With the stick framed construction used by modular log homes, the actual 2×4 or 2×6 stud has the lowest R-value in the thermal envelope. Thermal Break – When building a wall, it is a barrier or an element of low thermal conductivity placed in the wall to reduce or prevent the flow of thermal energy between conductive materials.For example, the locations of studs in a 2×6 or 2×4 wall system. Thermal Bridging – The term bridging describes the area of an object which has a significantly higher heat transfer than the surrounding materials resulting in an overall reduction in thermal insulation of a building.
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It is typically seen on windows and doors. It is the opposite of inverse of R-value so the lower the number, the better the rating. U-Value – It is a rating of how much heat energy is lost or gained.The larger the R-value number is, the better the insulating power. R-Value – It is the capacity of an insulating material to resist heat flow.It is the collection of walls, windows, doors, floors and ceilings that combined, make of a structure of the building. Thermal Envelope – It is the configuration of the enclosure that holds warm or cool air inside a structure.Here is a brief explanation of some key terms. They include things like thermal envelope, R-value, U-value, thermal bridging, thermal breaks and the list goes on and on. When building a home to be energy efficient you will hear lots of terms that can sound very complicated, even intimidating. This display is great for illustrating the striking differences between insulation for modular log homes and traditional log homes. I took the opportunity to get a couple of pictures. One of the things I saw for the first time was a display by one log home company that showed the options for the construction of their log walls. I always enjoy seeing new designs, talking with architects, and seeing what new products and techniques are being offered to treat and maintain homes constructed entirely of wood. Several weeks ago I attended a Log and Timber Show in Pennsylvania. WHAT THEY DON’T TELL YOU AT THE LOG HOME SHOW. Opportunities With Modular – We work with developers and project owners to deliver cost-effective, beautiful modular homes - single-family, multi-family, infill lots, developments & more.Ī.K.A.Partner Opportunities for Local Contractors.
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