COMMUNITY FORUM

norespect

06:20AM | 01/27/03
Member Since: 12/30/02
46 lifetime posts
Bvhvac

Vapor barrier

Tags: HVAC
I am coming to the time to install insulation on my basement walls.I've noticed that there is faced and unfaced insulation.If I use faced insulation do I still need to install a plastic vapor barrier?
Thanks in advance.

homebild

01:08AM | 02/02/03
Member Since: 01/28/03
693 lifetime posts
You need to treat the walls with a vapor barrier type paint caoting such as DryLok.

Otherwise, you need to simply install faced insulation between your studs with the facing going toward the inside of the room.

Here is a helpful link:
http://www.extension.umn.edu/distribution/housingandclothing/DK7051.html

Click to reply button
3ff82c1000bf381b47b2c8cc06d152f0
The Insulation
52d67978032680986b3b22fd87112507
Home Renovation: Ventilation and Insulation
98b886db291a2d6fae05d061083c946b
Embrace Your Crawl Space
A3d7a9e65a39fec64593d50fc9eb39c1
The Little-Known Benefits of Pipe Insulation

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE...

11 Air Conditioning Mistakes That Spike Your Bills
Yml slideshow icon 11 Air Conditioning Mistakes That Spike Your Bills
Tag icon article small Get Instant Alerts Whenever Leaks Threaten Your...
Tag icon article small The Plumbing Rough-In
Tag icon article small Firewood: What Type Should You Use?
Tag icon article small Bob Vila Radio: Save Big Bucks with Attic Insul...
Inspiration banner

INSPIRATION GALLERY



Post a reply as Anonymous

Photo must be in JPG, GIF or PNG format and less than 5MB.

Reply choose button

Anonymous

Post new button or Login button
Register

To test the boundaries of small-footprint living, interior designer Jessica Helgerson moved her family to a 540-square-foo... Filling an underutilized area beneath the stairs is a smart way to save space. Doing so with a stash of wood, however, is ... The Audubon Society inspired wallpaper in this Adirondack-styled mudroom will get you in the outdoor mood. Grab your coat ... Chalkboard paint opens up endless possibilities for customizing your dresser time and time again. Use chalk to label the c... A fireplace in the bathroom creates the ultimate setting for relaxation. Homeowners often choose electric or gas over wood... This roomy boot tray made from punched metal stands up to all the elements. Station it in your mudroom or at your back doo... There’s nothing like a new set of cabinet hardware to refresh a room. The possibilities are endless: Go modern, rustic, or... FLOR tiles are an affordable way to customize a carpeted floor covering for any space. Make anything from runners to wall-... Chalkboard paint features prominently in this elegant yet unpretentious headboard design. Add a new message daily to reflec... Salvaged boards in varying widths and colors make up the dramatic accent wall in this attic space. The high-gloss white of... The indecisive homeowner need not fret over choosing one (or even two) cabinet colors. The kitchen cabinets in this artist... Incorporate nature into your lighting scheme by securing a dead tree in a concrete mold and draping your pendant lamp from... Simple and striking, a couple of pieces of "lovingly used" furniture creates a special kind of charm. A weathered chair fo... First dress up your metal shelves with a coat of paint in an accent color that complements your kitchen decor. Then arrang... Dark wood shelving and a matching upholstered bench keep this closet sleek and refined. The large window brightens the sub...
Follow banner a
Newsletter icon Flipboard glossy Facebook Twitter Pinterest Youtube Rss icon
 
Browse this site

Bob Vila.com

Copyright © 2017 Bobvila. All rights reserved