What is Vermiculite? Vermiculite is a lightweight, granular material. It is produced by heating mica-like minerals to expand them like...

What is Airtightness in a House? Residential construction has come a long way in the last few decades, with a greater focus on energy...

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Cut through the marketing jargon and stay cool this summer. Too Many Choices It may feel like there are simply too many choices when...

The difference could mean big savings next winter. Standard, Mid-Efficiency, and High-Efficiency Let's start by clearing up some naming...