Water-Resistive Barriers

When it makes sense for inspections, extra protection, or sequencing demands, you can install a window before the WRB and still make it weathertight.

Use proper prep and flashing details to install weathertight windows before the water-resistive barrier goes on.

Joe Cook and Travis Brungardt detail the benefits of using the Slicker Max Rainscreen from Benjamin Obdyke to protect the siding of the FHB House.

Anvils, vapor control, subfloor air barriers, chimney inspections, and questions for home sellers.

A multilayered approach keeps water out of the house at this critical connection.

Travis Brungardt and Joe Cook of Catalyst Construction discuss the air control layer in an attached garage and how this space is integrated into the conditioned enclosure.

This straightforward method focuses on water management, air infiltration, and smooth operation.

In this special edition of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast, Patrick talks to engineer Neil Freidberg and builder Kyle Stumpenhorst about creating effective building envelopes.

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.

Keeping out air and water for the long haul requires using seam and flashing tape the right way.