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	Copyright Notice   (31 K)
	Table of Contents   (56 K)
	Disclaimer   (31 K)
	Preface   (38 K)
	Co-author's Note   (32 K)
	Editor's Note   (42 K)
	Part One introduction   (32 K)
	Chapter 1. Historical Background   (169 K)
	Part Two introduction   (30 K)
	Chapter 6. Desired Properties of a Wall System   (174 K)
	Chapter 7. Water Intrusion and Condensation Problems in Conventional, Energy-Efficient Wood Frame Construction   (941 K)
	Chapter 8. Breathable Envelope Materials   (947 K)
	Part Three introduction   (32 K)