Should wall insulation be faced or unfaced?

• <div><p>Unfaced wall insulation is easier to cut and install, making it the better choice for a DIY project. It’s also more affordable. But if it’s unfaced, you’ll likely need to add a vapor barrier to reach your desired R-value and efficiency, as it doesn’t offer any moisture barrier.</p><p>Faced insulation uses paper or foil to create a built-in barrier and doesn’t require an extra step. It’s also more fire-resistant and safe. But it’s quite a bit more expensive and a little bit harder to work with as a DIYer.</p></div>

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Last update on November 24, 2020

Reviewed in November 2020
We recommend continental siding because the installers did a wonderful job. The house looks beautiful. We really like the color and it was the right color.
Continental Siding Supply, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2020
Good quality windows. Installers were excellent. Very Happy with the windows. The clean up was very good. It helped the utlities bill helped 6%.
Continental Siding Supply
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Reviewed in May 2020
Contract was put together by employee who seriously underestimated price of materials and labor, then quit suddenly. Stalled the project a bit. Steve (owner of company) stuck by the contract and I’m pretty sure he lost money on this project, but he did right by us. The bathroom looks great,...
Top Gunn Family Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2020
great staff from start to finish showing you what you need to know answering questions and showing you how everything works once it is installed making sure you know how it works before they leave
Universal Windows Direct of St Louis
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Reviewed in July 2018
I had the bathtub removed and had a shower put in. We really like the shower. The installer was really nice and cleaned up after himself.
Bath Fitter
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Reviewed in March 2018
Dave explained everything that should should take place with the install, and all equipment that was needed and how it is supposed to work. He answered all my questions and was very professional with suggestions.
Transform Home Improvements (formerly Sears)
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Reviewed in October 2014
Frank and his crew installed pier system to stabilize my front porch. Frank was very helpful in answering all of my questions and concerns. Crew show up right on time and did a very professional job! Would definitely use him again.
Advanced Foundation Repair & Replacement
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Reviewed in July 2013
Lynn and his crew were supposed to tear out the cabinets by a certain date and the kitchen was not ready when the cabinets arrived. He got paint all over the new cabinets and trim. The mudding job on the walls looks terrible and there are waves on the walls where the surface is not flat. He took...
Worry Free
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Reviewed in June 2013
This is a premier exterior remodeler in the St. Louis area. They were very professional in all aspects from the first time I met their design specialist to the very last nail that was picked up. They went out of their way to make sure that I was completely satisfied with my project. Every one...
Lakeside Renovation & Design
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Reviewed in March 2013
Jim arrived on time. Very polite. told us that the opener was going out. Installed the opener. And was thankfull that we called him.
Durbin Garage Doors LLC
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While fiberglass is dangerous to work with, it’s a perfectly safe material once it’s installed. If you’re tackling the installation yourself, make sure you take the proper safety precautions and wear the right gear to avoid skin and eye irritation and lung complications. Working with a professional insulation company can mitigate these risks.

Rigid foam board insulation is one of the safest insulation materials for basement walls. The panels offer a moisture barrier to prevent mold and mildew build-up. At the same time, this material is also fire-resistant, so you don’t have to worry as much about a fire breaking out as you would with spray foam insulation.

Unfaced wall insulation is easier to cut and install, making it the better choice for a DIY project. It’s also more affordable. But if it’s unfaced, you’ll likely need to add a vapor barrier to reach your desired R-value and efficiency, as it doesn’t offer any moisture barrier.

Faced insulation uses paper or foil to create a built-in barrier and doesn’t require an extra step. It’s also more fire-resistant and safe. But it’s quite a bit more expensive and a little bit harder to work with as a DIYer.

Reflective and high R-value batt or roll insulation are often considered energy-efficient, offering significant thermal resistance benefits.

You don’t need to staple insulation, as your drywall and studs will hold it into place. But if you already have a staple gun and staples lying around, it can help keep the product in place and avoid any shifting. But, most experts agree it’s an unnecessary step.

If you’re adding a vapor barrier, you will need to staple that in place.

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