I am decorating my garage and put up horizontal paneling on an interior wall yesterday. Behind it, I have 45 insulation / plastic / 120 insulation, etc. I decided to leave the panel a thickness, i.e., 22 mm from the floor, but discovered only after it was mounted (as a hobby carpenter) that the insulation is visible at the bottom. I hadn't thought of this before. Now I would like to "seal" the "gap," and my first thought was some kind of silicone sealant. But 22 mm is quite high, maybe a rubber strip? Does anyone have any suggestions? It shouldn't cost a fortune either, as it's about 30 meters of wall.
 
  • Cross-section diagram showing garage wall with horizontal paneling, 45mm insulation, and 120mm insulation. Indicates a 22mm gap at the bottom.
Not so many tips but I think I've figured out how I should do it anyway. Flip up a batten behind the panel and attach it with brads. This way, the insulation won't be visible. Cheap solution too.
 
  • Cross-section diagram showing insulation layers labeled "ISOLERING 45" and "ISOLERING 120" with measurements, illustrating a panel backing installation.
  • Wooden wall paneling installation in progress in a garage, with tools and ladder visible. Ceiling lights illuminate the workspace.
Staffans2000
Good!
Self is the best farmhand.
 
If it's just because you don't want to see the insulation, perhaps expanding window tape might work?
 
  • Expanding foam window seal roll with yellow label, featuring brand "3-C" and certifications, used for insulation purposes.
Solvskaftet Solvskaftet said:
If it's just to keep the insulation out of sight, perhaps expanding window foam seal could work?
Good idea. I'll take it with me, it could be a solution.
 
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