Learn how to retrofit 1930s rafters to meet modern insulation standards. This guide offers practical solutions for blending vintage construction with today’s energy efficiency requirements.

Read on to find out the strengths of various insulation boards, where to buy them and how they are best applied around the home. Insulation boards are rigid boards or sheets made of foamed polystyrene ...

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Next, you'll want to add insulation between your wall studs and in the rafters to keep your attic closet at a comfortable temperature all year long. When insulating your attic, you may want to ...