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16 years ago

Will I have problems if I have plastic wrapped insulation between ceiling joists in a dry basement covered by drywall? The batts are loose fitted and the space will get some air movement.

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jasper60103
16 years ago
Is this actual insulation material or something homemade?
rugby15
Original Author
16 years ago
It's "Comfort-Therm" R-19 formaldehyde-free encapsulated batts. The joists aren't 16" on center so the batts are sitting somewhat loosly in the cavities.
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worthy
16 years ago
As described, their only function is to take up space. If you want them to serve another purpose, further information is needed on what that purpose is.

Here is a link that might be useful: Comfort Therm
rugby15
Original Author
16 years ago
I don't expect that it's providing any insulation, I'm just worried about moisture hence mold build up b/c of the insulation.

Basically I want to know if I have to tear down the panelling and drywall and remove the insulation.
worthy
16 years ago
As long as basement relative humidity is less than 50% in the summer, I wouldn't be concerned at all.

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