If you know your industrial materials, you know polystyrene as the typical Styrofoam coffee cup. If you can’t imagine thousands of coffee cups mushed together to make insulation, just think about it for a second. That’s whole reason manufacturers use polystyrene. It insulates so well that you can pour boiling coffee into it and not …
Yes, they are very good insulation. My great-grandparents lived in the extreme southeastern portion of Alabama. It was steamy and humid, making naps a torturous thing. However, when Ma shut the wooden shutters, it suddenly got cool in her bedroom. Naps then became, well, not a treat to a small child, but a bit easier …
I found a list of at least 10 signs that your insulation is bad. I wouldn’t jump to conclusions if I were you though. I suggest that you schedule a professional inspection to determine if noticeable damage is because of insulation or another cause. 10 Signs of Bad Insulation 1. Pest Infestations Insects, mice, flies …
If you have cats, you know how much they love to sit in the windows. When you have horizontal blinds, you know how annoying that can be. I used to live in a place that had big windows right by the front door. From there, you could see almost the entirety of the first floor. …
Thermalite blocks make good insulation. Thermalite’s strong thermal and acoustic insulation, ease of handling, compressive strength, flame and humidity resilience, and other unique properties result from the material’s closed microcellular framework, which has tiny areas of air bubbles. The superior thermal insulation capabilities of Thermalite make it simpler to satisfy U-value standards and can assist …
The simple answer is yes, though there are many more factors that need to be addressed before you begin cracking open a paint can. When we think of the word insulation, we either think of a natural material like: the goose down found in your winter coat, or a synthetic option like: the fiberglass/ spray …
There is nothing more shocking than opening up a wall in your home to come across a dark patch, perhaps even a full wall of black discoloured insulation. Immediately you may assume it is black mold, but first we must assess the situation before determining what really might be causing this problem. An important element …
Have you ever wondered why noise is considered a type of pollution? It’s not just a phrase; The Environmental Protection agency legitimately classifies certain types of noise as pollution. That’s because noise pollution can be just as harmful as other types of pollution. When noise is too loud and too consistent, it can cause health problems like insomnia, stress-related illnesses, hearing loss, and …
There are so many things I would like to do with my garage because let’s be real, I never put my car in there. I have considered turning it into a gym, or a work area for all my projects around the house. One of the major concerns stopping me is that I do not …
No matter the climate in which your home is located, insulation makes it a better living space. A properly insulated home stays cooler in the summer and warmer during the winter. A home with properly insulated exterior walls, ceiling, and the roof has fewer drafts, holds its temperature better, and costs less to keep comfortable. …
Instead of spending your time and money on something fun and carefree are you are finding yourself having to step up, adult and take care of the house you call home- or rental or flip. And the attic is screaming for attention to its air gaps. While it may be tempting to turn your head …
Looking for a challenging DIY (or, at least, partial-DIY) home project? Not falling through the attic into the living room or onto the dining room table challenging enough for you? Well, installing blown-in insulation in the attic may be just the thing. As with any home-improvement project, advance – and proper – preparation is key. …
Thinking about adding insulation to your attic? Great idea. The best, in fact. There is literally no other insulation project that has more impact when it comes to improving the comfort and energy efficiency of your home. If you’re just beginning the process of adding or replacing insulation throughout your house, the attic is the …
I was mortified! I had never really noticed it, because, well, I suppose I don’t spend enough time cleaning my baseboards. My mother-in-law was in town, sleeping over in the guest room. She “accidentally” knocked her purse over behind the nightstand and noticed what I think was the last thing I would have ever had …
Approximately 28 million U.S. homes have a crawl space, which is an area under the house that’s hollow and usually vented to the outside. Its purposes are many, and so are its potential problems. One of the crawl space’s biggest drawbacks is that it exposes the home to moisture, which can cause mold, wood rot, …
Have things seemed a little drafty around your house lately? Is the cold air coming up where you’d least expect it, such as from overhangs and floors? If the chilly blasts are coming from unlikely places, it just might be time for your next home-improvement project…insulating cantilevered floor joists. Probably not what you were expecting. …
Do you know how lucky you are? If you’re reading this article, you probably own a home with a basement. Not all houses have basements. While they are common in the northeastern and Midwestern parts of the United States, they are fairly rare in the south and along the coasts. There are many reasons for …
Fiberglass or glass fiber is one of the most predominant fibers that are used in the industry of reinforced polymer. Other than fiberglass, carbon fiber, and Kevlar are reinforcements that are commonly used. Fiberglass is highly versatile and can be made into sheets or randomly woven into fabrics. The glass fibers can be made into different types of glass, depending upon the purpose for which it is to …
Installing an insulation system can drastically reduce energy consumption in your house. This is the best way to keep your house cool in the summers while keeping it warm during the winters. However, most of the modern homes are designed to be energy efficient themselves, and there is no point in installing the system then. …
While most every home today plays host to an array of electronic devices it is not the widescreen TVs, sound system, track lighting, security cams, refrigerators, microwaves, toasters, blenders, myriad smartphones, laptops, tablets or the PC that account for the bulk of a home’s energy costs. It’s heating and cooling. The average cost of heating …