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Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 6: Solar, Site Renewables & Decking

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On the final episode of the Prairie Sun & Timber, Travis and team conclude by installing fixtures, showcasing the TimberTech decking, and setting up the SolarSet module for renewable energy. They discuss the durability and sustainability of TimberTech decking, the benefits of ground-based solar arrays, and the importance of aesthetics in building design. The SolarSet module is highlighted for its off-grid capabilities and ease of maintenance. The team is so excited for their clients to enjoy their their energy-efficient home.

Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 5: MEP
Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 4: Exteriors Part 2 - Drainage & Drying
Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 3: Exteriors Part 1 - Windows & Walls
Build Podcast | Episode 168: Prairie Sun & Timber
Prairie Sun & Timber: A Marriage of Old & New: SIPS & TIMBER FRAMING - Episode 2
Prairie Sun & Timber: Foundations From The Ground Up - Episode 1

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Prairie Sun & Timber: Foundations From The Ground Up - Episode 1

Prairie Sun & Timber: Foundations From The Ground Up - Episode 1

Episode 1    

Explore cutting-edge materials and techniques with Prairie Sun & Timber, a new home build series with Catalyst Construction and The Build Show. Don't miss the first episode on below-grade construction!

Prairie Sun & Timber: A Marriage of Old & New: SIPS & TIMBER FRAMING - Episode 2

Prairie Sun & Timber: A Marriage of Old & New: SIPS & TIMBER FRAMING - Episode 2

Episode 2    

Travis' project blends traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, featuring high-performance windows, SIPs panels, and timber framing for energy efficiency and visual appeal. Stay tuned for more details.

Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 3: Exteriors Part 1 - Windows & Walls

Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 3: Exteriors Part 1 - Windows & Walls

Episode 3    

In this episode, Travis emphasizes efficiency in the Prairie Sun & Timber home, focusing on air tightness, water barriers, high efficiency windows, and super insulated walls and roof.

Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 4: Exteriors Part 2 - Drainage & Drying

Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 4: Exteriors Part 2 - Drainage & Drying

Episode 4    

Delve into advanced building science with Travis Brungardt in Episode 4, focusing on drainage and drying techniques for high-performance SIPs homes. Learn about Zip System and Core-A-Vent rain screen products for improved moisture management and ventilation.

Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 5: MEP

Prairie Sun & Timber | Episode 5: MEP

Episode 5    

Learn about the MEP strategy in a high-performance, all-electric custom home in Episode 5 of the Prairie Sun & Timber series.

Build Podcast | Episode 168: Prairie Sun & Timber

Build Podcast | Episode 168: Prairie Sun & Timber

Episode 168    

Matt welcomes fellow Build Expert, Travis Brungardt, to discuss the brand-new Build Original Series® Prairie Sun & Timber, which follows Travis as he builds a hybrid high- performance home blending Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) and traditional framing. Travis outlines the project, noting that the upper level utilizes SIPs for insulation and strength, while the walkout basement level is conventionally framed with ZIP-R9 panels for flexibility.

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