Flash and Batt
“Flash and batt” is a popular technique for insulating walls but if you are going to use this technique, make sure to start with at least 2 inches of closed cell foamRead More…
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Packing It In: Dense Pack Cellulose in Cathedral Ceilings
Energy upgrades and utility programs are all the rage, and rightfully so. With energy prices soaring and global warming on the rise it only makes sense to try to make our homesRead More…
Where is your energy going?
The largest misconception people have regarding energy is where they believe they use and waste the most energy. Heating and cooling are the main energy consumers in buildings and account for two thirdsRead More…
Nominated for an Award!
Last month The Green Cocoon was nominated for an award at the National Spray Foam Convention in Palm Springs. Dozens of companies enter their projects in hopes of winning an Industry ExcellenceRead More…
Can’t sleep? Adjust the temperature.
If insomnia is a problem, maybe your bedroom is too hot or too cold. Both can affect sleep in surprising ways. Are you keeping your room too cool for comfort because your homeRead More…
Hurricane Season is Upon us!
Although the Hurricane Season in New England is defined as June 1st to November 30th, 75% of the 40 tropical systems that have impacted our region in the past century have struckRead More…
Invest in insulation!
One question that we always get asked here at The Green Cocoon is, “What is the R.O.I. on insulation?” Consumers want to know if the upfront cost is worth it and moreRead More…
Visions of the Future
We here at the Green Cocoon are always striving to be the best we can be, inside and outside of the company. We truly believe that we are only as great asRead More…
Remembering Our First Passive House
We here at the Green Cocoon have a passion for efficiency, not only in our daily operations but also in the projects that we choose to work on. We have been fortunateRead More…
Our Foam in Now Even Greener!
When it comes to reducing our carbon footprint and making our homes more efficient, the phrase “The more insulation the better” is often used. While all insulation materials reduce greenhouse gasRead More…