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How to Build an Insulated Cathedral Ceiling
Whether you decide to make it vented or unvented, get the details right — because every cathedral ceiling offers opportunities to make big mistakes
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Creating a Conditioned Attic
Five questions to consider before insulating a sloped roof
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How to Finish Exterior Foundation Insulation
Options abound for covering up above-grade rigid foam insulation, including one that may surprise you
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Calculating the Minimum Thickness of Rigid Foam Sheathing
In this case, the code is your friend — just follow the IRC’s foam thickness table
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Can Exterior Foam Insulation Cause Mold and Moisture Problems?
A thick layer of rigid foam insulation amounts to a vapor barrier on the outside of a house. Won't this trap moisture and rot the OSB?
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Does Fiberglass Insulation Still Make Sense?
This article takes a close look at the various insulation choices (batts, blow-in, and spray) and discusses their pros, cons and costs. There is significant talk about air infiltration, the…