Hello.
I've torn up the floor on our porch or whatever you want to call it, and I'm planning to do some form of renovation.
For insulation, peat was used; it seems like that might not be very easy to find today. I would like to renovate as true to the time period as possible, but at the same time, there's economy and comfort to consider.
I simply thought of starting by filling the outer uninsulated part with regular rock wool.
But should I have some form of paper at the bottom, or can it be placed directly on?
There are 2 steel heating pipes running through the peat, and I'm wondering if I should risk splicing in there for the radiator I plan to place in the room, or should I try to run it above the floor from the adjacent room, do you think?
Then I thought to build a bit by using chipboard that I have lying around and then a regular pine floor.
Anything I should keep in mind?
Happy to receive suggestions and ideas
Best regards,
I've torn up the floor on our porch or whatever you want to call it, and I'm planning to do some form of renovation.
For insulation, peat was used; it seems like that might not be very easy to find today. I would like to renovate as true to the time period as possible, but at the same time, there's economy and comfort to consider.
I simply thought of starting by filling the outer uninsulated part with regular rock wool.
But should I have some form of paper at the bottom, or can it be placed directly on?
There are 2 steel heating pipes running through the peat, and I'm wondering if I should risk splicing in there for the radiator I plan to place in the room, or should I try to run it above the floor from the adjacent room, do you think?
Then I thought to build a bit by using chipboard that I have lying around and then a regular pine floor.
Anything I should keep in mind?
Happy to receive suggestions and ideas
Best regards,
I have no input on the renovation itself, but I really hope you intend to use it for its rightful purpose - drinking punsch!
No one with a bit more input.
I'm basically completely ignorant when it comes to construction, so some tips would be appreciated.
I'm basically completely ignorant when it comes to construction, so some tips would be appreciated.
What would be the purpose of having tar paper at the bottom? I mean, tar paper doesn't prevent moisture, doesn't insulate, and it looks tight at the bottom so you don't need it to keep the mineral wool in place...
I don't quite understand the construction though, it looks like you have a layer of boards underneath - is that in the ground, or what is underneath? And is it frost-free or is it like a conservatory in old houses?
Are they original pipes, or how old are they? I'm thinking that if they are old and weakened, they might give in if you start pulling on them...
I don't quite understand the construction though, it looks like you have a layer of boards underneath - is that in the ground, or what is underneath? And is it frost-free or is it like a conservatory in old houses?
Are they original pipes, or how old are they? I'm thinking that if they are old and weakened, they might give in if you start pulling on them...
I don't really know if "punchveranda" is the right term.
What is insulated is inside the house, what doesn't stick out.
The pipes are old steel pipes, probably from the beginning in 1923, but they generally seem to be in good condition. However, I think I'll splice above ground instead of risking something.
Regarding the tar paper, I think along the same lines, but on the other hand, it doesn't hurt to lay it at the bottom if you ever decide to tear something down from the outside or so.
The idea is that it should be better insulated and essentially maintain the same temperature as the rest of the house.
What is insulated is inside the house, what doesn't stick out.
The pipes are old steel pipes, probably from the beginning in 1923, but they generally seem to be in good condition. However, I think I'll splice above ground instead of risking something.
Regarding the tar paper, I think along the same lines, but on the other hand, it doesn't hurt to lay it at the bottom if you ever decide to tear something down from the outside or so.
The idea is that it should be better insulated and essentially maintain the same temperature as the rest of the house.