Insulation

Is a 6-degree indoor swing normal after sealing the attic?

Finally got around to checking the data after doing the attic sealing and blown-in stuff. I kept the HVAC off all day y...

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posted by FlintNic4

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Is putting poly over rigid foam boards going to cause a double vapor barrier issue?

So I'm currently finishing up the insulation in my basement and I've got the pink rigid foam boards tucked right betwee...

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posted by ForgeSage_1977

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What’s a boring home upgrade that actually changed your daily comfort levels?

We’ve been living in this older split-level for about five years now and I finally got around to having the attic insul...

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posted by AnvilCal80

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What is the best way to clear out old blown-in insulation without losing my mind?

I'm currently stuck in my attic trying to clear out a mountain of old cellulose and mineral wool, and it’s honestly a n...

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posted by BuilderCobalt_1986

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Should I replace this old fiberglass insulation while the ceiling is open?

Just pulled down some nasty sagging drywall in my living room and I'm looking at the old pink batts stuffed between the...

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posted by CobaltDrift

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Is sealing my balloon frame walls with spray foam causing this musty smell?

So we just had a crew come trough our 100-year-old place in the Midwest to clear out the old insulation and put down a...

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posted by NomadTorque

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How should I insulate a daylight basement with 2x6 framing in Snohomish County?

I'm trying to figure out the best way to insulate my unfinished basement in a new build up in Snohomish County. The stu...

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posted by CopperDrift114

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Did the contractor just ruin my vaulted ceiling with open cell foam?

So we just finished framing out these new scissor trusses for a vaulted ceiling and the plan was definatly closed cell...

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posted by ArrowCal37

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Is it okay to stack mineral wool scraps to fill narrow stud bays?

Ran into a bit of a situation while finishing the basement insulation today and wanted to see what you guys think. I ha...

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posted by TorqueNomad

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Is spray foaming the garage ceiling enough to stop the bedroom from freezing?

Just finished gutting the garage and I finally see why the master bedroom right above it has been like an ice box all w...

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posted by SageIron

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Insulating garage's concrete floor for electric underfloor heating

Hello! I have a 12m2 garage with a concrete floor that I would like to insulate and use electrical underfloor heating a...

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posted by Alex B

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Rock wool or asbestos

I found what I hope is rock wool and not asbestos in my attic. I'd appreciate some feedback. I've attached a picture he...

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posted by Anonymous

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I need help identifing this insulation type looks like a mix

I tried to research and find out what I am dealing with, as I am looking to install fiberglass batts over this blow in...

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posted by Anonymous

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Storage heater. What to use for insulation.

Good morning everyone. Hope you all have a fantastic xmas and new year. I recently bought a 2nd hand Creda storage heat...

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posted by Mike78

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Should we paint over interior concrete or insulate then sheetrock?

Hi we just bought a house built in 1918 the walls seem to be solid concrete through and through. The walls are currentl...

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posted by Anonymous

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