Module 4 presents Air Barrier Types, a review of the most commonly used materials and methods for creating an airtight layer in a construction assembly.
When you've completed the module, you will have learned about the following types of air barrier strategies:
Interior or Exterior?
Polyethylene and other poly's
Membranes & Liquids
Aeresol fogging
"Smart" air and vapour barriers
Solid components (eg. plywood)
Air tight drywall
Sealants, tapes and gaskets
When you're ready, you can attempt the Air Barriers Types quiz and move on to the next section in Air Barriers for Professionals.