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AR103.5.1 Moisture Content of Light Straw-Clay Prior to Application of Finish
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Light straw-clay walls shall be dry
to a moisture content of not more than 20 percent at a
depth of 4 inches (102 mm), as measured from each side
of the wall, prior to the application of finish on either side
of the wall. Moisture content shall be measured with a
moisture meter equipped with a probe that is designed for
use with baled straw or hay.
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AR103.5.1 Light Straw-Clay Construction, Moisture Content of Light Straw-Clay Prior to Application of Finish
Light straw-clay walls shall be dry
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depth of 4 inches (102 mm), as measured from each side ...
2015 Michigan Residential Code > R Light Straw-Clay Construction > AR103 Nonbearing Light Straw-Clay Construction > AR103.5 Wall Finishes > AR103.5.1 Moisture Content of Light Straw-Clay Prior to Application of Finish
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2015 Michigan Residential Code > R Light Straw-Clay Construction > AR103 Nonbearing Light Straw-Clay Construction > AR103.4 Wall Construction > AR103.4.3 Moisture Barrier
AR103.5.4 Light Straw-Clay Construction, Bridging Across Dissimilar Substrates
Bridging shall be installed across dissimilar substrates
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2015 Michigan Residential Code > R Light Straw-Clay Construction > AR103 Nonbearing Light Straw-Clay Construction > AR103.5 Wall Finishes > AR103.5.4 Bridging Across Dissimilar Substrates
AS103.4 Strawbale Construction, Moisture Content
The moisture content of bales at
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approved moisture barrier shall be installed at
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of windows.
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2015 Michigan Residential Code > R Light Straw-Clay Construction > AR103 Nonbearing Light Straw-Clay Construction > AR103.4 Wall Construction > AR103.4.7 Openings in Walls