garage insulation
#1
12-10-03, 08:39 PM
garage insulation
I have an oversized detached garage that is currently not insulated. I am thinking of insulating it. Not sure what insulation to get.
The same for rafters and wall?
Should i insulate the rafters, i will lose above storage tho =(. or deal with just doing the roof with styrafom?
What r- value is necessary?
What type of insulation is best for rafters and walls? Brand?
And what is the difference between all the backing types? And what should i use?
I am clueless to when it comes to insulation as you can see.
thanks for your help....
mike
The same for rafters and wall?
Should i insulate the rafters, i will lose above storage tho =(. or deal with just doing the roof with styrafom?
What r- value is necessary?
What type of insulation is best for rafters and walls? Brand?
And what is the difference between all the backing types? And what should i use?
I am clueless to when it comes to insulation as you can see.
thanks for your help....
mike
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12-11-03, 05:55 PM
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First of all heat rises. So insulating your ceiling or between the trusses is imparative for good insulation and cost savings. Forget the styrofoam. No e value in it to speak of. I used R-36 in my garage ceiling, paper faced on one side, and stapled up. Faced insulation means it has paper on one side or both. In your walls you will use either R-11 for 2x4 walls or R-19 for 2x6 walls. Hope this helps. Good Luck
