Choosing the Right Insulation for Your Next Build

Fine Homebuilding is hosting a webinar on choosing insulation for new construction, set for Wednesday, November 11 at 6pm. The session will cover the main factors that go into picking an insulation type, including R-value (a measure of how well a material resists heat flow), cost, and permeability (how easily moisture passes through the material), along with details on how each option gets installed.

A sponsor, Timber HP, will discuss wood fiber insulation, a newer option in the U.S. market, and where it fits alongside more familiar choices like fiberglass, mineral wool, or spray foam. The webinar is aimed at people planning new builds, so it is most relevant if you are constructing a house or a major addition rather than upgrading insulation in an existing home.

If you are simply weathering an older house rather than building new, the specific R-value and permeability comparisons discussed here may still be useful background for understanding insulation options in general, but the webinar itself is framed around new construction decisions. No pricing, rebate, or program information was given for wood fiber insulation or any other material, so if cost is a concern, that would be worth checking directly with the sponsor or other suppliers before making a choice for your own project.