Reinforced Block and Concrete Walls Block foundations use cinder blocks (8 x 8 x 16 inches) that are stacked on each other and cemented in place with mortar, forming cinder block walls.

For homes with a suspended timber floor, increasing insulation is relatively straightforward. Rigid insulation can be cut with a fine-toothed saw and slotted between the floor joists. Solid floors are ...

Floor insulation savings If you have already installed loft insulation and wall insulation and are keen to save even more on your heating bills, then the next insulation job is your floor. As much as ...

Snap Lines on the Floor Snap a line on the floor 4-in. away from the foam as a guide for the bottom plate. This will leave a 1/2-in. gap between the bottom of the new wall and the foam.

For our latest lookbook, we've collected eight living rooms from Dezeen's archive where architects have used board-formed concrete walls and ceilings to add textural interest.

As there are a huge variety of types of insulation board, and for each time a range of styles and thicknesses, this table is not an exhaustive list of available retailers or products. However, it ...

Q: I have a problem with flooring. I bought a condo built in 1979 with concrete floors. I want the floor to be easy as I have a bad back and walking on concrete is not the best thing for me.

Climate, including high water tables, frost lines, harsh winters, and vulnerability to storm surge and high winds, will determine whether a slab or below-grade foundation is chosen.