Specification History

Select materials that:

adequately support applied load and are permanent air barriers,

meet the requirements of the applicable fire safety code (e.g. thermal or ignition barriers),

for use inside the pressure boundary select low volatile organic compound (VOC) materials that meet independent testing and verification protocols, and

pest-resistant materials that are rated for ground contact anywhere they are in contact with the exterior foundation walls, piers, or bare earth

Select safe and effective materials