Styrofoam is not eco-friendly stuff. It's made from petroleum, it can't be efficiently recycled, it's non-biodegradable, and it creates pollution when burned. A new plant-based foam reportedly has ...

Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and tech news with a twist for CNET. When not wallowing in weird gear and iPad apps for cats, she can be found tinkering with her 1956 DeSoto.

In this episode of the Sunday Shed-Shop Series, we demonstrate how to insulate the interior walls of a 12x12 shed using a DIY ...

Friends, don”t try this at home. Seriously. Using Styrofoam as insulation, I found out, is a very bad idea. I had included in last week”s column an email from a reader who had used Styrofoam in a ...

It's perhaps the best of the plastic foam insulations, but it is still a solid fossil fuel. The best way to have our buildings use less energy is to insulate them really well. But for a long time, I ...

WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In support of its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while driving sustainable innovation, DuPont™ (NYSE: DD) has announced the phased launch of a ...

Because warm air rises, the attic is the best place to start, particularly for those in colder climates. But any living space adjacent to the outdoors or, say, a transitional space such as a garage ...

A new home is being built on my street. I’ve visited the job site countless times to check on the progress and to observe the quality of the workmanship. So far I’ve recorded nearly 40 videos showing ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

High-quality insulation helps keep your utility bills low and extend the life span of your hot tub. Full foam is better than partial foam insulation for keeping in heat, and the density of the foam ...