Maximize Unused Space With A Basement Renovation

A good foundation is the key to most things in life,exceptional moisture resistance. PINK FIBERGLAS®
and this statement holds true for your home, too.batts provide outstanding thermal performance and
Many homeowners see their basement as a cold,are made from over 70 per cent** recycled content,
uninviting place and do not consider it a comfortablethe highest industry standard in Canada.
living space for the family. But by simply upgradingAdequate insulation in your basement will not only
your basement insulation, this area can becreate an additional living area for your family to
transformed into a warm, comfortable space forenjoy, but will also help save* on heating and cooling
everyone to enjoy.costs all year round. This home renovation project will
Cheryl West, an insulation expert at Owens Corning,help transform your dark, dingy basement into a
suggests installing insulation up to a value of R-24 forcomfortable and inviting space in no time.
your basement's foundation walls, to make the mostSomething else that will keep you warm is the
of your basement's space and to help you enjoy thethought of all the savings you will make when
overall comfort and warmth in your home.renovating your home this spring. The ecoENERGY
To achieve this standard for your basement walls,Retrofit – Homes program is offering a grant of
install a layer of 2" INSULPINK® interlockingup to $5000 from the Government of Canada for
insulation panels and R-14 PINK FIBERGLAS®energy efficiency renovations which have not yet
insulation batts. INSULPINK® insulation system isstarted. Some energy utilities and provincial
easy to install and is lightweight and durable, withgovernments offer additional funding.