GBA Topics- Page 4 of 80
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Pros and Cons of Fireplaces
Is ambiance worth the consequences of burning wood in an airtight house?
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Three Climate-Tech Startups Share Their Innovations
GBA speaks with standouts from the World Economic Forum's Technology Pioneers selectees
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Designing Fire-Ready, Resilient Houses
A Texas-based architect describes building ignition-resistant houses in accordance with the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code
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Working With Linseed Oil Paint
Learn the ins and outs of how to mix and apply this centuries-old painting medium
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Dehumidifying With Heat Pump Water Heaters
Dehumidification is listed as a selling point for HPWHs but are they actually effective at lowering humidity?
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The Harris Housing Plan
The presidential candidate is touting an “opportunity economy,” but what does this entail and how does it support affordable housing?
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Insulating Century-Old Walls
Is it better to approach insulation upgrades from the interior or the exterior?
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Laminated Glass, Part 1
Learn about the materials that comprise this type of safety glass and its key characteristics
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Renovating an Old Basement
Lessons learned from the demolition, investigation, and reparation of a 60-year-old basement
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How China Became the World’s Leader on Renewable Energy
China has achieved remarkable growth in its installed renewable capacity over the past two decades. Now it must move ahead with reforms to its national electricity system.
