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Water-Vapor Control and the IRC
The code gives a number of methods for managing water vapor to avoid condensation and rot in building assemblies.
Why You Should Pay Attention to Manufacturer Instructions
When it comes to installation methods for generic building products, the code often defers authority to the manufacturer for guidance.
Code-Compliant Swimming Pool Barrier
Swimming pool owners are responsible for ensuring a code-compliant barrier exists to prevent children from the potential fatality of entering unsupervised.
Changes Proposed for the 2024 IRC
A rundown of popular topics and proposals under consideration for the next edition of the International Residential Code.
Methods of Alternative Construction
In recent IRC editions, some more obscure materials, such as straw-bale and light straw-clay, and methods were added.
The Evolution of Top-Plate Building Codes
Could a single top plate do the job, allowing for reduced thermal bridging and an increased R-value? Learn about top-plate building codes.
Chasing Wind-Load Requirements
New research has resulted in a better understanding of how wind pressure acts on roofs.
Safety Regulations for Irregular Stairs
Building codes address the hazards of using ship's ladders, alternating tread devices, and more unusual stairs.
What the Code Says about Interior Trim and Cabinetry
Though there are not many codes for trim carpenters to follow, some things require planning and attention in order to pass inspection.
The Science of Simple Spans
How the various code provisions for joist span, blocking, notching, and bearing lengths work together to prevent floors from deflecting.

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