Unlike standard ground floor construction, suspended floors are not sitting directly on the ground This allows air flow and ventilation to prevent the mould and dry rot that would otherwise occur over damp ground However this air flow can leave the problem of draughts and cold in the house if not insulated correctlyIf you don't know assume it doesn't 3) Are you blocking any air vents, will you need to vent the under floor space? Materials For Suspended Timber Floor Insulation There are three main options Celotex / Kingspan type PIR thermal insulation board This comes in various thickness (50mm and 100mm are the most common) and in a variety of sizes (24 x 12m being the most common)
Fbe 03 Building Construction Science Lecture 3 Floor
