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Basement Laundry Room Insulation + Other Advice Needed

5 years ago

Hi, I'm looking for some advice, feedback, ideas, etc. on the current state of my laundry room and what I can do to make it better. I've attached images of the room, including thermal, for you to reference. Any and all help would be much appreciated. Below are some areas that I was looking to address. Thanks


Insulation (West Wall):

Background Information:

  • The sill sits at 18" above grade. Prior owner had pieces of batt insulation shoved up there. Coldest room in the basement (by far).

Questions

  1. can the rim joists be insulated, and if so what is the best/proper way to do it?
  2. if rim joists cannot be insulated, what are my alternatives

My thoughts:

  • mount rigid foam, seal rigid foam, followed by some fire resistant batt insulation.


Dryer Vent:

As I understand it the exhaust duct should definitely not be held up by the washing machine drain pipe. Besides figuring out how to not do that, are there any options to minimize it's footprint or configure it in a more effective way?


Upstairs Drainage Lines:

In regards to the sink pipe I have two images relating to that. Best way to cover that hole? Further, is there a better configuration that would be more beneficial?


Lighting:

Distance from light to floor is ~8 feet. Lighting is not bad but could be better. Any ideas for improvement?


Wiring:

It's everywhere. Any suggestions welcome


Other Considerations:

Any thoughts on adding an exhaust such as those put in bathrooms? I would like to keep moisture at bay as best possible. I've read that exhausts are sometimes recommended.


Any creative ways to utilize space more effectively?









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