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No. Bubble wrap will not breath or last the life of the home.
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Can a 1 inch insulating housewrap be installed over the existing tyvek sheating you are replacing the old vinyl siding?
The window frames would be buried and the J channel would be above the frame leaving the insulation showing.
Can Tyvek house wrap be installed over backer board that is attached directly to the sheathing or should it be installed directly over the sheathing and the backer board over it?
If you are talking about a fiber cement backer board, the manufacturer of the board should provide the answer you are after. I am currently using Hardiplank to reside my house, and the manufacturer recommends attacheing the TyVek house wrap to the wood sheathing per TyVeks recommended process. Hope this helps.
Do you install house wrap before or after insulation?
Usually the wrap iss installed first. Rigid foam insulation is often installed outside the building wrap, and batt insulation is always installed inside the building wrap. This is because batt insulation is much more moisture absorbent than most rigid foam so needs to be protected from external moisture. So batt insulation will not be installed until after the building wrap is in place to protect it, and externally installed rigid foams are not fixed in place until after the wrap is in place because they are fixed over it.
What is insulation contact recessed lighting?
It is a recessed light designed not to over heat or start a fire when it is installed in a space that is insulated.
Are there any people with problems concerning the house wrap Tyvek?
Tyvek® is the DuPont brand name for spunbonded olefin, which was invented around 1955. There are specific instructions for how Tyvek should be installed to get maximum protection from both moisture and air flow mitigation. I would make sure you or your contractors follow these procedures and use supporting materials that meet Dupont's specifications. Specifically, a special tape must be used to secure two adjoining Tyvek sheets. Some contractors will use a lower quality tape in an effort to save money. The sub par tape breaks down over a few years and allows air to flow between the overlapping Tyvek sheets, greatly reducing their effectiveness.
Does tyvek break down while on a house leaving house unprotected?
My research in this area shows that the Tyvek sheets themselves will last many years, but faulty installation will cause problems to arise. I'm going to cut and paste the relevant information from another answer: There are specific instructions for how Tyvek should be installed to get maximum protection from both moisture and air flow mitigation. I would make sure you or your contractors follow these procedures and use supporting materials that meet Dupont's specifications. Specifically, a special tape must be used to secure two adjoining Tyvek sheets. Some contractors will use a lower quality tape in an effort to save money. The sub par tape breaks down over a few years and allows air to flow between the overlapping Tyvek sheets, greatly reducing their effectiveness.
If your new home is being built in Texas and will be sided with brick and stone is Tyvek necessary?
Yes, Tyvek or a similar weather-resistant barrier is still necessary even when siding with brick and stone in Texas. It helps protect the structure from moisture and air infiltration, contributing to energy efficiency and preventing water damage. It serves as an additional layer of defense against the elements and is recommended for long-term durability.
Can roll aluminum insulation be installed on top of blown in insulation?
Fiberglass and cellulose insulation work by slowing down heat transfer from one source to another. That's why the thicknesses of those insulation's are crucial for performance. Also, fiberglass and cellulose only resist heat transfer, they don't block or reflect it so it eventually escapes through. Perforated radiant barrier can be installed over top of existing attic insulation to form a reflective cover to enhance your other insulation. When installing radiant barrier over the attic floor you must use the perforated radiant barrier for maximum breathability. Moist air that is created inside your home must be able to escape as it rises through your ceiling. If a perforated radiant barrier is not used, the moisture will be trapped in between the barrier and your ceiling. When trapped this will cause condensation to form inside the building materials and insulation creating damage and mold. - EcoFoil
Does the insulation in Thermos coolers degrade over time?
No... the insulation is created by a vacumm and a reflective mirror finish
What causes bubbles to form on spark plug wire insulation?
Wires are Over Heating. Get some heat insulation.
What are some benefits to blown in insulation?
I need to have my attic insulated. I've been considering blown in insulation for it. What are some benefits to blown in insulation over other kinds?
Can you over insulate your walls What happens when you place larger batts of insulation in a smaller place?
Putting thicker insulation in than will fit will make it less efficient. Any insulation needs to have air separating the layers of insulation.
