If a house has been recently insulated how long is it okay to leave it as such before putting up the drywall? Is it safe to continue living in the house with children?
2006-12-29 11:28:16 · 7 answers · asked by firefighter 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Insulation is non toxic and can be left exposed for ever if you want to live like that
2006-12-29 11:55:40 · answer #1 · answered by aussie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't describe what type of insulation you are dealing with here. Commonly used faced fiberglass insulation must be covered with drywall immediately. The kraft paper facing is stuck to the fiberglass insulation with a tar-like petrol product. Quite flammable. With a name like firefighter, I'd hope you recognize that.
Unfaced fiberglass can be left exposed, unless local building codes deem otherwise in their infinite wisdom.
2006-12-30 00:07:11 · answer #2 · answered by gazzarang 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That would depend on the type of insulation. Most insulation you can drywall right after insulating. And as far as it beeing safe for you to stay there with kids unless they are going to roll in it or eat it it should be safe.
2006-12-29 19:33:55 · answer #3 · answered by cjpburgess 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the insulation is none toxic and can be left exposed. my parents couldn't afford to drywall their entire house at the same time so they did it one or two walls at a time but had to live there as well with their daughter who's 10. there where no ill effects. but if your not comfortable with it i'd tack up some clear plastic sheeting you can buy at home depot or lowes. have fun!
2006-12-29 20:43:16 · answer #4 · answered by Kitterkat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get it drywalled ASAP. You don't list the age of your kids. Since they are always exploring, this could be a real Disneyland to them. Even if you just put the sheets up and tape and mud later would be beneficial. If it is unfaced fiberglass, it should be covered by a 4-6mil poly and taped and maybe even glued to the floor to prevent air from getting around it.
2006-12-30 11:36:36 · answer #5 · answered by mst57 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what type is it? the kraft paper on fiberglass type is flammable and should be covered by drywall. ask the local building inspector about it. another thing is the glass fibers that can be blown into the air by opening doors or even walking by it. did you know the latest thinking is that fiberglass will be the "new" asbestos? that's what they're saying.
2006-12-30 00:12:04 · answer #6 · answered by car dude 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-12-30 09:37:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋