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Tue, Feb 5, 08 at 7:43
| 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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- Posted by jasper60103 (My Page) on Tue, Feb 5, 08 at 16:01
| Is this actual insulation material or something homemade? |
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| 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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| 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
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| 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. |
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| As long as basement relative humidity is less than 50% in the summer, I wouldn't be concerned at all. |
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