How do I Insulate the Underside of a Bay Window?

How do I Insulate the Underside of a Bay Window?
Published: Sep 15, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
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  1. Remove the exterior sheathing material that covers the interior floor joists of the bay window area. Wear goggles and safety mask to protect from flying debris. Remove loose dirt and debris and discard.

  2. Measure twice and cut once to avoid errors.
  3. Measure the space between floor joists and the width of each individual floor joists.

  4. Cut the foam panels using the utility knife according to the measurements taken. Insert the foam panels between the floor joists on the underside of floor boards, to ensure panels have been cut to the correct widths.

  5. Seal spaces around the foam panels with the expanding foam. Continue applying foam boards until the underside of the floor boards is covered. Foam boards that are placed vertically and adjacent to the floor joists should join at the expanding foam seams. Use a damp cloth to clean excess foam and drips.

  6. Replace sheathing that was removed and seal up air spaces on the exterior to prevent air leaks.

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For climates that have harsh winters or summers, two layers of foam can be applied for greater insulation protection.

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