Can you build an energy-efficient home without resorting to the use of any spray foam insulation? The JLC Forums are always a reliable source for construction-related food for thought, and this recent thread about the various approaches to wall insulation is particularly appetizing. The question was posed by a newcomer, but veteran contributors like Bill Robinson, Mark Parlee, M Beezo, and Ted S. all contribute to the lively discussion. And for hor d’oeuvres, check out Joe (the godfather of foam insulation) Lstiburek’s seminal article, The Perfect Wall.
Spray Foam Pros and Cons
Asking if it's possible to build energy-efficient homes without using spray foam insulation, a new JLC Forum member kicks a hornet's nest.