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Chainsaw Retrofit and Energy Performance
Cutting off the eaves to carry the air and thermal barriers from the wall sheathing to the roof plane is an effective performance upgrade for some old homes.
What to Consider When Choosing Insulation
With the material's implications for the building envelope, the environment, and installer and homeowner health, R-value is just the beginning
Best Practices for Building Fire-Resilient Homes
Learn how to greatly reduce a building’s risk of wildfire damage while also creating a more comfortable and durable home by leveraging smart building science principles and material choices.
Exterior Insulation: Strategies for Success in the Field and Staying on Budget
In this webinar, builder and energy-efficiency consultant Randy Williams overviews affordable and effective strategies and details for installing rigid insulation on the outside of a home.
Working With Stone Wool Insulation
Builder Jason Mollak overviews the installation details of Rockwool insulation on the foundation and exterior walls, in stud bays, and inside floors and ceilings.
Why Should I Use Mineral-Wool Exterior Insulation?
Learn how installing semi-rigid mineral wool outside of wall sheathing reduces thermal bridging and improves a home's energy efficiency.
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Insulating for Passive House Standards
Learn how the team at the 2020 FHB House utilized Rockwool products to make the home more comfortable and efficient.
Foam-Free Insulated Foundations
If you want to avoid foam insulation, you can use semi-rigid mineral wool—or you can build your house on piers.
“Warm and Fluffy” Insulation
Builder Andy Engel ruminates on the recycled content and carbon burden of fibrous insulations.
How to Choose Insulation
Five builders and designers from different climate zones share their go-to insulation strategies.

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