Question
Building a 2-story home in Austin, TX. What insulation is best?
The roof is already insulated with R-19. There is no attic in this home. The exterior walls are part stone, part constructed stucco/plaster-like material.
Answer
I would suggest a bio-based foam.
Depending on what structure is, assuming wood, might affect your choice of closed vs open cell.
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Read "We have inadequate wall insulation. What is the best approach to insulate our walls?" a Q&A answered by Mike Holcomb.
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