May 18, 2024 · Has anyone had any experience with Prodex insulation? Im looking to insulate a metal building in North East Georgia. This insulation almost seems to be to good to be true. …

Mar 3, 2010 · The point is not that prodex does 'nothing' but that for the money it is lousy insulation. R2 [which is generously what prodex is] is a lot better than R0, so of course it does …

Dec 12, 2018 · Something like Prodex is a good option. From what I read, I would do it between the poles and metal siding during construction.

Jul 2, 2019 · Studded in a 28x35' pole building with attached lean-to, Putting in R19 kraft batts and putting up 5/8 plywood. Mounting electric in conduit and my air lines on outside to make …

Dec 16, 2025 · (U factor is a measure of thermal transmission, the reciprocal of R-value.).. The reduction in required insulation for continuous insulation is because the bridging from framing …

Oct 6, 2025 · Those aren’t “Energy heel” trusses, so they likely aren’t compatible with your R49 insulation code requirement. Energy heel trusses would have additional blocking to increase …

Mar 24, 2016 · I was just going to lay the insulation up to the edge of the garage wall so the soffit is open, then obviously above the insulation will all be open. So the air can all flow up there. …

Feb 6, 2010 · Hello Guys, I am looking at a 50' x 75' steel building. I know I need insulation, but the soft, puffy insulation the manufacture offers just wont look finished off and I cant afford to …

Dec 13, 2014 · Add 2x4 between the rafters along bottom perimeter of hole to support batt insulation. You'll need something there anyway for screwing trim or metal sheet.

Oct 14, 2021 · Theres lots of insulation experts in here. I think it's time to replace the neoprene washers on the roof. I'm curious if spray foam under a leaking roof is acceptable or just a way …