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From: jj@alice.UUCP
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Subject: Re: remodeling basements ?
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Date: Wed, 10-Apr-85 10:14:25 EST
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I have several suggetions:
	1)  Use 2x4 framing OVER a vapor barrier on the walls, AND the
floor (assuming it's flat).  Put regular fiberglass insulation
between the studs, and don't worry about the foam. (Not that the
rigid foam isn't good, by the way...)  Frame around the windows and the
door, and extend the sills over the new framing...

	2) If you're going to panel the room (I have some feelings that
you will want some sound absorbent material such as rugs, etc, if you do)
use 3/8 cdx (plyscore) instead of drywall, and put thin paneling over it.
If you use thick (1/2") paneling, just use the paneling.   

	3) Move the baseboard.  It's not a relly big job, and it will make
your life infinitely easier.  You can put it against the inside of
the finished wall.
	
	4) Consider replacing the door, depending on what kind of
door it is.


You haven't mentioned what you anticipate doing to the floor and the
ceiling, I'm curious as to what they are, and what sort of height
you have to work with.

JJ
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