Warm all over

Article Abstract:

New insulation options make you feel even better about saving energy as some contain a high percentage of recycled material; others come in new formulations that remove or replace ingredients known to be environmentally harmful. The chief measure of insulation performance is R-value, which is derived from standardized tests that determine how well the material resists heat flow, and the current standards in most parts of the US call for at least R-13 exterior walls and R-38 ceilings.

Facilities & equipment, Installation, Equipment and supplies, Varieties, Electric insulators, Electrical insulators, Technology installation instructions, Green design

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True faux: Wood, stone, and plaster look-alikes so convincing you'd swear they're the real thing

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A study of the history of building material reveals that people have been using fake materials to build these buildings for a long time. Some such interior and exterior look-alikes are illustrated which include a cast foam that resembles a wood bracket, wood dust and plastic that can be mistaken for porch decking, and recycled tires looking like red-cedar shakes.

Product quality, STONE, CLAY, AND GLASS PRODUCTS, Building materials industry, Quality management, Building materials, Building materials durability

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Built-in bookcases

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A portfolio of design ideas is offered as well as practical building advice to help one design a good-looking and functional bookcase. Various bookcases designed by different architects are presented in order to illustrate the possible varieties available.

Design and construction, Bookcases

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