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Even though it's heavily treated with fire-retardant chemicals prior to installation, it is a recognized fire hazard by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Spray foam insulation will ignite at 700°F.
To sum it up in a sentence, OSB is particle board's stronger cousin. (Both are engineered wood products made from wood pieces combined with resin;...
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How to Protect Carports and Metal Sheds From Rust Paint Isn't Enough. Paint can prevent moisture from reaching the steel, but you'll need a...
Read More »When you’re thinking about any product for your home, health and safety are obviously a priority—and insulation is no different. When it comes to health and safety properties, not all types of insulation are equal.
Plywood can be waterproofed with paint, polyurethane, or epoxy finish. Lightly sand the plywood with 180 grit sandpaper, clean off any sawdust, and...
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Using Oriented Strand Board is a tested way of reducing costs for building your shed. Plywood with similar properties currently costs about 30%...
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Fiberglass and mineral wool insulation are the most thoroughly tested insulation material available. The International Agency of Research on Cancer (IARC), the US National Toxicology Program (NTP) and the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard and Assessment have all stated that fiberglass and mineral wool thermal and acoustic insulations are not considered classified as carcinogens. Cellulose insulation Questions about the health and safety aspects of cellulose insulation persist in the building industry because very little medical or scientific testing of the products has been conducted. There’s still a need for full toxicological testing of dust from cellulose building insulation and dust from pure cellulose fibers. 3 Safety conclusions can’t really be drawn until extensive testing is completed. Questions about the health and safety aspects of cellulose insulation persist in the building industry because very little medical or scientific testing of the products has been conducted. There’s still a need for full toxicological testing of dust from cellulose building insulation and dust from pure cellulose fibers. Safety conclusions can’t really be drawn until extensive testing is completed. Spray foam The safety of spray foam insulation is still being evaluated. If you’re worried about the impact of chemicals on your home and family, you’ll want to learn more about the chemical components of spray foam. According to the California Department of Toxic Substance Control, one of the main ingredients in spray foam, methylene diphenyl diisocyanate, could pose a number of health risks, including lung damage and asthma. See More – + Methylene diphenyl diisocyanate is known to damage lungs, cause asthma, and trigger asthma attacks in workers who install foam, per to the California Department of Toxic Substances Control. The US EPA has made comparable statements, detailed here. Different spray foam manufacturers publish different guidelines for length of evacuation times during installation and curing. Note that there are no established evacuation timelines from any government agency.
Yes, a swollen door will go back to normal. The swelling is caused by humidity and temperature changes, which cause the wood to expand and...
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Can cutting down a tree increase property value? Removing dying or hazardous trees can increase property value, experts say. “This mostly depends...
Read More »Mold can grow in any environment where there’s moisture and food for mold spores, so many organic materials can be food for mold. Even though some products claim to be mold-resistant, mold can grow on ANY surface under moist conditions if organic material exists to support the spores. Some considerations when insulating to avoid mold: Fiberglass , mineral wool , and spray foam insulation are all inorganic, and therefore don’t feed mold growth. , , and are all inorganic, and therefore don’t feed mold growth. Cellulose insulation is composed of organic material, so it can be a food source for mold unless properly treated with chemicals or other agents that can prevent or inhibit mold growth. Mold can grow on all insulation types, but not all insulation products provide a food source for mold growth.
Most ambulatory people and most people who use wheelchairs can manage a slope of 1:16.
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Spray Foam Protects Against Condensation This is a big selling point for barndominium owners, as metal buildings promote condensation.As warm,...
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Poorly-vented drain lines will not be able to effectively move wastewater and solid waste out of your building. This could lead to problems such as...
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20 to 30 years That's why one of the most common questions we hear from potential customers is, “How long do sheds last?”. While the answers differ...
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