Concerns have been growing about the health risks of mineral wool (also known as Man-made Vitreous Fibres (MMVF)). A report..
Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corp. – Improve Air-tightness
Reducing unintentional air leakage (that is, air sealing) through the walls, ceilings and foundations of the house is one of..
The BEST How to Insulate Your Basement Method
There are many ways to insulate your basement. However, for the last thirty years or so, batt insulation has been..
Understanding the Difference Between Permeance vs Permeability
Water Vapour Permeance is the time it takes water vapour to transmit through a unit area of material that has..
Why Do Building Codes Allow Poly, Wood Studs and Batt Insulation on the Inside of Basement Walls?
Growing evidence proves wood studs, poly and batt insulation in basements is not only inadequate, it’s hazardous to our health…
There Is Only ONE Right Way to Insulate the Inside of Basement Walls
Basements have issues! They get wet in a variety of ways; flooding, plumbing leaks and cracks in concrete and poor..
Is Drainable Wrap Enough?
Providing airflow and drainage behind cladding is the best way to manage moisture in exterior walls. Drainable (bumpy) wraps between..
Where is the Best Place to Insulate Basement Walls – Inside or Outside?
Inside or outside, properly insulated basement walls will save you money on your heating bills and provide a dry, comfortable..
High Quality Building Insulation: An effective way to help reduce Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions
While the International Conference on Climate Change has come and gone (Paris Climate Summit), we at Quik-Therm wanted to bring..
Hybrid Walls – Understanding the Science
Thermodynamics 101: Warm air migrates to cold air. High pressure migrates to low pressure. High moisture migrates to low moisture…
