Comments on the benefits of tighter house construction and gives a summary of the current tightness levels of the US housing stocks, based on a 300-house survey of infiltration measurements. Looks at 2 case studies of energy-efficient houses both for the details of their construction and for the air quality in the finished houses. Presents a set of drawing details that illustrate specific techniques for reducing infiltration. Includes methods of weatherstripping doors and windows, caulking and sealing, possible leakage points, and installing vapour barriers.
Guidelines for infiltration reductions in light-frame structures.
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Year:
1981
Bibliographic info:
Forest Products Research Society "Performance of Light-frame Strucures" Denver USA September 22-24 1981