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Posted by MaxChunk@ergebnis.de on August 19, 2006, 12:54 am
> Is it a good idea to install furring strips under the siding for better
> ventilation ?
Yes.
I had some conflicting opinions on this. The home is in
> Northwest and we get lot of rain here.
Do it. A rain screen is pretty common in that area. You are
essentially building one with your furring strips. There's a nice
explanation on this web site:
http://www.toolbase.org/Technology-Inventory/walls/rain-screen-exterior-walls
> I already decided to use tar paper instead of Tyvek home wrap and gave up on
> the extra foam insulation on exterior walls to make the home more
> breathable.
Two smart ideas. Tyvek isn't terrible, and it requires a little less
labor, but tar paper will likely last longer. Foam is not good... traps
moisture.
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