Faderus
New Member
Hi, I am installing a Sterling Ensemble tub and surround into a 1960 construction raised ranch with the long side of the tub on an exterior wall (in upstate NY) . I have 2 questions...
The existing rough in is pretty big. Would it be improper to sheathe the studs with a water resistant ply to make up the space?
Would it be detrimental or beneficial in any way to use spray foam on the back of the surround and tub to limit water heat loss (current install has a cast iron tub and probably no functional insulation to the exterior wall so is a giant heat sink.)
I was planning on installing rock wool insulation, any issues? I am a fan of spray foam but since this is such a small area, it is probably not cost effective to use here, unless I'm missing something.
The existing rough in is pretty big. Would it be improper to sheathe the studs with a water resistant ply to make up the space?
Would it be detrimental or beneficial in any way to use spray foam on the back of the surround and tub to limit water heat loss (current install has a cast iron tub and probably no functional insulation to the exterior wall so is a giant heat sink.)
I was planning on installing rock wool insulation, any issues? I am a fan of spray foam but since this is such a small area, it is probably not cost effective to use here, unless I'm missing something.