Ideal Wall Assemblies for Hot-humid and Mixed-humid Climates

In a hot-humid climate, moisture flows from outside to inside most of the year. In a mixed-humid climate, moisture flow changes direction in cooling and heating seasons. Using the proper wall assembly in your home is important for controlling moisture.

Builder's guide : mixed-humid climates : a systems approach to designing and building homes that are healthy, comfortable, durable, energy efficient, and environmentally responsible : Lstiburek, Joseph W : Free Download, Borrow

Decay Resistance

What Happens When You Put a Plastic Vapor Barrier in Your Wall? - Energy Vanguard

Sleuthing Out Moisture, Arrow Building Center, MN

PDF] Alleviating Moisture Problems Hot, Humid Climate Housing

For the Multifamily Sector, Product Innovations Boost Design and Construction Success

Impermeable vs. Permeable Air Barriers: Main Differences

Sustainability, Free Full-Text

BW House

Introduction to Roof Vapour Barrier and Vapour Retarders-IKO

How to choose a wall system for home construction - Ecohome

Guides and Case Studies for Mixed-Humid Climates

BSI-120: Understanding Walls*

BSI-096: Hot and Wet but Dry

Ideal Wall Assemblies for Hot-humid and Mixed-humid Climates