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Spray foam and fiberglass are two popular insulation choices for barndominiums. Spray foam usually costs twice/thrice of the fiberglass insulation cost. We will break down the cost parameters and make an in-depth comparison between both choices. How much does spray…
Spray foam is considerably the best insulation for a barndominium. But why? We know that there are 5 more types of insulation and there are a few reasons that make spray foam your ideal choice as an insulating material. In…
R-value measures the resistance of insulation material. In barndominium, insulation is crucial as it provides safeguards from heat & cold sensitivity. Understanding the R-value would help in understanding the requirements set by the authority. Building a barndominium would need approval…
Barndominium is an open floor metal construction that requires proper insulation to keep it weatherproof. Proper insulation would provide a barndominium following advantages: Insulation is one of the key factors to make a barndominium weatherproof. However, depending on the type…
To make your barndominium durable, you need to weatherproof the construction at any cost. Weatherproofing increases the durability of a barndominium by the following ways: In this article, we will write about the proven ways to weatherproof a barndominium and…
Yes, barndominiums are durable if you comply with the building codes, install climate-resilient doors & windows, and ensure proper insulation. The durability can further be extended upon installing coated metal that makes a huge moisture resistance. We tried to figure…
We often get confused between a barndominium and a shouse. Both structures are closely similar with a few minor differences. A shouse combines a workshop or warehouse plus a residential house under the same roof. This is a conceptual duplication…
Yes, barndominiums can rust. But, if you know the causes that cause metal corrosion then it is possible to prevent rust, for at least a considerable number of years. Wooden barndominium or the shouse made with pole barn should not…
Yes, a shouse or a shome can have a basement. When barndominium was introduced, building them above the basement was not the standard practice since the open floor concept was implemented using barn style frame structure. So, while building your…
A shouse or a shop-house is a combination of shop (workshop) & house under a single roof. The concept is pretty similar to the ‘barndominium‘ that represents a combination of a barn & condominium. In recent years, owners have preferred…
