRB, & new siding in the PNW
I'm going to soon be doing a fairly extensive remodel to my home here in the PNW. It's zone 4-marine. Right now I'm drawing the plans to submit for my…
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UV Resistant WRB
I'm just about finished framing a new shop and am gearing up for the siding. I'll be doing a rainscreen affair: WRB over the plywood sheathing, 1/2" treated battens, then…
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Concrete slab: Fiber Reinforced or not?
I'm going to have a slab on grade done for my new shop. Its got radiant heat and 6-6 10-10 mesh. Thickness will be 4". There'll be no heavy vehicle…
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Buried cable lifespan
I'm having some electrical work done in an outbuilding at our recently purchased home. The work involves a service upgrade from one 200 amp service to one 320 amp that…
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Woodstove Advice and Experience Wanted
I'm in the PNW, 1700 sq. ft. ranch style house, electric heat pump with forced air, lot's of wood available, an area prone to power outages. Right now our house…
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Unpainted fiber cement siding
Is there a brand of fiber cement type paneling that can be left unpainted? I want the cement/concrete color/appearance. It should have a smooth texture. I'll be cutting it into…