Interior Foundation Wall Treatment

Hello everyone and thanks for reading. We’re early into our renovation of a 1900’s detached house in Toronto, Canada. We’re close to finishing an underpin, which includes exterior waterproofing and… Hello everyone and thanks for reading. We’re early into our...

Unvented Roof. Can I 100% of insulation above the roof?

I am building a new home with all cathedral ceilings and will have a well vented attic space to mitigate moisture and circulate air. I would like  100 % of… I am building a new home with all cathedral ceilings and will have a well vented attic space to mitigate...

How to install glass block in exterior walls?

Can anyone recommend online resources for detailing glass blocks in an exterior wall? I’ve found nothing detailed and useful.For example, how should the rough opening be prepped so that drainage … Can anyone recommend online resources for detailing glass blocks...

HELP! Am I Making a Fireproof Mold Sandwich?

I am an architectural designer working with my Principal on designing a new single-family home in the NY Finger lakes (Climate Zone 6A). The house is supposed to be low-maintenance,… I am an architectural designer working with my Principal on designing a new...

Attic Cathedral Conversion Insulation Layer Verification

Hi, I’m Austin. Been reading here for several years. I am Zone 4A, converting a peak attic in a cape cod style (containing HVAC) to cathedral ceiling to bring the… Hi, I’m Austin. Been reading here for several years. I am Zone 4A, converting a peak attic...
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