Blown Insulation
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New Cellulose Manufacturer Set for a 2018 Launch
The Buffalo-based company will help fill the void left by the closure of National Fiber
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Attic-Insulation Upgrade
Seal air leaks first; then add extra insulation for an energy-saving improvement with great bang for the buck
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Getting to Know Spider Insulation
Spray-applied fiberglass insulation offers huge benefits over fiberglass batts and even has some advantages over cellulose
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Farmhouse Style Meets Passive House
**By Daniel Ernst** When my family made the decision to move to Virginia, we agreed that somehow, some way, we would find a home that could comfortably accommodate seven people,…
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Video: Ice Dams, Insulation, and Roof Venting
How Ice Dams Form and How to Stop Them
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Advice from a Homeowner
Contractors: remember that communication is important
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Can Cellulose be Used in an Unvented Roof?
Without ridge or soffit vents, the concern is moisture accumulation
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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.
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How to Install Cellulose Insulation
Insulation expert Bill Hulstrunk provides detailed instructions for blowing loose-fill cellulose on attic floors and dense-packing walls
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Solar Decathlon 2011: Middlebury College’s Self-Reliance House
Taking inspiration from an Emerson essay, the team members infuse the traditional-looking gable form with net-zero-energy performance and environmentally friendly materials
