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Exterior Cladding

2024-03-27

Understanding exterior cladding load management when attaching to exterior insulation: structural considerations and best practices.

Source: Passive House Building Science Details

Exterior insulation Loads

When attaching cladding to the exterior need to make sure the load is managed. A couple of common siding and the weights are listed here:

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