#702: Dedicated Dehumidification, Wet Basement Walls, and Future Forest Products

12/09/2025 44 min
#702: Dedicated Dehumidification, Wet Basement Walls, and Future Forest Products

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Episode Synopsis

Doug describes the science behind soundproofing in theater spaces. Will gives Ian a timely “told-you-so”. Kevin wonders what’s causing his basement stairway to be wet. Dan asks about the future of forest products.
 
Grant, Brian, and producer Cari address reader feedback on sound-control in buildings and the importance of dedicated dehumidification in low-load houses. They answer listener questions about wet block walls and what building houses will look like in the future.   
 
Tune in to Episode 702 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 
Central ducted dehumidification systems 
Why is an enclosed basement stairway damp
How we will we build houses in the future   
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