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Hello Im in chapel hill nc zone 3 Im looking into insulating 30x40x12 metal building shop it has 2.5 inch metal framing i have been quoted 2 inch closed walls […]
Metal building insulation bonusroom1 | Posted in General Questions on April 3, 2026 06:37am Hello Im in chapel hill nc zone 3 Im looking into insulating 30x40x12 metal building shop it has 2.5 inch metal framing i have been quoted 2 inch closed walls and ceiling about 7k my other option is fiber faced polyiso in (2 )1.5 inch layers 3 inches total off setting seams for 2700 dollars. Could I install first layer flush with framing members leaving 1 inch cavity and install second layer over framing to address thermal bringing? Answer GBA Detail Library A collection of one thousand construction details organized by climate and house part Search and download construction details Join the leading community of building science experts Become a GBA Prime member and get instant access to the latest developments in green building, research, and reports from the field. Start free trial Related Questions metal building insulation in non-metal house Metal building insulation Metal building — office insulation Metal building for residences Replies Log in or create an account to post an answer. Sign up Log in