Practice Waterproofing And Insulation (5.5) - Classification of Plastics

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Question 1.
What is a plastic membrane?
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Think about its purpose.
Question 2.
Name one benefit of using spray insulation.
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Consider its impact on energy bills.
3Question 3.
What is the main function of a plastic membrane?
- To enhance strength
- To prevent water infiltration
- To provide thermal insulation
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Consider what water can do to materials.
4Question 4.
True or False: Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is heavier than PUF.
- True
- False
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Think about insulation weight.
Question 5.
Design a waterproofing system for a basement using geomembranes. What considerations must be taken into account?
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Think about environmental factors.
Question 6.
Calculate the insulation savings potential for a building using EPS versus traditional insulation.
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Use standard energy consumption formulas.

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