While many in the construction industry are focusing on building net zero, or zero energy ready, homes and improving sustainability and resiliency, carbon emissions during product manufacturing and transport and the building of the home present an additional concern. This amount, called embodied carbon emissions, must be considered when evaluating the overall sustainability of building materials.
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A Guide to Siding Corners
As home builders, it's critical to find ways to deliver top-tier building solutions for your clients while remaining efficient. This helps …
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A Deep Dive Into R-Values in Construction
Whether you're building net zero homes, focusing on energy efficiency or meeting local code when constructing single-family homes, it's imp…
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Best Practices for Installing Engineered Wood Siding with Brick
Siding is often a top contender for homeowners looking for ways to refresh their brick exterior or expand their home—and they are looking t…
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How Climate Change is Shaping the Future of Home Building
They call them "billion-dollar disaster events"-weather- and climate-triggered disasters that result in losses exceeding 1 $ billion each. I…
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Vertical Vs. Panel Siding: What to Use for Board & Batten Style Siding Installation
Board and batten style siding continues to be one of the latest building trends for homeowners hoping to add some visual interest to their …
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4 Sustainable Construction Trends
Sustainable construction is continuing to influence the building industry. As we face rising energy costs, material shortages and even stro…
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De-Coding Climate Zones: Planning Resilient Construction
While sustainability is continuing its reign as a key purchase consideration for homebuyers, we're seeing indications that “resiliency” is …
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Does a Metal Roof Need a Radiant Barrier?
Robert Morris, a Trenton, New Jersey manufacturer, created the first sheet metal roof for his own Philadelphia mansion in 1794. Even though…
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What is Sheathing Tape and Why Do I Need It?
Sheathing tape is a relatively new asset to the homebuilder's toolbox. But like most innovations, it's hard to imagine any professional tod…
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Trends: Five Best Sustainable Building Materials Best Practices
Sustainability and green construction are dominating homebuilding trends as homeowners are choosing energy efficiency as a primary driver i…
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Beauty Behind the Walls: Helping Homeowners Achieve Sustainable Net Zero Energy Builds
Homebuyers across the country are looking for definitive ways to achieve extreme efficiency. While some want energy efficiency, others are …
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When to Use LP Legacy® Premium Sub-Flooring According to the Pros
With many sub-flooring options on the market, building professionals must weigh their options and make a decision that can be tough when co…