Insulation ideas

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! …

Foam board insulation is easy to use and is a great DIY way to add some insulation. It comes in standard sheets and in many thicknesses.

Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — if it's installed correctly. Here are five common insulation mistakes to avoid.

From blown-in insulation to foam, learn the best ways to insulate closed walls. Walls closed with drywall can be insulated; learn how. #lifehacks #homedecorideas #remodeltips #renovationideas #thespruce

People tend to blow hot and cold when it comes to insulating their garage. Whether or not it's worth it depends on how you use your garage. Considering the pros and cons of insulating a garage can help you make a judgement on that. #garage #insulation #insulated #HVAC #heat #winter #cold #garages #homebuild #DIY

How to prepare your home for cold weather with these 10 diy tips. Keep your home warm this winter with these diy energy saving insulation tips. #winterizing #diywinterizing #diyinsulation

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.)

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 →

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.

When buying a shed to use as an office, craft space, or a workshop, you may be wondering how to insulate the shed. Here's how to insulate from start to finish.

Keep the heat in with this attic insulation guide:

Spray-applied fiberglass insulation offers huge benefits over fiberglass batts and even has some advantages over cellulose

There is no better performing #insulation than closed cell spray foam. Find out why.

Winterize your home with insulation projects to properly protect pipes, outlets, attics, and much more! Find your insulation weak spots.

Retrofit your home to stay warm in winter and keep cool in the summer Even the nicest of living spaces can be a little unpleasant if your walls aren't insulated enough. But what can you do if your home is already finished and the drywall...

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

In late August our AC unit stopped working. I live in SWFL which is very hot and humid 11 months out of the year-August is the worst! I have extreme heat sensit…

5 Common Thermal Insulation Materials - This article will enlighten you about five of the most common and cheap thermal insulation materials used by companies and organizations.

This helpful insulating a van info explains why you need to do it, the best DIY camper van insulation and all our best installation tips.

Use one of these two energy-smart details to make existing walls more energy-efficient when doing a gut rehab on an old home that has no exterior sheathing under the siding.