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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. With a little skill and no outside help, you can easily insulate some exposed heating pipes in your home. Kai Remmers/dpa For the ...

Learn how to install fiberglass insulation in stud bays for ceilings and walls in new construction. This video covers both faced and unfaced insulation options, along with techniques for cutting insul ...

Having an open ceiling to reveal rafters makes for a dramatic effect, but the ugly insulation batts ruin the look. An alternative to drywall that looks great in a workshop is to cover the insulation ...

Tired of an ugly old ceiling or keen on the look of exposed trusses? IsoBoard has the ideal solution – and provides superb insulation! Preparation is, as always, the secret to success! Before you ...

Q:I have an open ceiling in my garage that is insulated with paper-backed R-13 batts with the fiberglass exposed and held in place by metal strips. The ceiling has a lot of pipes and wires running ...

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 ...

Dear Jim: I like recessed lights, but I hear they are leaky and inefficient. Are there new types which are more efficient? How do I install one properly in an insulated ceiling? – Drew H. Dear Drew: ...