Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. Back in May of this year I wrote about a new rigid mineral wool insulation product from Roxul and how it can be used in place of foam-plastic ...

One of the toughest decisions in green building is the choice of insulation. Each type has its own set of virtues and problems. Last summer I wrote an article to try and address this confusion. I didn ...

WABASH, Ind. — Thermafiber has announced the launch of UltraBatt, a new residential and light commercial insulation batt. The company said UltraBatt insulation is engineered to provide thermal comfort ...

Q: Why do you like mineral wool batts better than fibreglass? I’m replacing the vermiculite insulation in my attic. A: In tests I conducted years ago and based on personal experience I’ve had with ...

Last week's column addressed cellulose insulation, which is the greenest and one of the most effective insulation materials available. But it isn't always practical or affordable to install cellulose.

Thermafiber® SAFB™ mineral wool batts are non-combustible, moisture-resistant, non-corrosive, non-deteriorating, mildew-resistant and vermin-resistant and can be installed in both steel and wood ...