My question: how do you insulate at the very peak? Insulation is square, the peak is not... do you just stuff more in that triangular gap? Like I said, we have put the foam rafter vents in the entire length from the big peak beam to soffit. I just don't know how much to stuff...
Consider adding motion sensors to reduce energy consumption further. Insulate Using Eco-Friendly Materials Proper insulation in your garage can reduce energy costs. Materials like cotton batt insulation, sheep’s wool, or recycled denim are effective and sustainable options....
Ceiling Stairs Garage floorPreparing To PaintMake SpaceThe first item of business is to get everything out of the garage in order to prep and paint. Because this is a big undertaking, it’s best to tackle this in the spring or early fall when it’s warm and not too hot, and there’...
A new spacious garage is the answer, and this is the Instructable to make it possible. As a new homeowner and avid DIY type guy, I was up against a big challenge when tackling a brand new construction of this magnitude. Let my mistakes and sage advice steer you clear of pitfalls and h...
If the mold is on the garage door, it’s due to condensation from excess humidity in the winter. Installing a low-CFM constant flow bath fan in the exterior wall will solve the problem. If the mold is on the ceiling, I recommend investigating it as a roof leak. Mold due to condensati...
So, I am remodeling a garage (20′ ceiling) to add a second floor. My plan is to lag bolt 2×12’s to the existing studs in the walls and run TJI in hangers across the span. Is this ok? Anything I should be looking at? Reply Todd Mark – You need to be sure you have pro...
Tie plumbing into the main home's existing stacks to save since this is typically the biggest basement expense, says architect Duo Dickinson. Focus on comfort and warmth. Go with carpet tiles or area rugs atop cold stone or concrete; insulate walls, ceilings, floors, and pipes, and use mate...
Learn How To Insulate Basement Walls Properly. Basement Insulation is very difficult to under. Learn how to insulate basement walls from industry pro Todd Fratzel.
There are many misconceptions about the best way to insulate a van, and it’s important to do this step right. Install floors, walls, and ceiling. Subfloor, flooring, wall paneling, and a ceiling. Installing Your Vanlife Power System. We recommend installing solar panels and a battery ...
To help keep your tubers dark, dry, and cool, you may want to consider storing potatoes in sawdust. The sawdust will help insulate the potatoes from outside temperatures while also soaking up excess moisture. You could also use dirt orpeat mossto produce the same effect. ...