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Originally Posted by RLW
Are you saying that the insulation is collecting the moisture/dampness. If that is the case then something in wrong. A vapor barrier is suppose to do that. Insulation is to stop air flow from below and/or outside not to stop dampness. Insulation is not suppose to get wet as that causes many other problems. Just my little ole 2¢ worth.  |
No, what I am saying is that by sealing off the bottom of the floors with luan and fully sealing all seams after insulating , it certainly seems to have stopped the flow of the damp ground air into the house. It also stopped ants and other pesky critters from entering the house through the floor. Could this have been accomplished without the insulation...I suppose, but insulation is cheap and easy to carry out to the island so why not have warm floors as well?
All I can say is we are extremely happy we did it. Your mileage may vary...
Dan