She Survived Extreme Cold Alone: How “Waste Wool” Became a Life-Saving Insulation Breakthrough
When the conversation turned to insulating the cabin, the advice was practical but discouraging. Tar paper was available, but expensive for someone with limited resources. Canvas was cheaper, though still out of reach for a tight budget. Many settlers relied on stuffing newspaper into wall gaps, hoping it would slow the cold. Ingred had already…