Insulation, Radiant and Vapor Barriers - insulataing a new basement

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ThomasB
02-24-05, 06:35 AM
I'm in the process of remolding my basement....I'm using metal studs 16 oc...
what type of insulation due you recomend....(i live in the north east)...the basement for the most partis is under ground...should I use insulation board or rolled fiberglass.....If you recommend fiberglass how do I attach it to the metal stud? ....If i shove it up in between the studs will the drywall hold it in place...

Thanks

resercon
03-09-05, 06:45 PM
If you install the metal studs 16 inches on center and use fiberglass but insulation, the insulation should stay between the studs by friction.