1. A reflective space blanket tarp provides some extra insulation. 2. Extra insulation to cut down on noise, especially for kitchens with hardwood or tile floors. 3. Extra insulation will not prevent this, because the heat that enters into steel studs quickly travels laterally through the framing to the outside of the house. 4. I put down extra insulation in the attic and installed it around the foundation walls, but I cannot afford to have insulation added to the outside walls. 5. Is extra insulation worth it in walls that have a lot of windows? 6. Residents of multifamily buildings might want to consider a unit with extra insulation for noise reduction. 7. Spacer blocks provide extra insulation by filling dead wall space. 8. That extra insulation can compress the window frame against the sash, making it difficult to open or close the window. 9. The styrofoam is not only an extra insulation but also acts as a cushion to smooth out the surface so the vinyl will lie straight and true. 10. The storms are in good shape and I would think they will provide a third layer of glass and extra insulation. |