Recent content by Boozle

So with either the fanfold xps or membrain route, I would want to remove the 6 mil poly that I currently have covering the exterior 2x4 framing, correct? Thanks for all the information!

So, a new development. Two of my walls have virtually zero space between the concrete and the interior 2x4 wall, so I can't get 1/4" fanfold behind them without bumping out the existing framing. On the other two walls that have a sufficient gap, it would be difficult to install airtight...

Thanks for the help - I'm learning a lot. I have a few new facts. My exterior walls are only 2x4, not 2x6. The exterior foam board is 1/2" and white, but doesn't really have a bead structure to it, and it appears to be foil faced. See picture. Also, the gap between the interior stud wall and...

Thanks for the response! I am actually in Denver, so zone 5 (just updated my profile). The existing "vapor barrier" isn't really sealed tight at all. There are a lot of flaps and overlaps that aren't airtight, and it is overall very loosely stapled. The exterior of the house is partially brick...

Hi all, I am remodeling my walkout basement right now. The basement was previously finished, but I tore out all the drywall to make a lot of electrical and plumbing modifications, and also to alter some of the framing. The entire basement has a concrete wall 4 feet high with a 4 foot 2x6 wall...