Prevent Mold / Discussions

Can you create a passive wine cellar by insulating and air sealing a crawl space?

...prevent moisture damage Are your wood studs directly against the concrete wall? That’s a problem if so, there should be vapor protection separating them from the concrete. When separating the two spaces with an insulated interior wall, make sure there is a vapor barrier and keep it on the humid side. So when framing a ...

Posted by JC Wong April 2, 2021 Crawl spaces 5 responses

How can I insulated the outside walls of a workshop without doing harm?

I have recently decided, due to the astronimical costs of hydro in Ontario, to further insulate my shop. My exisiting shop is 2x4 framed, with R14 roxul and 6 mil vapour under drywall. (No AC) The exterior is poor mans board and batten. (1/2" plywood with 1x2 battons at 16"oc.) This combination, with a 4000 watt fan he...

Posted by Charley Nelson Aug. 27, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 3 responses