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Home Insulation Basics

Insulation is an important part of your home's construction and essential for keeping your home as quiet, comfortable and energy efficient as possible. Before you begin your installation project, take a few minutes to explore our Insulation Basics. Here you will find lots of useful information that explains how home insulation works and what kind of insulation to use. We have also included valuable safety tips to make your project go safer and smoother. And remember: we're here to help you do the job right!

It's a noisy world.

But your home doesn't have to be. Sound control insulation in interior walls is an easy way to ensure your peace and quiet.

Fight the high cost of energy.

With energy-efficient building materials like our Formaldehyde-free™ building insulation, you can start saving today.

Did You Know?

Whether or not you need a vapor retarder depends on your climate and your local building codes. Be sure to check the building codes to see if a vapor retarder is required. For additional guidance on vapor retarders, click here.

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