Concrete Foundations: Under-Slab Vapor Barriers Done Right
网页2019年9月23日 · Vapor Barrier Installation Basics. The most obvious best practice is to install a sub-slab vapor barrier in the first place. I recommend a minimum 10-mil-thick polyethylene material, even if your local building code allows a 6-mil, as it lasts longer and is less prone to punctures. Some builders in desert climates ignore this advice, figuring ...
Getting Brick Ties Right - ProBuilder
网页2018年2月8日 · In others we’ve seen installers use roofing nails, which don’t penetrate the framing deeply enough. Always use a minimum 8d (21/2-inch) galvanized nail. If you’re using corrugated ties, nail as close as possible to the bend for maximum lateral strength. 3. Brick ties installed upside down.
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5 Steps to Proper Roof Sheathing Installation | ProBuilder
网页2014年11月17日 · Follow these 5 simple construction steps when installing roof sheathing: (and scroll down to see more details on each, with installation hints and tips, below) Step 1: Check the nailing surface is level. Step 2: Ventilate the roof according to current building codes. Step 3: Properly fasten panels (including fastening and spacing hints)
The Best Way to Install Housewrap - ProBuilder
网页2021年10月14日 · The good news is, installing building wrap is simple if you stick to these four easy steps: Step 1: 12-inch overlap and 1-inch overlap on the sill plate. For max protection, aim for 2-4 inches. Building wrap should be installed from the foundation upward, making sure to overlap joints with the higher course overlapping the lower.
The Pros and Cons of Engineered Lumber | ProBuilder
网页2019年6月13日 · In addition to being flat and straight, engineered studs are strong. Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) studs can be two times stronger in compression and tension than standard framing lumber of the same dimension. Recently I built a home with all LVL studs for a client who wanted the home to withstand wind and shear loads.
9 Common Subfloor Installation Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them
网页2018年7月13日 · 5. Not Gluing the Subfloor's Tongue-and-Groove. Applying a small bead of glue in the tongue-and-groove can significantly help reduce any movement and noise. 6. Delaying Fastening the Panels. Again, it’s tempting to tack the corners and come back to screw all the panels down at once. But by then the glue is already set.
Tips for Choosing the Right Housewrap | Pro Builder
网页2018年11月28日 · Whatever wrap is right for you, it must be installed with at least 6-inch horizontal laps and 12-inch vertical laps. Layer all flashing components in shingle fashion and tape every seam, and always use button-cap fasteners. Remember: Water management details and materials are never the place to cut corners or cost.
Framing to Prevent Drywall Cracks | Pro Builder
网页2021年12月13日 · Before installing gypsum panels, the framing should have a moisture content at or below 19%. At load points (where a window header rests on trimmer studs, for example), make sure the contact point is tight or is shimmed tight to reduce potential settling of the header. Keep drywall seams at least 6 inches from the inside corners of door and ...
A Checklist for Building Party Walls the Right Way - ProBuilder
网页July 6, 2021. This party wall includes the best practices mentioned in this article: fiberglass-mat faced gypsum shaft liner, gypsum blocking in the gap between the liner and the wall top plate, and fire-rated foam. | All photos: courtesy IBACOS. Inspections ensure that party walls between townhome units meet fire code requirements.