Spray Foam Insulation- Page 2 of 7
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Pros and Cons of Spray Foam Insulation
Spray foam is a problematic problem-solver—here's what you need to know when deciding whether to use it
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Things to Consider When Choosing Insulation
With implications on the building envelope, the environment, and installer and homeowner health, R-value is just the beginning
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The BS* + Beer Show: Fixing Common Building Problems
A visual-heavy explantion of typical deficiencies seen in existing houses
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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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Spray Foam’s Impact on Indoor Air Quality
Odors that linger can be an indication that the foam has not cured properly
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Residential Post-and-Frame Construction, Part 2: Foundation
A frost-protected shallow foundation and in-floor hydronic heat ensure optimal interior conditions and occupant comfort
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Insulation Upgrades for Existing Homes
Priority areas and key considerations when adding new insulation to older homes
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Deep-Energy Retrofit of a Centuries-Old Warehouse
A historical commercial building is turned into a live-work space using building-science principles
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Controlling Humidity in an Attic with Spray Foam Insulation
These preliminary data look promising, but the jury's still out
