All About Insulation

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December 2002/January 2003
By Dan Chiras 
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Straw-clay. Another natural insulation is a material called straw-clay, made by mixing loose straw and a clay slip. Packed into wall forms or ceilings and left to dry, straw-clay creates a thick, insulated wall that is naturally fire resistant and mold and mildew repellent. Its R-value is estimated to be between R-2 to R-3 per inch.

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This article was excerpted from Dan Chiras' new book, The Solar House, first in the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Books for Living Wisely series. You can order this book on MOTHER'S Bookshelf, Page 88.

InsulationInfo & Incentives

ZIP-Code is a free, Web-based computer program that calculates the amount of insulation appropriate for your house. www.ornl.gov/~roofs/Zip/ZipHome.html

A do-it-yourself energy audit tool, the Home Energy Saver shows how you can save money by investing in energy-efficient appliances and retrofits. www.homeenergysaver.lbl.gov

Many states and municipal utilities offer rebates and other financial incentives for retrofitting homes with insulation. To find out, call your local utility or state energy conservation office. You also can obtain a listing of state programs by visiting www.bankrate.com/mtrylnews/mtg/20010823b.asp

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