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Seamless Transition for Floating Floor to Stair Nosing (No T-Molding)

Green Homes 2 - Mon, 2025-10-06 12:28
Hello GBA Community,We're getting ready to install our flooring and have run into a common but tricky detail. The Challenge: We are installing a floating floor on our second-floor landing…
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Roof Sheathing Eave Edge Nailing with Fascia Vent

Green Homes 2 - Mon, 2025-10-06 04:05
Hello,I am in the middle of building a passive house and walls/roof will be framed soon. I designed it with a vent integral with the fascia. See attached images for…
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Combustion air and gas water heaters

Green Homes 2 - Mon, 2025-10-06 02:00
Can a gas appliance get enough air in a tight house without an external source?
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Exterior Roof Insulation Climate Zone 5

Green Homes 2 - Sun, 2025-10-05 14:27
I know this question has been raised before and I have read the articles related to the matter on GBA. That said, there are differing opinions from reputable sources regarding…
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1.5in zip-r applied to topside of exposed roof system

Green Homes 2 - Sun, 2025-10-05 10:57
Scratching my head a little.Not my project.  A friend has purchased for his home: a 1960's chalet with an exposed roof system.  As the rafters are exposed, there is no…
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Structurally sound spot for long term placement of very heavy item

Green Homes 2 - Sat, 2025-10-04 18:41
Shout out to all those present who are either carpenters or structural engineers ! Thank u for your valuable contributions over the years to this forum ! Now heres a…
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