Posted 2015-04-27 6:16 AM (#163272) Subject: Ceiling insulation
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Is there a simple way to insulate the ceiling of my dressing room? Aluminum, with 'studs' that protrude about an inch; there is a vent in the center of the ceiling. My problem is that there are many odd angles - only one small straight shot in the whole thing. I used foamboard for the walls and it was easy going, but being short and geometrically challenged, that ceiling intimidates me. Would foiled bubble wrap between the studs work, so I could trim as it goes up? Just adhere foam panels to the studs instead of fitting them between studs? Is there cutting-angles-for -dummies guide available anywhere? We overnight a few weekends in the spring and fall, so retaining some heat and avoiding much condensation is all that's necessary. TIA
Posted 2015-04-27 7:01 AM (#163273 - in reply to #163272) Subject: RE: Ceiling insulation
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Posts: 133 Location: NC
I would recommend using the foam, the extra effort will be worth it in the long run in my opinion.
When I insulated the dressing room ceiling in my old trailer i held up the piece of foam and cut along the inside of the studs. You can measure how long and wide you need the piece and then just shave the odd edges when you go to put the foam in.
Posted 2015-04-27 3:04 PM (#163281 - in reply to #163272) Subject: RE: Ceiling insulation
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Posts: 87 Location: Williamsburg VA
I used foam board and the silver tape used on duct work. You can cut the foam board close and then keep trimming to get it exact or tape it up with the silver tape if you miss the fit a little. Always cut the large pieces first. Then if you miss to much you can use that piece for a smaller area.
Posted 2015-04-29 4:40 AM (#163291 - in reply to #163272) Subject: RE: Ceiling insulation
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It took about 2 hours to finish up, and wasn't as difficult as I anticipated. I got one piece backwards, but had plenty of foamboard left to correct; a few areas were cut short but easily fixed with scraps and foil tape. Up next, the paneling.. . Scarier, because no fudge factor there
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