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Hello, i currently have a vaulted ceiling with r-19 fiberglass insulation in between the 2 x 8 x 24" o. c. i will be re-roofing soon by removing the existing cedar shakes and leaving the 1 x 6 spaced sheathing, i am considering placing prodex insulation atop the existing 1 x 6 sheathing and then top nailing 4 x 8 sheets of osb to sandwich the prodex between the 1 x 6 and the 1/2" osb. do you see any problem with this application? thanks, ben (530) 979-0487 Hello, i currently have a vaulted ceiling with r-19 fiberglass insulation in between the 2 x 8 x 24" o. c. i will be re-roofing soon by removing the existing cedar shakes and leaving the 1 x 6 spaced sheathing, i am considering placing prodex insulation atop the existing 1 x 6 sheathing and then top nailing 4 x 8 sheets of osb to sandwich the prodex between the 1 x 6 and the 1/2" osb. do you see any problem with this application? thanks, ben (530) 979-0487

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Sounds good. Please see page: http://www.insulation4less.com/InsulationMethods-7-Roofing-click-for-Installation-Instructions.aspx

By CustomerService I., over a year old

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I have installed a french drain in my basement and the dimpled drainage board is extended up above the floor slab. the block wall is still moist. i have already purchased prodex insulation can i install it on a moist wall and place behind the dimpled board so any moisteur would weep down into the french drain I have installed a french drain in my basement and the dimpled drainage board is extended up above the floor slab. the block wall is still moist. i have already purchased prodex insulation can i install it on a moist wall and place behind the dimpled board so any moisteur would weep down into the french drain

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We think you'll be fine.

By CustomerService I., over a year old

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I need to insulate a small refrigerator on a sailing boat. i need 34 cubic feet of material. it is not an industrial operation but i hope you can still help me. thanks richard dorner I need to insulate a small refrigerator on a sailing boat. i need 34 cubic feet of material. it is not an industrial operation but i hope you can still help me. thanks richard dorner

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I honestly don't know. It is used on garage doors and water heaters, I would try it.

By Lee G. over a year old

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I am thinking about using prodex to insulate my transit van. has anyone done this??? I am thinking about using prodex to insulate my transit van. has anyone done this???

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Yes. See page: http://www.insulation4less.com/InsulationMethods-35-Van---Sprinter-or-Cargo-click-for-Installation-Instructions.aspx

By CustomerService I., over a year old

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I would like to insulate my 170ext sprinter cargo van. what do your recommend? do i put smaller pieces between the ribs then a contiguous layer on top of that? i found the sprinter page but could not find detailed instructions or quantities. I would like to insulate my 170ext sprinter cargo van. what do your recommend? do i put smaller pieces between the ribs then a contiguous layer on top of that? i found the sprinter page but could not find detailed instructions or quantities.

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We do not have additional install instructions for that application beyond what is provided on page: http://www.insulation4less.com/InsulationMethods-35-Van---Sprinter-or-Cargo-click-for-Installation-Instructions.aspx

By CustomerService I., over a year old

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I have a metal building used as a barn. it will not ever be sealed against weather. i just want to eliminate condensation forming on the interior metal ceiling and creating rain. roof is already in place over 2x6 framework. is prodex still the best product attached to the underside of the studs? I have a metal building used as a barn. it will not ever be sealed against weather. i just want to eliminate condensation forming on the interior metal ceiling and creating rain. roof is already in place over 2x6 framework. is prodex still the best product attached to the underside of the studs?

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Yes, Prodex Total is designed to prevent condensation in metal buildings and pole barns - Please see page: http://www.insulation4less.com/Insulation4lessTechnicalArticles-20-Pole-Barn-Insulation.aspx

By CustomerService I., over a year old

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How accurate is the r value... im interested in purchasing over 10,000 sq ft of the 48" x 175' taped rolls but need to confirm the r value and prove it to my building dept to get an approval to use it for my metal framed metal building. can anyone help? How accurate is the r value... im interested in purchasing over 10,000 sq ft of the 48" x 175' taped rolls but need to confirm the r value and prove it to my building dept to get an approval to use it for my metal framed metal building. can anyone help?

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Everything posted on the website is accurate. Please click any R-value for the parameters of the testing and regulation. Please also email sales@Insulation4Less.com for a more complete response including a technical pdf that may be helpful with your building department. Provide the width, length and height of building. Let us know if your sheeting is on already. Helpful page on understanding R-values: http://www.insulation4less.com/Insulation4lessTechnicalArticles-267-Reflective-Insulation-Fact-vs-Fiction.aspx

By CustomerService I., over a year old

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How do you put this down in an attic? How do you put this down in an attic?

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Hi, Please see this page for install instructions: http://www.insulation4less.com/InsulationMethods-1-Attics-click-for-Installation-Instructions.aspx

By CustomerService I., over a year old

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Can it be installed beneath a glass roof Can it be installed beneath a glass roof

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Hi, please send your question to Sales@Insulation4Less.com Thank you

By CustomerService I., over a year old

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Will this meet building code requirements for flame/smoke development if left exposed inside a basement? Will this meet building code requirements for flame/smoke development if left exposed inside a basement?

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Approval questions should be posed to the party that grants the approval. The excellent flame/smoke ratings are provided on the technical sheet found on every Prodex Total Insulation product page under the technical tab. For additional questions, please email sales@Insulation4Less.com

By CustomerService I., on 3/6/24

Insulation4Less Questions & Answers

I am thinking about using prodex to insulate my transit van. has anyone done this??? I am thinking about using prodex to insulate my transit van. has anyone done this???

How do you put this down in an attic? How do you put this down in an attic?

Can it be installed beneath a glass roof Can it be installed beneath a glass roof

Will this meet building code requirements for flame/smoke development if left exposed inside a basement? Will this meet building code requirements for flame/smoke development if left exposed inside a basement?

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