WI-ITI3Y FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, SF.PTEMBER 24, 1986, PAGE 17 - Learn the facts about iinsulation - With colder weather on its way, many homeowners are thinking about ways to keep their homes warmer and more comfortable this winter. Some are considering caulking and weath- erstripping - others are contemplat- ing upgrading the insulation in their attic'. There are several types of insula- tions available today, primarily batts, blankets, loose-fill and blown-in var- ieties. What is a blown-in insulation? An insulation material that is conditioned by a pneumatic blowing machine and is blown under high pressure through a long flexible hose into attics and walls by a professional contractor. What are the benefits of blown-in insulation? The major benefit of blown-in insulation materials is that they offer complete uniform coverage in bard to reach or move around areas such as attics and sidewalls. Because coverage is so complete, blown-in materials become an excellent thermal blanket helping to save energy and make a home more comfortable. In addition, blown-in insulations can be installed in any thickness and density to achieve practically any desired R- value. Make sure you think in R- values not just thickness when con- sidering insulation materials. The higher the R-value the greater the in- sulating power. How many types of blown-in in- sulations are available today and what are they? There are several types of insulation that can be blown into attics and walls. By far the most common is fiber glass. It is spun from molten glass into thin ibers and is an *Nobocly fighs the hgh cost of hetin your home bettei thao Superror Pope Come no Speiotoday becuthe meto by S o0 Wv dct<fdthe prîice o Pulse Fum.oces by hoocied% of dlas ev eue l u alhtr.ým1 1(r instock space hefetjst o osiso in you couc no of 0dlx Que oorali-expense pad vacato fo a a hyo orunPet alr MexoC)t. oay and boy now while the secini rtbt W'WIN ADELUXE LUsINOX BAR B-QU[ PULSE FURNACE u».,Y ' .W1 le Leomhgh eflomy pulsefur e ehe ,%etêb adrsi ReWe efIoo Lend IMe,som b r"esSa 9ù to8% tel effiiet n '30 ON AULWAL HIATUS b.1 mi ih SAVE'1IOO ON AU SPACE HEATERS S AVE 5O DO ITALLWIT1I PROPANE 505 VICTORIA ST. E. MON.-FRI 8 a.m.-5 pM. extremely effective insulating material because it contains millions of tiny pockets to resist the flow of heat. Which blown- in insulation should 1 instal l my home? One newer product contractors are recommend- ing more and more is Insul Safe MO fiber glass insulation. Pure white in color, the insulation offers outstand- ing thermal perfornmance. In addition, it is noncombustible, noncorrosive to wires and pipes, will flot absorb moisture, will flot rot or decay and contains no hazardous chemicals. Since contractors must instali blown-in insulations in most cases, what are some hints for finding a qualified one? To select a home in- sulation contractor, look in the Yellow Pages of the telephone book under "Insulation Contractors" or ask your friends and neighbors for referrals. Once identified, ask the contractors for credentials, references, written es- timates and high-quality products. To check credentials, contact the Better Business Bureau or your local contractor's association. Solid OAK & PINE Furniture and Accessorles Rick & Sharon invite you to, come and visit them at the METRO EAST FALL HOME SHOW Sept. 24, 25, 26, 27 Booth 2107,2108, 2207, 2209 THE PINE LOFT LTD. 167 Simcoe St. S. OSHAWA 579-9311 Return to the World of TIME FOR LEMONADE 8V: Walter Campbell NE &HAD O IN WHEN YOU CAN'T FIND THEM, TRY US *R. BATEMAN *R. PARKER eN. ENGLE *JOHN SEEREY-LESTER *P. CALLE *VIC GIBBONS *GLENN LOATES *WALTER CAMPBELL NEW ARTISTSe NEW GREENWICH PRINTS *CAROLYN BLISH *BEV DOOLITTLE *ROD FREDERICK eSTEPHEN E. LYMAN TH E BEST FRAMI1NG AT TH E BEST PRICES TRY US! 31 BOND ST. E., OSHAWA 576u8937 1 SAT. TILL 5 P.M. WH ITBY 668-»28_ 1 WErOAIANA ANALL-EXPENSE PAIU FAMILY VACA- -I a s ls.5 Oh o OSI ¶easumTours< 14 CPAirHolidays WINNING THECOLO WAR BEGIN$ AT SUPERIOR PROPANE IIOURS: MON.-FRI. 10 A.M. - 8 P.M.