An Outdated Detail to Avoid
Air Barriers
Energy Use
Course Description
How the base of walls are sealed to the slabs or foundations upon which they sit is a critical detail for both water and air control that is often overlooked in both residential and commercial construction. In this short course we discuss the history of a very common but outdated approach and review some higher performing modern alternatives.
Course Instructor Christine Williamson
Course Length 10:30
Published 29 Jul 2022
Please note: viewing this course and completing this quiz do not currently count towards AIA CEU credits.
Keywords: building science, energy efficiency, air barriers, pest control, acoustic control, base of wall detail, air tightness