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  Properly insulating your home is one of the most effective ways to substantially lower your energy costs. For a truly successful insulation job, there are a few pitfalls to avoid. Blocking attic air flow The air in your attic is designed to flow in from the soffit vents then out through roof vents. This prevents humidity issues in the attic and extends the life of your roof. Piling insulation on top of soffit vents blocks air flow and will cause long term damage to your attic and roof. An easy way to avoid this problem is to install vent baffles at every soffit vent. Baffles allow air to freely enter the attic and insulation can be closely fitted around them. Too much Over-stuffing fiberglass insulation will diminish it’s effectiveness. Fiberglass insulation contains thousands of fiber threads with tiny air pockets in between. It’s these air pockets that slow temperature change. When you pack in and compress fiberglass insulation, there are fewer air poc...

  ROCKWOOL stone wool insulation can add warmth and comfort to your home and living areas while adding a layer of protection to your home. Discover how ROCKWOOL can help keep your family safe and cozy this winter: Regulated temperature ROCKWOOL ComfortBatt is designed to improve your home’s energy efficiency, helping to lower the cost of your heating and cooling bills. Batts come in various thicknesses and R-values, ranging from 2.5″ to 8″ in thickness and R-values from 10 to 32 for superior home comfort. Denser batts ROCKWOOL batts are approximately three times denser than fibreglass batts, which allows a tighter fit within the wall. ComfortBatt has a distinctive flexible edge made to compress on insertion and expand against the frame studs to close any gaps and spaces. Improved air quality ROCKWOOL ComfortBatt provides a healthier indoor environment. As a GREENGUARD Gold Certified product, ComfortBatt passes strict criteria to ensure it is acceptable f...

  ENERGY STAR® Small changes to your utility usage can add up to big savings on your monthly bills. Try these tips to conserve energy and decrease consumption. Smart thermostat Adjusts to energy-saving temperatures when you are asleep or away. Provides data so you can track and manage consumption. Laundry Washers and dryers use a lot of energy. Try to wash full loads only, use the cold water cycle and hang your clothes to dry on hangers and clothes racks. Foam sealant Polyurethane-based. Expands to fill gaps and cracks indoors and outdoors...

Understanding the Differences between Nominal and Actual Sizes Nominal size refers to the size of the board when it was first rough sawn, while actual size refers to the board's true dimensions after it has been processed and planed which usually take between 1/8" to 1/4" off each side that has been processed. Understanding this difference can save you a lot of frustration and ensure that your project comes out looking the way you want it to. For Example, if your ordering a Dressed 1 x 4 that is its Nominal Size its Actual Dimension will be 3/4" x 3-1/2".  Here is a Quick Chart of Nominal Sizes vs Actual Sizes          What should the board look like? Always double check to make sure the boards your getting are not cupped or bowed. You can even do the nose trick with the board up to your nose and looking down the length of the board on all four sides. Cupping Cupping; which is warp across the width of the lumber. Bowing Bowing; which is a warp...

    Looking for a place to store your BBQ utensils? This wall-mounted barbecue tool holder is the perfect solution! Follow along with the beginner-friendly plans to make this for your backyard! Difficulty: Moderate By Making Manzanita    Source:  https://learn.kregtool.com/plans/wall-mounted-bbq-utensil-holder/ Tools Kreg Tools Kreg® Pocket-Hole Jig 720PRO ...