WRB & Flashing

October 23, 2020

Updated: December 7, 2023

Walls that can drain and dry last a lot longer than walls that stay wet. An air gap between the siding and sheathing lets both dry independently.

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Jobsite Handbooks

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November 10, 2023

WRB and House Wrap Installation Guide

House wraps and weather barriers can play a critical role in a high-performance wall assembly. In fact, some people consider the WRB to be a BFD.

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Jobsite Handbooks

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Sponsor Content

October 28, 2023

Updated: November 17, 2023

The CREEP Test: Acrylic Adhesive vs. Butyl Adhesive

Comparing adhesive types for construction tapes, flashings, and WRBs

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October 17, 2023

Updated: November 2, 2023

Adsorption: The Fourth State of Water (7 Minutes of BS)

Dr. Joe Lstiburek explains the fourth state of water: ADSORPED water, with a D. It exists on surfaces as tiny monolayers that fill pores and cause mold. It also explains why expansive soils expand.

September 22, 2023

Replace An Entry Door, Part 1: Remove Old Door and Prep Rough Opening

This front door with built-in levels installs fast, and the composite frame means it will long last

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August 19, 2023

Updated: August 21, 2023

Retrofitting Tyvek on a House with Existing Windows (ptc@home part 2)

Integrating a new WRB with existing windows keeps the water- and air-control layers continuous

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August 11, 2023

Welcome to ptc@home Overview

Replacing the siding is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to upgrade the energy performance of a home

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Siding & Exterior Trim

June 9, 2023

Updated: June 27, 2023

Building Resilience (9): A Redundant Water Management Strategy

Two WRBs and two rain screen systems accommodate two types of wall cladding

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June 2, 2023

Updated: June 27, 2023

Building Resilience (8): All That Glass

First-time installing stackable sliders, a bifold window, and triple-glazed casement windows are fastened through the frames: OA makes the mistakes, so you don't have to!

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May 28, 2023

Updated: December 5, 2023

Replacing a 30-Year Old Replacement Window in a 100-Year-Old Wall That Was Upgraded With Exterior Foam Insulation 25 Years Ago

Protradecraft traveled to the home of Building Science Corporation founders Betsy Pettit and Joseph Lstiburek, aka Dr. Joe, to film a replacement window replacement scenario not seen very often.

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