Insulation Between Floors | Yes or No?
Insulation can provide numerous benefits, from improved energy efficiency to better soundproofing. But it can also be expensive and time-consuming to install, and it may not always be necessary depending …
Insulation can provide numerous benefits, from improved energy efficiency to better soundproofing. But it can also be expensive and time-consuming to install, and it may not always be necessary depending …
It’s an easy mistake to order the wrong thickness of insulation if you’re not careful. It’s also tempting to get the thicker insulation thinking that it will offer better thermal …
When it comes to insulation, many people question what can and cannot touch the material. This is generally rooted in concern for the material igniting in the presence of heat. …
Picture this. Your ceiling is installed and looking real tidy. It’s late, but there’s an hour or so before pack-up, and you know you’ll feel like a champion the next …
Some people rent all their lives, even if they do make enough money to buy. However, it’s those first few rentals that are more character than code compliance. One common …
Using valuable living area storage space for things that you pull out once a year or are storing for your one-day children or grandchildren seems like a waste. This is …
Both packing peanuts and certain types of foam board insulation are made from expanded polystyrene (EPS). Yet, packing peanuts are cheaper to purchase, even in their hundreds or thousands. In …
Nobody wants wet insulation, even if you can dry it out. Handling compromised R-value, mold, and the cost of replacing aren’t my favorite activities either. While we know the common …
Opening up a light fixture and finding it stuffed with insulation can be confusing. Like me, you might have been alarmed at first seeing a flammable-looking material in such close …
Have you ever had to deal with wet insulation? It’s a common problem that can happen for a variety of reasons, from leaks to flooding. The important thing to know …