Articles related to "Insulation"

Adequate house insulation helps home owners lower winter heating costs and provides environmental benefits to the community.

A classroom investigation into different insulation materials and how effective they are.

Install fiberglass insulation in the home to lower energy bills. It will suppress noise and increase privacy if installed in interior walls.

Adding more insulation to the right places can dramatically reduce home heating bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Sealing the drafts in your home can be one of the most cost effective ways to improve energy efficiency and comfort. Here's how to do it inexpensively.

Frozen smoke and solid smoke; nicknames for aerogel, an ephemeral solid substance that comprises over 99 per cent air. Can it show there may be life on other planets?

Insulation maintains the home's temperature. It pays for itself in energy conservation and lower utility bills. Use spray insulation for new homes, blown for existing.

Solving the problems of exterior noise requires awareness, common sense, and a simple know-how of basic construction techniques.

The pros and cons of two commonly used insulating materials for outdoor products.

If you have a tank-style hot water heater, especially an older one, you might be able to save a pretty penny by simply wrapping the tank in a precut insulation sheet.

In rainy British Columbia, the failure of 45 percent of condominium apartment buildings has heightened the call for more durable construction methods.

Making your home more energy efficient doesn't have to be expensive. Cheap, easy to install shrink film can keep heat or air conditioning from flying out the window.

Denim insulation? Trendy, but the new kid on the block is green, sustainable, energy efficient spray foam insulation made from soy beans. It's not just for tofu anymore.

An overview of different types of and uses for home insulation. Includes fibreglass, mineral wool, polystyrene, polyurethane and blown-in cellulose.

Making your home more energy efficient doesn't have to be expensive. There are a number of quick, inexpensive changes that you can make to green up and save money.

Energy savings are a priority in modern housing design. Understanding the r-value helps consumers evaluate potential building insulation materials.

Rising utility bills have created a genuine fuel poverty issue. It is possible to get cheaper electric and gas prices as well as cutting back on the amount of fuel used.

There is no better time than spring to get a fresh start on life by ridding the house of dust, pollen, mold, and other tiny hidden particles.

With growing energy and oil prices, it's increasingly important to conserve electricity and save on your power bills; here are some tips to help.

Tips for staying warm and dry while winter camping.

The price of energy is at all time highs and improving efficiency is more important than ever to homeowners this winter

Major upgrades may be costly upfront, but the return on investment will be relatively short, depending on the upgrades you choose.

If there is one thing constant in the world it is that home heating costs will constantly go up.

Two products stop heat from going through the attic into the home, radiant barrier foil and paint. Installation reduces utility bills and capture an income tax credit.

Heating and cooling a home accounts for the highest percentage of a family's energy usage, but it's possible to keep a home comfortable without spending a fortune.

With electricity and gas bills skyrocketing, it's more important than ever to make energy usage adjustments to the home and its appliances. Take control of utility bills.

Recessed can lights are installed with a few simple tools, like a stud finder. Unlike surface mounts and other lighting fixtures, they don't invade the living space.

Roof Radiant barrier spray or foil? Which one will lower utility bills and not effect cell phone reception? Both save on utility bills and are green energy solutions.

Animals can be classified based on the specialized ways of temperature control they have. Here are the ways that endotherms deal with varying hot and cold environments.

As the summer heat and Cap and Trade legislation arrives, save energy and reduce utility bills with insulation, Energy Star radiant barrier foil, and weatherstripping.

Add to the green community by adding green-friendly home improvement materials in home or building improvement projects.

Need motivation to install energy-saving winterizing upgrades at home? Consider federal home energy improvement tax incentives valued up to $1,500.

Energy costs are on the rise and homeowners are turning to online software and professionals to save money.

Kitchen design is part of an architect or home owner's job when considering new construction or a kitchen remodel. When storage space is lacking, build a walk-in pantry.

Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) are stay-in-place interlocking foam block products that provide great strength, sound-proofing and r-value.

The question used to be, "Metal roof or asphalt composition shingle roof?" Now, there are more shingle selections with qualities like impact, algae, and wind resistance.

Attic Ventilation is essential for exhausting hot air, to ease the load on the air conditioner, and to lower utility bills. This can be done with roof vents and fans.

Properly preparing the home and gardens for the winter season is just as important as the work that is put into them to keep them beautiful during the growing season.

Considering upgrading to more energy efficient windows, doors, insulation, roofing, HVAC, water heater, or a biomass stove? Claim it as a tax credit for 2009 or 2010.

Finding a reason for a leaking roof isn't always easy. In easy cases, a homeowner can find it and repair the shingles. A roof contractor can save time on hard cases.

People in the western world have been saving energy too long - their own. The value of labour-saving devices must be re-assessed if humankind is to save the environment

An overview of three dangerous, potentially even lethal, materials - lead, asbestos, and mold - found in many homes, and what to do about them

In Quebec, where summers are as fleeting as Andy Warhol's concept of fame, preparing for winter is serious business - and one that can prevent damage to your home.

During winter, old windows let out the warm air and let in the cold. Not only does this reduce the comfort level, but it raids the wallet to pay for fuel.

Consider merino wool underwear, Soft Shell mid-layers and thin outer Gortex to create a clothing layering system for maximum comfort, performance and temperature control.

Dry, comfortable, socks which keep your feet from blistering rates up there with a warm, dry, sleeping bag, as far as essential gear.

It takes sustainable building materials to build a green home. It will cost more. But it's a good investment in home equity, and if done right, will lower utility bills.

It's not only flu season. The autumnal equinox has passed; it's fall; winter is coming. It's time to winterize the home. These tips save energy and prevent frozen pipes.

Twenty-five years ago, women wore men's hunting apparel. Fifteen years ago, a few items were available that fit women's bodies. Today, all women can hunt comfortably.

When planning a home improvement project, don't forget to familiarize yourself with building codes and guidelines. Doing your homework will keep you safe and save money.