The boys INTEND to tackle TWO submitted questions but only manage one: Are open-joint claddings better moisture-managed better than traditional lap claddings? This episode is quite the mix of banter, building science, and building history. And note that the last resource in the list below is a great short video with Joe Lstiburek of Building Science Corporation on open-joint claddings.

Pete's Resource(s):
1. wikipedia definition of cladding
2. Wikipedia definition of lapstrake
3. Open joint/rainscreen cladding history (Note 1st reference: "Rainscreen Cladding: A Guide to Design Principles and Practice."
4. "Cup of Joe - Open-joint cladding systems"