Question

what kind of sustainable exterior sheathing board do you recommend with a good R value?

Asked by anthony mattina

Instead of styrofoam sheathing

Answer

Gary Shlifer LEED AP+ H, LEED AP+ BD&C

Answered by Gary Shlifer LEED AP+ H, LEED AP+ BD&C

Hollywood, FL

Green Building Florida - Green Building USA

January 14, 2010

I'd need a bit more clarification. Hardie products are excellent. http://www.jameshardie.com/index.html I would also consider a ceramic coating. It acts as a barrier to cold and heat, rather than an insulator. Find out more at spicoatings.com Tell Jeff I said hi. Green Gary

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