- Author
- Rossiter, W. J. | Mathey, R. G.
- Title
- Weatherization of Residences: Criteria for Retrofit Materials and Products. Technical Note.
- Coporate
- National Bureau of Standards, Washington, DC
- Sponsor
- Department of Energy, Washington, DC
- Report
- NBS TN 1201, August 1984,
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
- weatherproofing; houses; materials; thermal insulation; storm windows; doors; weatherstripping; thermostats; fire safety
- Identifiers
- energy conservation
- Abstract
- Criteria are given for retrofit materials and products included in the DoE Weatherization Assistance Program. These materials and products are thermal insulation, storm windows and doors, replacement windows and doors, caulks and sealants, weatherstripping, vapor retarders, clock thermostats, and replacement glazing. The criteria are based on a consideration of factors such as thermal performance, fire safety, durability, quality, conformance to building codes, use, and ease of installation. The retrofit materials and products are listed by generic type along with pertinent standards and specifications. Precautions to be followed during their insulation are also given for each of the items. Fire safety requirements for thermal insulations are recommended with regard to the use and locations where they are installed.