Finishing basement walls / Discussions

Is Drywall needed for under T&G on a wall?

...basement walls with.  Do I need to install drywall on those walls prior to installing the T&G?  The walls in question are exterior walls, they are 8" poured concrete, with a 1/4 foam board (because they were pre-studded) then batt installation.  The exterior walls are exposed on the outside.  I run a dehumidifier d...

Posted by Chris B April 25, 2023 Walls and ceilings - interior surfaces 1 response

How should I install XPS insulation in a basement?

...basement is unfinished and any moisture could easily dry to the inside.  Now I’m looking to finish a portion of the basement and I don’t want to cause any problems by trapping moisture. I’m planning on putting 2” of XPS against the foundation and framing an interior wall inside of that.  Option 1 is to piece the XPS to...

Posted by Ken Hunold Dec. 27, 2020 Basements improvements