How much more energy efficient is a log house with insulation package?
February 5, 2010 - 6:09 am
We are building with 6" cedar using foam gaskets and log seal. Trying to decide if it is worth the initial cost to do insulation package. What is R factor difference? Will it save heat/cooling costs? If so, will the savings be enough to cover the cost? Any opinions/facts would be appreciated. The log books go 50/50.
Yeah it will save. Cedar logs are wet. R factor is not that high.. Mine is Pine and Fir, less water logs 8-10" R factor is still low. Definitely could be better. Make special note about the windows and doors. Vinyl is better than wood and insulated steel door is better than wood.
February 5th, 2010 at 11:26 am
Yeah it will save. Cedar logs are wet. R factor is not that high.. Mine is Pine and Fir, less water logs 8-10" R factor is still low. Definitely could be better. Make special note about the windows and doors. Vinyl is better than wood and insulated steel door is better than wood.
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