Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

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 ...

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?

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 ...

Because warm air rises, the attic is the best place to start, particularly for those in colder climates. But any living space adjacent to the outdoors or, say, a transitional space such as a garage ...

Insulating a garage door is a project most homeowners can DIY. Here's why it's a project worthy of your to-do list.

Reduce heat loss or gain with a garage door insulation kit that suits your door and budget. Your home’s garage door is its weakest link regarding energy efficiency. As outdoor temperatures fluctuate, ...

Adam covers home improvements and mobile networks, splitting his time investigating topics from bathrooms to phone contracts. He was shortlisted at the BSME Talent Awards 2024. Insulation is essential ...

Adam covers home improvements and mobile networks, splitting his time investigating topics from bathrooms to phone contracts. He was shortlisted at the BSME Talent Awards 2024. On average, around a ...

New educational resource explains how insulation can address radiant heat, winter heat loss and condensation in the ...

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 ...

All too often hot rods are literally "hot" rods. Now, back in the good ol' days there were few choices when it came time to insulate your car. Basically the old jute-backed stuff would help quiet ...