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an open box filled with white wool and text comparing types of home insulation efficiency cost / longevly

It appears we’ve reached the stage of this rebuild in which one big project will be completed every week. It’s Week Four of the Spring 2020 One Room Challenge™ and today, I’m showing you how we are sealing our historic home from the inside to prevent moisture and weather intrusion and provide a sturdy reinforcement to our old wood siding. Not all progress is pretty but this is my favorite new feature of our house so far! …

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I spend a lot of time studying insulation--which is one of the most important components of any green home or commercial building. I have a new favorite. Foamglas® building insulation has been made by Pittsburgh Corning for many decades and is widely used in Europe. For the past decade or two, however, it has only been actively marketed in North America for industrial applications. (It’s been listed in our GreenSpec Directory as an industrial insulation material for years.)

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an insulated ceiling with the words how to insulate a vaulted ceiling in red

A common question that comes up with vaulted ceilings is how to install insulation in them. Why? Because these ceilings are known to pose a unique challenge when it comes to laying insulation. We've researched best practices and methods for insulating vaulted ceilings, and in this post, we will share them with you. Here are […]

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the inside of an unfinished room with wood slats

Fiberglass insulation not only keeps wind, heat and cold from entering your home, the material also keeps heat and air conditioning from escaping from your home also. Fiberglass insulation is available in rolls and in pieces for blowing into small spaces.

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Winter is the season when people in cold regions rely most on home #insulation because #winter presents the greatest need – both physically and financially. Break free of the four most popular insulation myths and you’ll be warmer, wiser and wealthier.

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Enhance your home's comfort and energy efficiency with these expert insulation installation tips. Create a cozy space with simple interior design upgrades! #Ad #homedecor #homedesign #trendgirlApartment #Painthome #interiorarchitecture Wall Colors Green Room Colors Bright Room Colors Apartment Renovation Home Remodeling Modern Paint Colors 2024

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the top 5 types of insulation

The five most popular types of insulation are fiberglass, mineral wool, cellulose, polyurethane foam and polystyrene. Many homeowners prefer fiberglass or polystyrene over the others because they are more affordable, and are generally easier to install for someone who’s going the DIY route instead of consulting the likes of Hire It Done to find a…Read more →

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an unfinished room that is being remodeled with drywall and wood framing on the walls

It appears we’ve reached the stage of this rebuild in which one big project will be completed every week. It’s Week Four of the Spring 2020 One Room Challenge™ and today, I’m showing you how we are sealing our historic home from the inside to prevent moisture and weather intrusion and provide a sturdy reinforcement to our old wood siding. Not all progress is pretty but this is my favorite new feature of our house so far! …

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