Thermal bridge/ Discussions

Is there thermal bridging in the Edelweiss REMOTE wall?

...thermalbridging. Did the software analysis however prove that this indirect degree ofthermalbridging is so elongated (from outer screw through inner strappin...

Posted by David Pantalone Feb. 9, 2020, 4:42 p.m. Wall assemblies - new construction 1 Responses

What is the best way to stop thermal bridging between my ICF block construction walls and my footing?

...thermalbridging into the concrete core of the wall allowing energy stored in thethermalmass to bleed into the soil below. This is one of the problems with bu...

Posted by Walter van den Broek Sept. 18, 2020, 11:23 a.m. Foundation choices 1 Responses

In ICF Construction, what is a good thermal break solution at a door threshold?

...thermalbridging when building with ICF? I really like the Legalett Thermasill product, but it looks to have a proprietary design that only fits with their slab...

Posted by Shaun B Sept. 13, 2020, 6:31 a.m. Slab on Grade 3 Responses

Combo structural sheathing, WRB and thin insulation panel in Ontario?

...thermalbridging, and 3) the elimination of the time and cost associated with a house-wrap. However I am unable to locate any retail sources in Ontario or any...

Posted by Steve Bull Jan. 14, 2020, 6:06 p.m. Walls and Roofs 3 Responses

Is Condensation on Windows a bad sign?

Since the recent cold snap our double glazed windows are running with water, every morning it's all over the window sills, running down the wall - in the bathr...

Posted by Greg Olmstead Dec. 12, 2019, 6:21 a.m. Walls and Roofs 1 Responses

添加外保温时框窗开口的最佳方式是什么?

...thermal通过粗糙的开口,他们最好在里面设置一点。You can see athermalimage of heat loss through windows on this page. And have yo...

Posted by Anwas Qwelten May 30, 2019, 8:16 p.m. Windows and doors 1 Responses

墙上钉上的霜痕是否表明喷沫保温失效?

...thermalbridging through studs in the form of frost lines. The temperature on the exterior of the wall where the studs are would be higher than the temperature ...

Posted by Gerald Crozier July 22, 2019, 10:24 p.m. Insulation and soundproofing 1 Responses

What do you think of insulated T Studs in Canada?

...thermalbridges in wall assemblies and improve the overallthermalperformance of a home as well an increase home durability, which is what happens when you bui...

Posted by Lee Watt 2019年6月3日上午10:57 Wall assemblies - new construction 1 Responses

In your Edelweiss house you use 2x6 studs. Why not use 2x4 studs and add 2" rigid on the inside?

8" semi rigid and 5 1/2" between the studs. why not use 8" semi rigid, 3 1/2" between the studs and 2 " more semi rigid on the inside beneath the gyprock? Is t...

Posted by Tom Wagar Aug. 25, 2019, 3:40 p.m. Wall assemblies - new construction 1 Responses

What is the best way to insulate a 1930s brick house from the outside?

...ThermalWall insulation panels, and they can support the weight of Hardie Board siding. Do you know how far out you can go and still be within the setbacks? Hel...

Posted by Stephane Marcotte Sept. 2, 2021, 2:42 p.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 2 Responses

在阿尔伯塔省的平房中,哪种外部保温是最好的?

...thermaland air barrier on our 1970s raised bungalow. We have a fully insulated (with spray foam) basement up to the rim joists. This space is now wonderful t...

Posted by Rebekah Barnes Jan. 17, 2020, 10:07 p.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 1 Responses

How do you insulate the exterior of a brick house?

We want to add insualtion to exeterior back porch wall, above porch floor and below. House was built in 1895 so 127 years old. Hoping to put something like hal...

Posted by Robin Zee 2022年4月7日下午1点45分 Wall assemblies - renovation 2 Responses

空气源热泵:哪个品牌性能最好?

我需要一个24000 BTU范围内的3或4区无管道气源系统。建议吗?When looking for a heat pump for a home, we would recommend checking th...

Posted by Mike Brigham Jan. 22, 2020, 9:25 a.m. Heat pumps, geothermal and AC 1 Responses

现有双层砖的最佳外墙保温材料是什么?

We are in the process of doing a major rennovation + second story addtition to a double brick 1940's bunglow. The inside will be be well insulated to code with...

Posted by Andrew T July 19, 2021, 8:19 p.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 1 Responses

Should I put insulation on the exterior of a brick house?

...thermalbridge认为钉。而代码需求更多的是为了确保性能的最低级别,而不是表明合理的隔离量....

Posted by Andrew T Oct. 3, 2021, 7:03 a.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 1 Responses

What’s the best insulation system for a brick/masonry basement foundation wall?

I have brick/masonry basement foundation walls. I read in one of the responses regarding a stone and mortar wall that installing rigid foam insulation may impa...

Posted by Ryan Essex Nov. 29, 2021, 8:17 a.m. Basements improvements 2 Responses

How do you install rigid insulation to the outside of a brick house"

There is no space between bricks so we would like to add R20 to the exterior of the house also providing a vapour barrier. A previous owner had taking down the...

Posted by Gordon CASWELL Dec. 13, 2019, 11:38 a.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 1 Responses

对于家庭装修来说,是在内部安装保温材料好还是在外部安装保温材料好?

你好,我有一栋1955年的红砖平房。内墙是一块非常厚的石膏板(可能1英寸或更厚)。我想要把墙拆下来,把墙拆下来…

Posted by Neil Richardson Jan. 29, 2019, 4:09 p.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 1 Responses