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Article in Construction Specifier
“Extruded Polystyrene in Protected Membrane Roof Assemblies”
This article originally appeared in the February 2022 issue of Construction Specifier.
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“Extruded Polystyrene in Protected Membrane Roof Assemblies”
By John Woestman, Director
of Codes and Standards, XPSA
The Construction Specifier, February 2022
Technical Paper – New!
Insulation Performance, Below Grade Series ID: IP-BG-03
“The Role of Insulation for Habitable Basements”
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Technical Insights – New!
“The Key Question: Exterior or Interior Insulation?”
Technical Insights, Below Grade Series ID: TI-BG-09
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“Habitable Basement Thermal Control Challenges”
Technical Insights, Below Grade Series ID: TI-BG-08
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“Getting Practical about R-Values in the Design of Habitable Basements”
Technical Insights, Below Grade Series ID: TI-BG-07
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“R-Values Explained”
Technical Insights, Below Grade Series ID: TI-BG-06
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“Avoiding Moisture in Habitable Basement Design”
Technical Insights, Below Grade Series ID: TI-BG-05
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