Homes and buildings need insulation to control inside temperatures. Are you getting the best value for your project? Here's a look at how R-Value affects what you pick. R-Value, also known as "thermal ...

Q: I read in a column of yours that home insulation should have a “proper R-value.” What does that mean? — Doris L., Pittsburgh A: R-value refers to the level of resistance to heat flow that ...

Autumn’s falling temperatures get many of us thinking about apple cider, trick-or-treating, and… R-values. If your home isn’t well insulated, these chilly nights may remind you to start thinking about ...

In recent years, requiring building envelopes for greater insulation layers have become a trend for new construction. Despite this trend, it has been shown that dynamic insulation systems, which offer ...

Mineral stone wool insulation batts are slightly better insulators than the off-the-shelf fiberglass batts sold at most lumberyards and home centers. Mineral wool batts for 2×4 walls have an R-value ...

Q: My utility bills are high and I am adding a room to my house. I want to insulate the room properly and have the contractor add some insulation in the rest of the house. What type of insulation is ...

Dear Jim: My utility bills are high, and I am adding a room to my house. I want to insulate the room properly and have the contractor add some insulation in rest of the house. What type of insulation ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › A worker sprays foam insulation onto rafters in an attic. Highlights The typical cost ...

In recent years, requiring building envelopes for greater insulation layers have become a trend for new construction. Despite this trend, it has been shown that dynamic insulation systems, which offer ...

If you’re like us, the expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam inserts that protect many packages these days are a source of mixed feeling. On the one hand, we’re glad that stuff arrives intact thanks to the ...