Q: We want to put insulated batts between the joist under our crawl space. We have a vapor barrier down and vents on all sides for ventilation. Will this effect our hardwood floors?
We find the floors very cold in the winter. What would be your solution?
A: That is about all you can do, I would think, other than running a heating duct into the area. It won’t affect your floor.
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