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  • Sep 12, 2010, 11:13 AM
    AKoester
    Can I use 1/2" styrofoam on the inside wall studs before drywalling?
    Spacing out with blue 1/2" styrofoam
  • Sep 12, 2010, 02:58 PM
    pattyg2

    I don't see why not. It may provide some sound insulation. Just be sure about the spacing for doorways and trim since it will be thicker.
  • Sep 12, 2010, 04:08 PM
    mtconc

    Why not between the studs?
  • Sep 14, 2010, 05:44 PM
    ma0641
    Styrofoam is a compressible material and you might have tiling issues down the road. If you need to space out-Furring? Rip some 1/2 plywood and use that. You can put Styrofaom between the studs and it will reduce noise migration but if you have a full wall cavity, use R-13 fiberglass.
  • Sep 15, 2010, 03:46 AM
    pattyg2

    Inside the studs will work but you will have to work around any electrical running through the walls.
  • Sep 18, 2010, 08:16 PM
    logan176

    Why are you using the Styrofoam? We might be able to recommend better materials.

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