Insulating rough plank basement door

[blueman]

The outside door to our basement is basically just a bunch of 1x8"pine planks nailed together (like an old shed or barn door).

As you might imagine, the door let's a fair bit of cold air conduct through (I have already caulked the gaps). I would like to insulate the door, at least in the winter, until I redo the basement and put up a real door and frame.

I was thinking of maybe just tacking up some styrofoam like panels to either the inside or the outside of the door.

Any suggestions on recommended products and approaches?

Thanks

[barry]

I'd suggest that sealing is probably more important than insulating, especially because of "chimney-effect" of house. Sealing around door, to minimize infiltration. Lots of products available- you can judge what suits your situation best.

Leaks at different elevations have notable draft, like chimney. Leaks into basement and out via attic are especially bad for that.

HTH, J

[C & M]

Ditto. Caulk the cracks and use *anything* which will seal off the door perimeter. Even if you simply staple plastic over the entire area - frame to frame - until you do your final improvement. That way the cost is reduced to nearly nothing and you still have reasonable access with minimal effort/ damage.

[Edwin Pawlowski]

That will work.

[Rich]

Styrofoam insulation panels attached with adhesive will work fine. Contact The Dow Chemical Company at 1-866-583-2583 for a distributor nearest you.

Rich