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  • May 18, 2009, 10:49 AM
    sumpssuck
    insulating and drywalling CMU (cement block) wall
    What's the best way to insulate and drywall a cement block wall (above grade)? It has to be flush to the wall. We're thinking using the rigid sheet insulation to keep the assembly thin. The wall is about 12 x 8.

    Furr the wall? Metal or wood furrs? Glue? Screws? We're not sure how to work with these cement blocks. Are there moisture issues, and how to deal with them?
  • May 18, 2009, 08:59 PM
    21boat

    This is the best way to insul a block wall above grade or below grade.

    YouTube - Best way to insulate a basement 800x600

    YouTube - Install Rigid Foam Insulation in Basement Video
  • Apr 9, 2012, 08:27 PM
    ma0641
    Typically won't have moisture issues
    Above grade. I hesitate to hammer into a cmu wall. 1" rigid foam gives you R6-8 depending on composition. I would use 3/4 pt 1X4",glued and occadionally screwed to the wall and then 3/4 foam, 1/2 drywall glued to the furring. Outlets?

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