Drainage & Drying in the Exterior Wall

Drainage & Drying in the Exterior Wall

Determining the best system for managing moisture can be challenging. Many factors such as climate, cladding, and cost should be considered when designing a sustainable wall. This course explores those factors, as well as trends in building codes and best practices.

Learning Objectives: 
  1. Understand the performance characteristics of drainable housewrap and rainscreen systems.
  2. Determine the appropriate ways to employ draining and drying principles for a variety of cladding systems.
  3. Recognize the integral role of a gap within the exterior wall.
  4. Understand the selection criteria to consider when designing for moisture management in wall systems.
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Design Category: 
(07) Thermal and Moisture Protection
Applicable Credits