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This article is based on questions regarding Slabs asked during the May REScheck Webcast as well as questions received through email.
A substantial amount of heat is lost through an uninsulated slab, resulting in cold, uncomfortable floors.
Slab Insulation: Improve comfort and save energy in homes with slab-on-grade floors (219 KB)
Slab-on-grade floors are often the least expensive foundation system and can expedite the construction process.
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The insulation can be applied outside (see figure below) or inside (see figure below) the foundation wall.
The insulation can be cut at a 45-degree bevel cut (see figure) for residential construction.
This article is based on Slabs questions asked during the August 18, 2005 COMcheck Web-based training session as well as questions received through email.
Rigid board insulation (foam plastic) is an effective draft stop and also increases the R-value of the attic kneewall if installed on the attic side of the kneewall, replacing the need for separate dr...