to two inches. Some types of thicker foam board insulation are available, but may need to be special ordered. In short, it’s ...

Here’s the rub: Though this is the cheapest method of insulating, both types of batts ... grade foam board or other approved materials. If your basement lacks proper exterior insulation (and ...

Adding spray foam insulation is one of the most effective ... and it’s a better insulator than batts per board foot. And, when it comes to choosing between DIY or professional installation ...

We already know how sexy insulation is here at Popular Mechanics. But which type is the sexiest? Fiberglass batts, sprayed foam polymers, or those recycled jeans everybody always talks about?

This is where batt insulation makes sense ... which may result in low levels of formaldehyde emissions over time -- though most of the formaldehyde is removed during a baking process. One fiberglass ...