I forgot to mention that all wood surfaces would be covered with 30# felt
before the flashing is tacked on.


"James \"Cubby\" Culbertson" wrote:


"Sir Topham Hatt" wrote in message
.. .
I am not burying the house wood 2' deep. The gravel/stone dust base will
come up
to the side of the exposed poured concrete foundation wall, and about 8 -
12
inches on to the wood that makes up the house (sill plate which is
pressure
treated, rim joist and the plywood sheathing. All the wood will be flashed
with
copper. The house has vinyl siding.


I wouldn't do it without a proper moisture barrier between the wood and
ground. I'm not sure where you are located but in these parts, termites
will jump all over that situation. I'm in NM and it's dry as a bone
however the ground still retains moisture. It shouldn't cost too much to
ensure a moisture barrier is in place (30# felt might work just fine) to
give a bit of insurance against rot and insects.
Cheers,
cc