My New Shop: Installing Zip R-Sheathing and Roof Sheathing

THISisCarpentry

11 Sept 201503:06

Summary

TLDRThe speaker, who recently moved from Southern California to Southern Oregon, discusses the construction of their shop, focusing on comfort and energy efficiency for long-term use. They highlight the use of modern building materials like the Huber Zip system, insulated radiant slabs, and Zip R sheathing to meet Oregon's drainage codes and prevent air leakage. The walls are framed with closed-cell foam insulation for maximum R-value, ensuring the shop remains energy-efficient for future generations. Attention is given to proper installation methods to guarantee durability and weather protection.

Takeaways

🔨 The speaker built their shop to be comfortable and sustainable for long-term use.
❄️ The temperature difference between Southern California and Southern Oregon was a major factor in the shop's design, with winter temperatures dropping to 20°F in Oregon.
🏡 The shop is intended to be energy efficient and useful for future generations, possibly for their daughter or other woodworkers.
💡 The speaker used an insulated radiant slab for efficient heating, ensuring long-lasting comfort and sustainability.
🧱 The walls and roof are constructed with Huber Zip system sheathing, which includes acrylic flashing tape and specific installation tools for airtight sealing.
🌡️ Zip R sheathing was installed to reduce thermal bridging and improve insulation by sealing the exterior envelope against air leakage.
🏠 Zip R sheathing meets Oregon's new drainage plane code, with a drainage rate of 90%, surpassing the required 70%.
🔧 The speaker used Benjamin Obdyke's Home Slicker for extra diffusion behind the trim and siding, especially with pine materials.
🌳 The shop's walls are framed with 2x4s on 24-inch centers and insulated with closed-cell foam for maximum R-value and energy efficiency.
🛠️ Proper use of the J roller is critical when applying the zip tape to ensure it adheres correctly and prevents future leaks.

Q & A

Why did the speaker move from Southern California to Southern Oregon?
-The speaker moved from Southern California to Southern Oregon, possibly due to personal reasons, but the script does not provide a detailed explanation.
What is one major environmental difference between Southern California and Southern Oregon that the speaker mentions?
-The speaker notes a significant difference in temperature, with Southern California being around 70°F and Southern Oregon experiencing winters as cold as 20°F.
Why is the speaker focused on building their shop responsibly?
-The speaker wants to ensure that the shop is energy-efficient and will last not only for their lifetime but also for future users, like their daughter or other carpenters.
What type of flooring did the speaker install in their shop for energy efficiency?
-The speaker installed an insulated radiant slab to make the building more energy-efficient.
What modern material did the speaker use for wall and roof sheathing?
-The speaker used the Huber Zip system for the wall and roof sheathing, which includes acrylic flashing tape and other installation tools.
What is Zip R sheathing, and why did the speaker use it?
-Zip R sheathing is a type of sheathing with insulation glued to its interior surface, which helps eliminate thermal bridging and seals the exterior envelope to prevent air leakage.
How does Zip R sheathing meet Oregon's new drainage plane code?
-Zip R sheathing provides a 70% drainage rate, meeting Oregon’s code, while Zip roof sheathing provides a 90% drainage rate.
What additional product did the speaker use to enhance wall performance?
-The speaker used Benjamin Obdyke’s Home Slicker on all the exterior walls, even between the fascia and subfascia, to provide extra diffusion behind the trim and siding.
What insulation method did the speaker use for their 2x4 walls?
-The speaker used closed-cell foam insulation in their 2x4 walls, which are framed on 24-inch centers with stack trusses, to achieve the maximum possible R rating.
Why is using the J roller essential when applying Zip tape?
-Using the J roller is essential because it ensures the tape properly adheres to the acrylic coating on the Zip wall and roof, creating a permanent molecular bond that prevents leaks.

Outlines

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🏠 Building a Comfortable Shop for All Seasons

The speaker discusses their decision to build a comfortable and efficient workshop after moving from Southern California to Southern Oregon, where temperatures drop significantly in the winter. The goal is to create a workspace that remains comfortable for years to come, possibly for future generations. This shop is designed not just for the speaker’s use but also for sustainability and energy efficiency over its lifetime.

🛠 Responsible Building with Modern Materials

The speaker explains the importance of using modern materials like the Huber Zip system for the shop's walls and roof. This system includes sheathing, acrylic flashing tape, and proper installation tools, ensuring durability and efficiency. The shop is built with R sheathing, which provides thermal insulation and air leakage prevention, meeting local building codes while maximizing energy efficiency.

🧱 Enhancing Energy Efficiency with Zip R Sheathing

The use of Zip R sheathing in the speaker's new home is discussed in detail. This sheathing reduces thermal bridging between studs and improves the overall energy performance of the building. Additionally, the sheathing meets Oregon’s drainage plane code, providing a high drainage rate to protect the building’s exterior. Its granular surface also adds non-slip functionality for roof installations.

🌬 Extra Protection with Benjamin Obdyke’s Home Slicker

Beyond just the sheathing, the speaker plans to install Benjamin Obdyke’s Home Slicker on all exterior walls for additional moisture protection and diffusion. This system will be placed even between the fascia and subfascia to protect the wood trim and siding, which is essential for long-term maintenance of the building’s exterior.

🌟 Maximizing R-Value with Insulation and Zip Tape

The speaker describes how they plan to maximize the R-value of their 2x4 framed walls using closed-cell foam insulation and how Zip tape is used to ensure proper sealing. They emphasize the importance of using the J roller to ensure the tape adheres properly to the Zip wall and roof, forming a permanent bond and preventing leaks.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Insulated Radiant Slab

An insulated radiant slab refers to a concrete floor with embedded heating elements, typically powered by hot water tubes or electric wires, which radiates heat upwards. In the video, the speaker chose this system to ensure that the shop remains warm and comfortable during colder months in Southern Oregon, emphasizing energy efficiency and sustainability for long-term use.

💡Zip System Sheathing

The Zip System is a modern building material that combines sheathing and a water-resistant barrier into one product. It is used to protect homes from moisture while improving energy efficiency. In the video, the speaker highlights its use for both walls and roofs, including the integrated acrylic flashing tape, as a responsible and durable choice for his shop’s construction.

💡Thermal Bridging

Thermal bridging refers to the transfer of heat across building materials, typically through structural components like studs, which can cause energy inefficiencies. To prevent this, the speaker used Zip R sheathing, which includes insulation on the inside of the sheathing, to minimize heat loss in his shop’s walls.

💡Closed-Cell Foam Insulation

Closed-cell foam insulation is a type of high-density spray foam that provides superior insulation by sealing gaps and preventing air leakage. The speaker used this material to maximize the R-rating (a measure of insulation efficiency) in the walls of his shop, ensuring energy conservation in both hot and cold weather.

💡Drainage Plane Code

The drainage plane code refers to building regulations that require structures to manage water effectively to avoid damage from moisture. In Oregon, the code mandates a 70% drainage rate, which the speaker’s Zip R sheathing exceeds, providing a 90% drainage rate, further protecting the building from moisture-related issues.

💡J Roller

A J roller is a tool used to press down and apply tape, ensuring it sticks securely to surfaces. In the video, the speaker emphasizes the importance of using the J roller when applying the Zip tape, as it ensures a proper bond between the tape and the acrylic coating on the sheathing, preventing leaks.

💡Huber Engineered Wood

Huber Engineered Wood is the manufacturer of the Zip System sheathing products. The speaker praises their engineered dispenser for the Zip tape, which simplifies installation by allowing for quick application. The company's innovations are presented as a reliable choice for builders who want both efficiency and long-lasting results.

💡Pine Siding and Trim

Pine siding and trim refer to the use of pine wood for the exterior finish of the building. The speaker plans to use this material on his shop but recognizes the need for additional moisture diffusion behind it, as pine is prone to rot if not properly protected from moisture. He plans to use a product called Benjamin Obdyke’s Home Slicker for this purpose.

💡R-Rating

The R-rating is a measure of a material’s thermal resistance or its ability to prevent heat transfer. The higher the R-rating, the better the insulation. In the video, the speaker discusses improving the R-rating of his shop’s 2x4 walls by using Zip R sheathing and closed-cell foam insulation to enhance energy efficiency.

💡Home Slicker

Home Slicker is a moisture management product that creates an air space between the siding and the exterior walls, allowing moisture to drain away and air to circulate. The speaker is using this behind his pine siding and trim to ensure proper diffusion of moisture, adding another layer of protection to the building.

Highlights

The speaker relocated from Southern California to Southern Oregon, experiencing a major temperature difference (70°F to 20°F) and aimed to create a shop that would be comfortable and efficient in colder climates.

The goal of the shop is long-term usability, even after the speaker’s lifetime, potentially being used by family or other woodworkers.

An insulated radiant slab was installed to ensure energy efficiency and responsible building for long-term sustainability.

Huber Zip System was chosen for wall and roof sheathing, a modern material that ensures high performance in insulation and energy efficiency.

The Zip System includes acrylic flashing tape and specific tools for easy and efficient installation.

Zip R sheathing was installed on the walls to eliminate thermal bridging between the studs and the sheathing, enhancing insulation and air sealing.

The Zip R sheathing meets Oregon's new drainage plane code, which requires a 70% drainage rate, ensuring compliance with local building codes.

The sheathing's granular surface provides a 90% drainage rate on walls and creates a non-slip surface on roofs for additional safety and efficiency.

Benjamin Obdyke's Home Slicker was added to all exterior walls for extra diffusion and moisture management, even between fascia and subfascia.

The walls were framed on 24-inch centers with stacked trusses and insulated with closed-cell foam to maximize the R-value for energy efficiency.

The speaker emphasizes the importance of using the J roller tool when applying the Zip tape to ensure proper adhesion to the acrylic-coated Zip walls and roof.

The Zip tape bonds molecularly with the wall and roof, ensuring a permanent seal that prevents air and water leaks.

Closed-cell foam was chosen for insulation to achieve the maximum R-rating possible, boosting the building's thermal efficiency.

The shop design focuses on sustainability, ensuring that it remains efficient and comfortable for future generations.

The speaker is meticulous about installation details, including using specific materials and tools to guarantee a high-performing, leak-proof, and well-insulated shop.