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Insulation Materials & How-To Guides: Page 3
Cellulose, fiberglass, mineral wool, R-values and code requirements explained for New England attics, walls, basements and garages.
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Insulation Materials
Draft Stopping in Attics and Floor Systems: What Builders Need to Know
What draft stopping is, how it differs from fireblocking, where codes require it in floor/ceiling assemblies and attics and which materials are used.
Insulation Materials
Fire Retardant Paint and Intumescent Coatings: How They Work
How fire retardant and intumescent paints work, where they are used over wood, steel and spray foam, and what building codes require.
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