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« on: May 04, 2005, 07:31:08 pm »
I've read the forums and I've seen people recommend both 3.5" and 6" fiberglass insulation for use between the shell and tub.  I'm guessing that it's better to have the insulation loosely packed -> which would mean 3.5" thick insulation for my machine??

I've also read that you shouldn't use the insulation with any paper backing.  Why?
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« Reply #1 on: May 05, 2005, 07:01:45 pm »
I use the 3.5 insulation with great results.
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« Reply #2 on: May 05, 2005, 08:58:26 pm »
Guessing the paper back could mold and mildew over time. Don't know.
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« Reply #3 on: May 06, 2005, 07:10:15 am »
You can peal off the paper back. Just make sure that it is slightly wider than you need as some insulation comes off with the paper backing.
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« Reply #4 on: May 06, 2005, 09:27:21 am »
Kinda' like when you guys had your hairy backs waxed! ':p' '<img'> '<img'> '<img'>
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« Reply #5 on: May 06, 2005, 03:19:18 pm »
Hey

Why not just buy unfaced insulation?

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« Reply #6 on: May 06, 2005, 03:50:48 pm »
That would have been nice but my home depot didn't have any at the time. I think the backed stuff was cheeper anyways.
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« Reply #7 on: May 06, 2005, 03:55:43 pm »
Quote (Kevin C @ May 06 2005,2:19)
Hey

Why not just buy unfaced insulation?

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I have the same problem as Josh.  I could buy 3.5" R13 backed for about $13 a bag.  The only unbacked bundle was something like 12" R40 at nearly $50.
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« Reply #8 on: May 06, 2005, 10:39:18 pm »
Same here as well. Very easy to peel the paper off.
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« Reply #9 on: May 09, 2005, 10:22:50 am »
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Kinda' like when you guys had your hairy backs waxed! ':p' '<img'> '<img'> '<img'>

WoW! I can't believe I didn't get a single reaction out of you guys on this.

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