Insulation
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Alaska Builder Faces an Insulating Dilemma
His desire to stay foam-free launches a search for other options, but some products have been hard to find
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Is Spray Foam the Answer?
An insulation contractor suggests mixing open- and closed-cell foam. Is that the best approach?
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Shrinking Supplies of Old Newspapers Challenge Cellulose Manufacturers
Recycled cardboard boxes are stepping into the breach
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Hemp Insulation Plant Opens in Idaho
New plant produces batt insulation, hopes to expand product line
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Insulating a Concrete-Block House
A Michigan homeowner looks for a way to insulate above-grade walls without marring the decorative block
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Owens Corning Buys Spray Foam Maker
After casting doubts on spray foam in earlier appeal to builders, the insulation giant changes its message
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Spray Foam Gone Wrong
Most installations go smoothly, but any one of several lapses can mean poor quality foam, adhesion problems, or unrelenting odors
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Using a Spray Foam Insulation Kit
What are the benefits and risks of do-it-yourself foam installations?
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More Insulation and Heat Pumps on Government To-Do List
With only skimpy details in hand, manufacturers weigh impact of Biden administration's call to arms
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Is Adding More Insulation Worth It?
A re-siding project is an opportunity to add exterior insulation—if the effort will pay off