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This page illustrates the integration of code-compliance requirements and best practices for moisture control of frame wall assemblies (based on 2021 IRC).
In the Aug/Sept 2022 issue of Fine Homebuilding, Fernando Pagés Ruiz discusses how he omitted the OSB on this spec home to save money, while still making sure his build had reliable structural quality.
Fire safety and moisture protection are crucial to the creation of a wall assembly that is durable, safe, and code compliant. This new addition to the FACTS Sheet library outlines how using foam plastic insulating sheathing (FPIS) as continuous insulation (ci) for energy code compliance provides some key advantages to consider in these areas.
Energy conservation is the core value proposition of building insulation. The insulation industry delivers a product that cost-effectively optimizes the thermal performance of buildings with insulation materials that are safe to use and promote a clean, low-carbon emissions environment. This statement recognizes the great improvements that the insulation industry has made in reducing its carbon intensity and outlines a common direction and united messaging for the future of these efforts.
Originally presented by Jay Crandell, P.E. at the 2022 IIBEC International Convention & Tradeshow, this presentation reviews structural wind resistance and water-resistance research supporting various detailing options in the context of new provisions in the latest editions of the IBC and IRC.
This resource boils down the possibilities to “right-size” wall bracing for optimal wall designs that also make use of the many benefits and capabilities of FPIS. View the full FACTS Sheet Library.
This Quick Guide outlines a step-by-step process to ensure vinyl siding is properly specified and installed when applied over FPIS ci for a durable and code-compliant installation. View the full Quick Guide Library.