Finished Basement
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InSoFast for Basement Insulation
A rundown of the properties of this EPS foam insulation product that solves for heat, air, and moisture flows
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Prioritizing Home Performance Upgrades, Part 2
How to tackle energy efficiency improvements to get the best results—a case study
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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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Insulating a Walkout Basement
Is it better to insulate the walls or the ceiling in a partially finished basement?
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Closed-Cell Spray Foam for Sub-Slab Insulation
The pros and cons of using CCSF under a concrete slab
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A Builder’s Home, Done Right
Starting with stock plans, a builder prioritized envelope details and made modifications to fit his family and their future
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How to Keep Your Basement Dry and Healthy
A proven method for contolling water, air movement, vapor diffusion, and heat loss in foundation slabs and walls
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What’s the Best Way to Insulate a Basement Slab?
For new construction in the northeast, a homeowner considers XPS, EPS, and spray polyurethane foam
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USG EcoSmart Gypsum Wallboard
Manufactured with less water and lower CO2 emissions—what’s a green builder not to love?
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Installing Rigid Foam Above a Concrete Slab
You can sandwich rigid foam between an existing concrete slab and new plywood or OSB subflooring
