Blown-in Cellulose
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Going Above Prescriptive Code Insulation Values
How much is too much? Consider this rough cost-benefit analysis of adding extra cellulose insulation to an attic floor.
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Considerations When Insulating With Dense-Pack Cellulose
Is netting and strapping the ideal method? What's the best drywall thickness? How can you minimize bulging?
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Shrinking Supplies of Old Newspapers Challenge Cellulose Manufacturers
Recycled cardboard boxes are stepping into the breach
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Does Poorly Installed Insulation Decrease R-Value?
Yes, and here's some guidance on just how much R-Value can be impacted by shoddy insulation work
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Fibrous Insulation Types and Considerations
Ruminations on the recycled content and carbon load of "warm and fluffy" insulation types
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Details for Insulating a Double-Stud Wall With Cellulose
The wall assembly looks like the best value, but questions remain about how to get all that insulation blown in
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Canadian Pays for Fire in Two Ways
Firefighters send homeowner a bill because his house was insulated with cellulose
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Blown Insulation for Attics: Fiberglass vs. Cellulose
Both perform better than batts and are less expensive than spray polyurethane. Neither is perfect.
