Insulating Basement Sill

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by: PMeans123 on 01/10/2009 Views 11445

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Great Stuff spray foam insulation
Dow Tuff-R rigid foam insulation
Silicon caulk
Hi TempSilicon caulk
Wipes (if you have mold)
Dust mask
Rubber Gloves
Googles
Drywall Saw
Utility Knife
Or Table Saw
Drywall T-square

Summary

I first removed minimal mold dust with the wipes, then used silicon caulk to seal all wood/wood and wood/foundation connections. I then cut 2" Dow Tuff-R, foil-faced blocks to fit between the basement joists. Then I foamed them in with Great Stuff.Here's the longer story with more pictures:http://doverprojects.blogspot.com/2008/11/how-to-insulate-rim-joists.html