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Q: For extra insulation in the winter I suppose one could add extra sheets of EPS to the existing 4 inches on the outside wall? A: (Kelly)As long as you devised a way to anchor the eventual exterior siding to the wall, you should be able to add more insulation, which would only the thermal performance. C: My name is Geoff Blackbeard. I am the inventor of the Thermalwall Building Technology. I recieved a call from a gentleman from North Carolina today who informed me that he read about my process on your site greenhomebuilding.com. He was concerned about the thermlmass effect of the ICF's and noticed that our method had the insulation on the exterior of the concrete mass. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude for your insight and accurate comments about Thermalwall. I have studied the issue of thermal inertia for over 20 years and as you know there are lots of opinions as to what works best. My 88 year young friend often tells me use applied common sense and the answers to your questions will come much easier. Keep up the good work. If I can ever be of any help please do not hesitate to call or email me. Phone 506-372-4842 |
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Dr. Nabil Taha has over 27 years of structural engineering experience. Prior to opening his own engineering firm in Oregon in 1997, he was a Professor of Engineering at Northern Montana State University and at Oregon Institute of Technology. He has structural expertise in a wide range of building systems and can answer questions related to virtually any common building method. His focus is on green design and he is always willing to trying something new. Dr. Taha is dedicated to future sustainability through innovation; he creates solutions for beautiful sustainable and safe structures by melding old and new technologies. He loves a good challenge. He is Licensed in twenty three states and can design buildings and/or consult to assist with structural permitting in these states as well as internationally. As a prior College Professor, Dr. Taha is a teacher at heart. He loves to share his knowledge and offers educational seminars and trainings for the do-it-yourselfers and professionals alike. Dr. Taha's goal is to continue to grow and provide knowledge and services for those trying to make their dream project a reality. No project is too big or too small. For information about Dr. Nabil Taha and his engineering firm see 
