Scientists have shown it's possible to grow fungi in thin sheets that could be used for fire-retardant cladding or even a new kind of fungal fashion. Mycelium, an incredible network of fungal strands ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Scientists often talk about fungi in ‘iceberg’ terms, in that what you see above the surface is a small fraction of what lies beneath. Dig into the dirt below a mushroom cup and you’re likely to find ...

Six years ago, when a fire broke out in a London high-rise and burned for 60 hours, killing dozens of people, the cladding on the outside walls was part of the problem. The panels, filled with a ...

Building a fire resistant house has become an important priority for homeowners seeking greater safety and long term protection. With the growing risk of wildfires and structural fires, thoughtful ...

As the dust and smoke settles, residents in the Los Angeles area, where more than 12,000 homes were destroyed in one of the most destructive fires in California’s history, will be faced with a ...

As wildfires increase in frequency and severity, the construction industry is turning to advanced fire-resistant building techniques and materials to create “fire-hardened” homes that can withstand ...

India, July 7 -- Homeowners today face real risks from fire, theft, and accidental damage. These threats can destroy ...