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"Basement insulation"

Basement insulation / Discussions

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What is the best insulation for basement walls?

...basements Why basements are moldy and how to avoid it Choosing the best insulation for basement renovations Those pages should help a lot, but a few things to ...

Posted by Paul D March 28, 2025 Basements improvements 1 response

Crawl space versus slab, which is better?

...basement with ICF walls is a far better way than the mold-inviting normal practice of trapping moisture in basement walls with a vapor barrier. A crawl space is...

Posted by Doug Bennett Jan. 5, 2025 Foundation and basement improvements 1 response

How do you insulate a basement slab to keep the benefits of thermal mass in a passive solar home?

...insulation. Laying a footing and stem wall to get below the frost line is a building technique that dates back to a time before the advent of insulation, where ...

Posted by Trudy Lynn Oct. 25, 2024 Passive solar home design 1 response

What type of insulation should I use between basement floor joists?

...basement walls in between the floor joists of the upper floor. I am thinking some panels sealed in with insulation foam adhesive  For insulating the floor joist...

Posted by Ninja Ho Aug. 2, 2023 Basements improvements 3 responses

How to finish a basement if there is moisture on the concrete walls?

...basement improvements, here are good ones to start with – Why are basements moldy, and how to prevent mold in basements Eco-conscious tips for finishing a base...

Posted by HaveyGameCalls April 25, 2023 Basements improvements 1 response

How do you properly insulate a cinder block foundation walk out?

...insulation, is that it is used to being warm during the winter, and the addition of insulation can subject it to stress through seasonal freezing and thawing. I...

Posted by John Smith Nov. 17, 2022 Basements improvements 1 response

Why is there frost build up on basement foundation walls?

...basements are moldy and how to prevent mold when building and renovating basements. If you assume the basement wall is wet and build accordingly, you can avoid ...

Posted by William Hackett April 7, 2022 Basements improvements 1 response

Which is the best foam board insulation to put against poured concrete basement walls?

...insulation aspect of finishing our basement correct, but I'm still not sure. The two different kinds of foam boards I've been looking at are, Kingspan Insulatio...

Posted by Patricia Roberts Dec. 28, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 3 responses

Can I put foam boards up after I frame a basement?

...basement, however I wasn't going to insulate my basement because I have a wood stove, and it stays pretty warm. But I feel for summer I want to have some insula...

Posted by Paul Hylan Dec. 27, 2021 Basements improvements 1 response

Will spray foam on basement walls prevent condensation?

...basement, last year I noticed condensation on the concrete behind the vapor barrier and insulation while doing a project.  I had never noticed any issue prior, ...

Posted by Michael Scott April 12, 2021 Basements improvements 3 responses

Which insulation do I use for interior walls of a framed in bunker?

...insulation, that will help you understand where each insulation works best no matter what the structure is, and  if you clear up some of my confusion I can help...

Posted by Dale Klubertanz March 23, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

What is the best exterior rigid foam insulation for under a deck?

...insulation is an excellent idea. It’s great to have on the inside of basements, but exterior insulation is even better as you keep the thermal mass of concrete ...

Posted by Andrew Cherubini March 21, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 3 responses

What is the best way to reduce humidity in a basement?

...basement if you do decide to do some more work on it. Why are Basements Moldy? How to Fix & Prevent Mold in Homes Preventing mold when you insulate your...

Posted by Robert J. Pierson Oct. 17, 2019 Basements improvements 2 responses

How do I insulate my half below grade basement?

...basement. No exterior insulation, I'm guessing no exterior sealing. But dry dry dry inside.  I like the idea of the 2" XPS with 4" studs and roxul insulation t...

Posted by tom mckeand Oct. 14, 2019 Basements improvements 1 response

Can you install foam boards directly against basement walls?

...Basements Moldy? How to Fix & Prevent Mold in Homes Preventing Mold when you Insulate your Basement Building Better Basements: How to Insulate your Base...

Posted by Ted Gorab Oct. 3, 2019 Basements improvements 26 responses

How much insulation should I install underneath my concrete slab in my basement?

...basement is below the frost line, I’m not sure if insulation is necessary, but want to know what the experts think. If insulation is required, how much and what...

Posted by Scott Antonation Sept. 27, 2019 Slab on Grade 5 responses

Is EPS or XPS better for use in basement rim joists? Should faced or unfaced foam boards be used?

...insulation to cover the actual concrete walls of a basement like mine--at least when one considers that my basement concrete has already had many years to dry o...

Posted by Thomas Dispenza Sept. 8, 2019 Basements improvements 6 responses

How do you fix high humidity levels in a basement?

...insulation in the basement has been removed and replaced with spray foam insulation; the foundation around my house on the outside surface has been waterproofed...

Posted by JR Tadinac Aug. 21, 2019 Healthy indoor air quality 3 responses
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