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What thickness and type of insulation for the basement?
My basement has absolutely no heat and the basement door opens to the outside. The part of the house up over it stays extremely cold. There is no insulation on the ceiling of the basement which is only the floor joists, etc for the house above it. I am considering getting the fiberglass rolls to put inbetween the rafters since it seems to be the most afordable (I think). What thickness do I need to get for this. I don't understand the R-13, R-30, etc., or is there a cheaper, warmer route to go? Whatever I do, needs to be simple enough for ME to do it.
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- J NeutronLv 41 decade agoFavorite Answer
The higher the R value, the greater the insulating effectiveness. Measure the distance between floor joists, should be 16". Buy the appropriate size. It also comes in 24". You'll need a staple gun to attach it to the joists after you place it between the floor joists. R-13 should do fine.
- Anonymous5 years ago
There are a pair of themes right here. The basement is chilly cooling the upstairs. The basement is likewise warmed by utilising the upstairs to keep away from issues like water lines from freezing. in case you insulate properly adequate, the basement gets chillier and would freeze the pipes, no longer solid. in case you are able to insulate without probability of freezing issues then purchase a minimum of 6" batts of insulation, no vapor barrier, with the wires which will carry the insulation up interior the joists. that's surprisingly effortless. make effective the width of the insulation fills the hollow between the joists. you will see a huge distinction. If water pipes are interior the joists merely be sure you maintain them interior the insulation to maintain them reasonably heat. you would be able to even positioned a foam insulation around them that's provided in 3 or 4 foot lengths. Use a million" thick foam. the 1st inch of insulation is the main on your funds. best bang for the greenback. some persons would even recommend putting insulation over the joists so as that they do no longer look to be uncovered to the air. wood is a solid conductor comparitively. i could in elementary terms do as a lot because of the fact the joists will carry.
- 1 decade ago
If you are putting the insulation into floor joists, you can go a R19, R25 or even R30. The higher the number, the thicker and more effective the insulation is. But in a floor, R13 should be fine. I like to use Comfort Therm. it is a plastic encapsulated insulation. It looks better if your basement is unfinished and I believe the plastic gives a little extra protection. It costs only a dollar or two more a package but it is worth it
- 1 decade ago
Just an add on to Steve answer. Make sure you buy insulation with the backing so you can staple it.
There is insulation with no backing and is cheaper.
