Stained glass is simply gorgeous. When you mix and match different colored pieces of glass to make attractive stained glass patterns, you can create windows whose beauty endures for years. But many people are unaware that you can overlay stained glass panels on top of regular windows. By doing this, you get superior energy efficiency and unequaled beauty all in one.
Foam insulation is very popular. I used spray foam insulation on one of my jobs years ago and had splendid results. But don't think for a moment that do it yourself spray foam insulation is possible. You need very special equipment to apply the foam insulation. Furthermore, if you put too much of the foam on the wall, it can expand far too much and you waste the expensive material.
Headers and beams size and load information is available in a free booklet. How to insert beams into a frame wall is illustrated, and a nifty electronic sensor can help you "see" what's behind your wall.
A beam is not a complicated feature to install, but unless you've been eating your spinach,its weight may require the muscle of another friend. Beams should be sized and typed for load by an engineer. Structural beams can be added with fewer headaches with these inside tips.
Column to beam connection requires good, solid connectors. Whether using columns or headers of wood, steel or other materials, there are a number of connectors available to solidly connect your columns to the beam.
Plywood can help remedy some of your safety worries if you try to walk on the little 1.5 inch wide edge of the trusses in your attic.
Installing insulation in your home is a fairly simple DIY project, and you need only simple tools that you likely already have around the house. Insulation is not the most fun project, however. Tips for installing fiberglass blankets or blown in insulation will advise on installing your insulation properly, whether DIY or hired.
R value is an important number for homeowners to understand. Insulation r value recommendations have been updated recently by the U.S. Department of Energy. R values for your home insulation needs will depend on which zone of our country you live in. Insulation manufacturers are listed in the table and advisory below, as well as associations for additional information about insulation r values.
Fiberglass has been improved with some new twists. Blown in insulation, of fiberglass, makes installing insulation easier in tight spots. Improved R value and health concerns have been addressed in another insulation product.
Insulation for the home has been readily improved through the years. Both fiberglass and cellulose insulation, in batt or blown in insulation form, have certain advantages as well as traits that need special diligence. Assure proper R-value--and your own safety, by reading these guidelines and tips.
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