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  • Insulating Walls
  • From "Bathroom Renovations"
    episode DBTR-311


    Host Amy Matthews and homeowners Nate and Carolyn begin insulating the walls.

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    PHOTO

    Figure A
    PHOTO

    Figure B
    PHOTO

    Figure C
    Materials:

    insulation
    poly sheeting
    respirator mask
    hammer stapler
    safety glasses
    gloves
    insulation tape

    Insulating Walls

    1. Cut insulation to length of stud cavity and push it back in place, then pluck it back out flush with the cavity (figure A). You don't want to have any voids.

    2. Cover the walls with four mil all-purpose poly sheeting. Use a hammer stapler to hang it (figure B).

    3. If any cuts are made in the plastic, such as around electrical boxes, seal them off with insulation tape (figure C).


    RESOURCES :

    Steam Shower
    Steam Generator
    Model #: MS225TC1

    Tempo Plus Time & Temperature Control
    Model #: MSTPLUS-PC
    Color: Polished Chrome

    Autoflush Automatic Drain Valve System
    Model #: MS81500S

    Brand Name: Mr. Steam
    Website: www.mrsteam.com

    Tile
    Field Tile 3"x3"
    Model #: Floor Tile
    Color: 230 Matte Green

    Field Tile 3"x3"
    Model #: Single Bullnose
    Color: 230 Matte Green

    Brand Name: North Prairie Tileworks, Inc.
    Website: www.handmadetile.com


    GUESTS :
    Mark Torgeson, Contractor
    Northern Star Construction
    1632 W. 26th St.
    Minneapolis, MN 55405
    Telephone: 1-612-817-7406

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