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BASEMENTS
Basements
have always presented challenges to builders in terms of
making the basement environment a comfortable living space.
Most problems are associated with moisture ( particularly
during the curing and dry-out phase of the foundation wall).
Depending on the time of construction, these problems can
manifest themselves in terms of water vapour condensing
against the foundation wall and freezing or condensing against
interior vapour barrier surfaces which then pools within
and at the bottom of the cavity. The end result is reduced
thermal performance, potential rot in wood framing members
and the growth of potentially toxic mould.
Weathershield
offers the most comprehensive solution to moisture problems
over batt insulation. Recent studies have shown that blown-in
cellulose insulation such as Weathershield has the ability
to prevent condensation from occurring within basement walls.
Explanations for these findings stems from the fact that
the product can absorb and hold water vapour and then release
it back out of the cavity as the foundation wall drys toward
the outside environment.
Surveys
conducted on mould growth in basements envelopes did not
find any evidence of mould or rot in walls insulated with
cellulose despite evidence that sporadic wetting occurred.
These findings demonstrate the natural fungicidal properties
of the borate based fire retardant chemicals used in Weathershield
. Not only do they resists the growth of mould and wood
rotting fungi within the insulation but also helps protect
untreated wood frame members from wood rot.
One
other common problem in basements envelopes is air leakage
through joist headers. Weathershield seals these areas quickly
and easily and can be blown or sprayed into small tight
spaces that would be otherwise be hard to insulate with
batt insulation.
The
choice is simple, economical and best of all Effective !
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