Ceiling insulation

A well-insulated home is not only cheaper to live in but also provides far more comfort as the seasons change. Knowing this, you might wonder how to insulate a ceiling with exposed rafters. This post combines up-to-date research and industry professional knowledge to answer your question. Insulating a ceiling with exposed rafters is more complicated […]

After painstakingly insulating our walls, Chris to turned his attention to something even harder — insulating the vaulted ceiling. By the time he is through with the retrofit, our ceiling will have 10 distinct layers and be 17 inches thick. Wowza.

Raked ceilings with exposed beams may look nice, but they are near-impossible to insulate. James Stapledon explains how he insulated the ceilings in his home to greatly improve thermal performance.

A common question that comes up with vaulted ceilings is how to install insulation in them. Why? Because these ceilings are known to pose a unique challenge when it comes to laying insulation. We've researched best practices and methods for insulating vaulted ceilings, and in this post, we will share them with you. Here are […]

Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — as long as it's installed correctly. Here are five common insulation mistakes to avoid.

Basements are known for being one of the coldest rooms in a home. But do their ceilings need insulation? We've researched whether or not basements need to have insulated ceilings, and in this post, we will share our findings with you. Basements don't require insulation. However, there are advantages and disadvantages to installing insulation in […]

Is garage ceiling insulation right for you? Find out how to save money and lower your energy bills just by adding a little insulation in your garage ceiling!

Reflectix insulation has over a dozen money-saving applications for around the home. The list of uses includes crawl space, radiant floor, attic and walls, just to name a few. The product is easy to handle and install. All you need are scissors, a staple gun, safety goggles and a tape measure. Since our insulation is fiber free, no protective garments or respirators are required. Reflectix R-21 Attic Wall Unfaced Reflective Roll Insulation 200-sq ft (24-in W x 100-ft L) Individual Pack…

Foam board insulation is a terrific alternative to fiberglass. Learn why, and where to use it.

An old product with big advantages makes a comeback.