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moisture management

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    R806.2 exceptions, balance high/low vents, ambiguous language

    1:150 rule does not require a 50:50 balance upper vs lower. 1:300 requires approx 50:50 balance. So a 3000sf attic requires 10sf of venting IF 5 to 6sf are lower, and 4 to 5sf are upper (min 40% max 50% in upper third). So 8sf upper and 2sf lower breaks this rule. That much is clear. Also 2sf...
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    Thermo-Ply (DRYline TSX and thermoPLY structural sheating by OX)

    Can someone help me understand, why do they add two different types of thermoPly. I have seen some construction houses with DRYline TSX red color and thermoPLY structural sheathing by OX green color. any reasons for using two instead of one single for the entire house?
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    CAL GREEN - Exterior Door Protection

    CAL GREEN Section 5.407 Water Resistance & Moisture Management 5.407.2.2.1 Exterior Door Protection. Primary exterior entries shall be covered to prevent water intrusion by using a non absorbent floor and wall finishes within at least 2 feet around and perpendicular to such opening. Does the...
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    • cal green moisture management tile floor water resistance
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