Hi
Hoping to get some opinions.
We are building a fairly conventional house but want to build with natural materials both for environment and health. I am in zone 3 high desert so we are mixed/dry. I wanted to post my wall to see if I am missing anything important. It is positioned for passive solar heating and cooling and natural ventiliation ( I won't have a HRV system). I am most concerned about preventing mold and having decent air.
I am not able to do earthen wall's (though that was my first choice) . now it is wood frame.
So. From the outside working in I have
#1 wood shiplap siding (painted)
#2 3/8" air gap
#3 furring strips
#4 Housewrap (this is my biggest question. I don't really want to use tyvek and can't use felt paper. Wonder if I need it?)
#5 plywood taped to increase some air barrier.
#6 2×6 studs
#7 Rock wool cavity insulation
#8 shiplap interior wall ( either painted with a natural type paint or beeswaxed)
Does anyone see any potential problems with this design?
Thanks
