After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Adding loose-fill insulation to an unfinished attic is a gotta-do-it project for even the unhandiest homeowner. Blow-in insulation will create a sound barrier and add insulating power to your home, ...

On average, you will spend about $2,100 to fully insulate an attic that does not have existing insulation. The cost of the ...

Some types of insulation are cheap and easy to use, but they may come with significant drawbacks, like being vulnerable to ...

Ceiling insulation is designed to reduce the transfer of heat through the ceiling. Heat naturally flows from warm to cool areas, particularly through ceilings. During the winter months, the heat ...

With more than 20 years' experience in energy efficiency and sustainability, Karen cuts through the jargon to explain environmental impacts and help you find greener options. Insulating a pitched roof ...

Learn how to make cellulose insulation and install your DIY cellulose insulation using newspapers and a farm-type hammermill. Is there ever a “wrong” reason to learn how to make cellulose insulation?

When thinking about renovating their homes, homeowners may imagine changing wall colors, expanding room sizes or upgrading appliances and fixtures. However, unless people take inventory of the less ...

As you'll recall, last issue Gerry Burger gave us a little background on the evolution of interior sound deadening and heat insulation, as well as introducing us to Dynamat' s year- and model-specific ...