There are three important factors to consider when remediating stadard insulation practices in the home: What is the material, how do we create a continuous thermal break, and most importantly- how much room do we have for the install? In rural areas, you might follow outsulation principles of the Pretty Good House proponents and be done with it. What if you share a wall with a neighbor? What if you don’t want to disturb plaster and lathe construction in your historical Victorian home? While the goal is the same, each home requires unique solutions that best fit that property.