Air Barrier and Vapor Control Layer at Lake Quivira
Vapor Control Layer
When building a Kala home, we pay special attention to four major aspects that we call control layers. The airtight control layer, thermal control layer, water control layer, and the vapor control layer. While the Lake Quivira remodel wasn’t a new home, we still made sure to keep these aspects in mind to build the best possible home for the family.
We took out a roughly 30’ x 40’ section at the center section of the roof and replaced it with new gable trusses to allow for taller high performance windows and high vaulted ceilings.
The vaulted ceilings coupled with the Smartwin windows create a space that will be breathtaking all year long. In order to keep this space comfortable and durable for years to come though, we decided to use Intello as part of the air/vapor barrier in the main living space.
Our climate is a tough one to build in because of our harsh winters and hot/humid summers. Each year our summers seem to get even hotter with higher humidity levels year over year, putting even greater importance on mitigating moisture in our homes. The Intello barrier is air tight but vapor open, meaning moisture is able to escape. Moisture getting caught in the walls can lead to mold and other harmful effects. It’s vital to the building’s longevity and overall health of its occupants that moisture is able to escape.
