Cathedral ceiling / Discussions

...ceiling has a lovely beam and a frame. My husband wants to insulate the inside ceiling and add wooden planks. I am concerned that this is a pro job, however, I would like to inquire as to the type of wood light in color to use as planks? Our home is mid-century style and I want to go for a more modern friendly look? Th...

...cathedral ceiling.  I'm leaning towards not venting my cathedral ceiling and using closed-cell spray foam insulation.  My walls are double 2x4 stud walls 12 inches deep and will have 2-3 inches of closed cell spray foam insulation to create a air and vapour barrier first, then the rest of the cavity will be  filled wit...