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I am not sure where you heard this but the thickness of old putty against the thickness of insulation for r-value is not as good. The best insulator is air. Fiberglass insulation
has a high r-value because of the air it holds not the fiberglass itself. So that's why you don't cram 6in fiberglass into a 4in space, it does not work when you compress it.
What else can I help you with?
Old homes have terrible insulation.?
Old homes have terrible insulation.
How do you join cast iron?
In the old days they used to use hot lead, nowadays you can cork it with Prattley putty (putty cement).
What is a mixture of ground chalk and raw linseed oil is knowm better as what?
It's an old recipe for putty, especially glazing putty.
Is silly putty good?
it's certainly not good to eat, but it's definitely good to play with.
What is a reputable brand of roof insulation?
Ornl.com has said that blanket roof insulation is the best type of roof insulation. They are very helpful and good for insulating your roof. Ornl.com is good for roof insulation.
Type of work where putty would be used in metal frames or sashes?
Putty is commonly used in metal frames and sashes to seal and secure glass panes. It is applied to fill gaps between the glass and frame, providing insulation and preventing air and water infiltration.
Which is the most effective soundproofing insulation material?
There Are Many Good Soundproofing Insulation Materials, but Insulation and Mass-Load Vinyl Seem to Be the Best. Mass-Loaded Vinyl and Insulation Are Good for Filling Gaps.
Home Insulation?
form_title= Home Insulation form_header= Save money when your home is well insulated! How old is your home?*= _ [50] What rooms needs to be insulated?*= _ [50] Do you need to fix old insulation? *= () Yes () No
How do you manufacture polyester putty?
use a good putty grade resin, add fillers like talc etc , add byk additives & you are done.
How do you re-glaze old windows?
Found this at another site: * First, using a putty knife, dig out the old glazing and scrape it away. * Roll out the glazing putty into strips between your hands to soften it. * Press the glazing putty all the way around the frame of the glass. * Finally, smooth out the glazing compound with a putty knife and remove the excess.
What is the best insulation for a shed?
The best insulation for a shed is typically foam board insulation or fiberglass insulation. Foam board insulation is easy to install and provides good thermal resistance, while fiberglass insulation is cost-effective and offers good insulation properties. Both options can help regulate temperature and reduce energy costs in a shed.
Why should transformer oil posses good insulation properties?
Because one of its main functions is to provide good insulation.
