This manual shows the best techniques for energy and resource efficient residential construction in the mixed climates of North America. Lstiburek (a forensic engineer who heads Building Science Corp.in Massachusetts) discusses choosing the right insulation, heating systems, keeping heat in, air and moisture barriers, exterior wood priming, avoiding cold corners and plates, sealing air barriers, considering drainage planes behind siding, avoiding insulation gaps, and flashing window openings. Contains many diagrams. Spiral wire binding.
- ISBN10 1561583758
- ISBN13 9781561583751
- Publish Date 3 February 2000
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 18 December 2011
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Taunton Press Inc
- Format Paperback
- Pages 352
- Language English