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Are straw sips panels available in bc or Canada?

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Cost to install alternative wall panels to drywall?

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What is the best way to insulate the exterior of a post and beam timber frame with rigid insulation?

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What can I use as an air barrier under an old wood floor with no sub floor?

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Why do I have condensation on my ceiling and how do I fix it?

Posted by bruce chambers Nov. 5, 2021 Walls and Roofs 5 responses

Is moisture a problem in an unvented cathedral ceiling under a vented attic?

Posted by Kyle Burgmeier Oct. 25, 2021 Roof assemblies - renovation 1 response

What type of non-toxic insulation is best for kids rooms that are being remodeled?

Posted by HyungMi Kook Oct. 14, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

Can you add furring to 2 x 4 walls to hold 2 by 6 insulation?

Posted by Michael McDougall Oct. 13, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

How do you support windows and doors when mounting them mid-insulation in a wall?

Posted by mark ward Oct. 11, 2021 Windows and doors 1 response

Why is there condensation behind my vapor barrier?

Posted by John Young Oct. 11, 2021 Wall assemblies - new construction 1 response

Should I put insulation on the exterior of a brick house?

Posted by Andrew T Oct. 3, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

Why is rain cpming in through windows on new home build?

Posted by Kyle Bon Oct. 1, 2021 Windows and doors 1 response

How do you stop high condensation in a house?

Posted by Milly Bassier Sept. 27, 2021 Walls and Roofs 1 response

What type of insulation is best for coach house?

Posted by morwarid safa Sept. 24, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

Should I use vapor barrier on ceiling of a three season cottage?

Posted by Erica Pennell Sept. 14, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

What is the best non toxic insulation for a house?

Posted by Jude Smith Sept. 10, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

Where can I purchase hemp insulation and what is the lead time?

Posted by Nancy McEnery Sept. 8, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

How do you stop air leaks in an old 1950's house?

Posted by Don Fraser Sept. 3, 2021 Air and vapour barriers 1 response
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