Blogs- Page 290 of 594
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Can Wood Replace Concrete and Steel in Skyscrapers?
An Oregon mill becomes the country's first manufacturer of cross-laminated timber panels as interest grows in using wood to build commercial structures
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The Science of Air Flow in Flex Duct
A Texas A&M study shows how much of a hit you take when you let flex duct sag
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Passivhaus Apartment Complex Would be a Giant
Scheduled to begin construction in October, this 276-unit multifamily project in Kansas City will seek certification from PHIUS
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Building a Small House in the White Mountains
We started our project in 2012 by clearing trees on our one-acre lot in northern New Hampshire
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Firm Will Test Smart Features in Rentals
Web-connected thermostats and locks could attract renters of apartments and save building owners time and money
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Should I Skip the Radiant Floor Heat?
Consultants say that a radiant-floor system will be overkill, but the owner doesn’t want to learn too late that the advice was wrong
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Flash-and-Batt Insulation
Spray foam between the studs can reduce air leaks, but a continuous layer of exterior rigid foam makes more sense than flash-and-batt
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Carbon Fees Are Not the Best Solution to Climate Pollution
Pollution fees play an important supporting role in stopping climate change, but they are not the star performer
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U.S. Green Building Council Names New CEO
The council's chief operating officer will take over when the current CEO leaves the post
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A Few Pressure Testing Tips and Tricks
Blower door and duct leakage testing can be easier if you use these techniques
