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Publication Review

Title: Wall Insulation: Provide moisture control and insulation in wall systems
Author: U. S. Department of Energy, 2000
File: Free Guide, PDF 764 KB, 4 pages
Audience: Written for architects, builders and homeowners with minimal to some understanding of insulation issues.

Review
Brief description of the issues and strategies surrounding wall insulation and effective framed wall systems.

Issues covered include:

• keys to an effective wall system
• air sealing
• moisture control
• advanced framing techniques (OVE)
• wall insulation types
• effective insulation steps
• vapor barrier placement
  

Detail drawings include:

• diagram of water management issues
• insulated headers details
• let-in bracing diagram
• wall corner framing allowing for insulation
• vapor barrier placement map
• insulated framed wall and rim diagram

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