Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: BryanH 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?
I've also read that you shouldn't use the insulation with any paper backing. Why?
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: sodaworks on May 05, 2005, 07:01:45 pm
I use the 3.5 insulation with great results.
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: Creighton on May 05, 2005, 08:58:26 pm
Guessing the paper back could mold and mildew over time. Don't know.
Creighton
Creighton
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: loman4ec 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.
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: on May 06, 2005, 09:27:21 am
Kinda' like when you guys had your hairy backs waxed! 
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: Kevin C on May 06, 2005, 03:19:18 pm
Hey
Why not just buy unfaced insulation?
Kevin
Why not just buy unfaced insulation?
Kevin
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: loman4ec 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.
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: BryanH on May 06, 2005, 03:55:43 pm
| Quote (Kevin C @ May 06 2005,2:19) |
| Hey Why not just buy unfaced insulation? Kevin |
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.
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: sodaworks on May 06, 2005, 10:39:18 pm
Same here as well. Very easy to peel the paper off.
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: on May 09, 2005, 10:22:50 am
| Quote (Markito @ May 06 2005,9:27) |
| Kinda' like when you guys had your hairy backs waxed! |
WoW! I can't believe I didn't get a single reaction out of you guys on this.
You know, all collecting and no fun makes you guys dull boys.
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: BryanH on May 09, 2005, 11:16:36 pm
Kito - I would have commented but I couldn't read your post as my eyes were still watering from my last waxing!
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: on May 09, 2005, 11:25:25 pm
Thanks Bryan!
Title: Insulation choice?
Post by: BrianB on May 10, 2005, 07:46:43 am
Hehehe.....KIto, yer killin' me! Not only did I wax my back, but I was also learning to walk backwards thank you very much!
Not only did I wax my back, but I was also learning to walk backwards thank you very much!