Q:I have an open ceiling in my garage that is insulated with paper-backed R-13 batts with the fiberglass exposed and held in place by metal strips. The ceiling has a lot of pipes and wires running ...

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) has produced an instructional three-part video series along with pictorial guides to assist insulation contractors and ...

Homeowners who plan to install insulation batts in their ceiling will soon be able to apply for the Government's $1,600 rebate. The Government plans to spend $2.7 billion funding the rebate as part of ...

Mineral wool batts for 2×6 walls have an R-value of 23, compared with R-19 for fiberglass batts. A 2×4 stud cavity filled with blown-in cellulose has an R-value of about 13. Spray foam insulates ...

Having an open ceiling to reveal rafters makes for a dramatic effect, but the ugly insulation batts ruin the look. An alternative to drywall that looks great in a workshop is to cover the insulation ...

Last week's column addressed cellulose insulation, which is the greenest and one of the most effective insulation materials available. But it isn't always practical or affordable to install cellulose.

Insulation is one of the most important elements of a home’s efficiency, helping to keep energy bills low and the interior comfortable. Making sure that a home has at least the minimum recommended ...