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Phthalates and Children’s Health
If you have kids, steer clear of these common chemicals found in many plastics
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Planning for a Permanent Wood Foundation
An owner-builder proposes a wood foundation but wonders whether he has all the details right
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Wood-Fiber Insulation
Learn about this promising material's characteristics and market status
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A New Look at Foil-Faced Bubble Wrap
Scammers are still promoting this worthless R-1 product as insulation
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Cities Confront Climate Challenge
Ending the use of fossil fuels to heat homes and buildings is no easy feat for cities built on natural gas
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Transitioning an Air Barrier for Continuity
When moving from a vertical wall plane to a horizontal ceiling plane, it’s critical to avoid gaps
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Two Carbon-Smart Ideas in the Attic
Details on insulating and air-sealing unconditioned attics that lower embodied carbon
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Trombe Wall Construction: Mass and Glass
A straightforward assembly for capturing solar heat energy
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The BS* + Beer Show: Playing With Fire: Indoor Combustion
If you are going to burn wood or use other combustion appliances in a tight enclosure, here are some tips for doing it safely
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Electric Vehicle Charging
Basic chargers will top off the battery, but newer technologies have far more to offer