Do two vapour barriers within a wall assembly create moisture related problems?
The dreaded double vapour barrier syndrome has been a topic [...]
What is Thermal Bridging?
Thermal bridges, also known as cold bridges, are areas where [...]
Why does the Quik-Therm Interior Basement and Concrete Insulation System (CIS) perform so well?
Quik-Therm CIS is an all in one composite insulation system [...]
What is the Effective R-value of 2″ Quik-Therm MPI in a wood wall assembly?
The Effective R-value of a wood frame wall assembly including [...]
What is the Effective R-value of R-20 fiberglass insulation in a 2×6 wood frame wall assembly?
ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers) states [...]
What is the difference between Labelled R-value and Effective R-value?
Labelled or Nominal R-value – is the current industry standard [...]
What is the best way to insulate concrete basement walls?
Basements are subterranean structures, they are inherently cold and damp. [...]