The Importance of Sustainable Building Materials
Sustainable building materials play a pivotal role in addressing environmental challenges and promoting a more sustainable future for the construction industry. As the global population grows and urbanization expands, the demand for buildings and infrastructure increases exponentially. However, this surge in construction has come at a significant cost to the environment, including resource depletion, pollution, […]
What is the Best Low Embodied Carbon Insulation Material?
Carbon has been a big topic of discussion in the insulation industry recently. In regards to eco-friendly materials and actions that can help combat climate change, the way materials are made has a huge impact. Carbon is known to be detrimental to the Earth’s atmosphere when produced in large quantities. Most of the things we […]
What Are the Dangers of Fiberglass Insulation? A Look at Healthy Alternatives
Fiberglass insulation is known in the industry as one of the most popular, if not the most popular type of insulation for homes. It can be used in wall cavities, basements, attics, and just about anywhere you might need insulation. It’s also relatively inexpensive and easy to install, though messy. However, fiberglass insulation is by […]
5 Spray Foam Insulation Problems and a Look at Alternatives
As a home builder, you know that the type of insulation you put into a home can have a huge impact on the energy efficiency level, durability, and even the safety of the residents. When it comes to home insulation, each type has its pros and cons. For example, spray foam insulation, typically made of […]
Fiberglass vs. Mineral Wool Insulation and an Excellent Alternative
Home insulation comes in many different varieties, with fiberglass and mineral wool being two of the most popular. Both of these materials have pros and cons and they are both produced in unique ways. They are both common insulation choices for homebuilders, so you might be wondering what the best option is. Let’s take a comprehensive look at how these two materials stack up against each other and what a superior alternative might be. What is Fiberglass? To the average person, fiberglass is pink itchy
4 Mineral Wool Insulation Alternatives to Consider When Insulating a Home or Building
Learn about 4 excellent eco-friendly alternatives to mineral wool insulation.
Healthiest and Safest Non-Toxic Insulation Options
Updated: Oct 21, 2022 Insulating a home is one of the most important steps in the construction process. Insulation helps maintain a desirable temperature inside the home and goes a long way towards lowering the monthly energy bills. It can also help prevent moisture intrusion, mold damage, insect damage, and other types of deterioration from […]
The Future is Hempcrete
Updated: Sep 16, 2022 Reposted from METROPOLIS Magazine As the construction industry grapples with its hefty carbon footprint, hemp is rapidly rising to the fore as the innovator’s material of choice—in Europe, at least. By: Malaika Byng Hemp, a variety of cannabis sativa with very low levels of the psychoactive compound tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), can sequester twice […]
HempWool Insulation for Remodels and Renovations
Starting a home renovation or remodel comes with a plethora of moving parts… and costs. From new ideas to tasks, the never-ending list of home improvements can seem daunting. Although it’s important to remain cost-effective and on schedule, taking the opportunity to look at the current condition of your insulation and evaluate if an upgrade […]
The Underlying Cost of Spray Foam
Spray Foam as it’s known today, emerged in the 1980s and has since been marketed as the latest and greatest innovation in home insulation, including as a material for “green building” due to its ability to help conserve energy. This petroleum-based chemical insulation applied on the inside of walls, caught on fast as it offered […]
