If it fits proper with no space between on either side of the board pick it up and put a thin layer of glue on.
How to insulate between floor boards.
The correct method of using rigid foam is to run continuous 4 foot by 8 foot sheets of the foam across the concrete basement wall making the rigid foam the de facto wall.
In most parts of the united states insulating the exterior edge of a slab can reduce heating bills by 10 to 20.
Next you will need to place the foam board insulation between each joist as a test.
After that thin furring strips are installed on top of the foam to provide a firm base for the drywall screws and drywall but can you run rigid foam between the studs just as you would do with fiberglass rolls or spray foam.
Add an insulating layer under.
Insulating a slab in an existing home can be expensive and disruptive but if the slab in your home is cold it is possible to dig around the perimeter of the house and install insulation usually foam board.
Transfer each measurement to a 4 by 8 foot sheet of rigid foam insulation.
Working from the crawlspace measure the distance between the floor joists with a tape measure.
We want to insulate the floor which is two different levels.
If it you need to spread it use a brush to help cover and smooth out the glue.
Cut your insulation to size using a utility knife.
Step 2 score a line on the metal backing with a utility knife then cut along the line with a drywall saw to make pieces of rigid foam that will fit between the joists.
Place it into the space between your existing floor joists relying on friction to hold it in place.
Installing roll insulation in ceiling of basement which is under floors of living space my basement is heated but a smaller amount than up in living space usually 66 68 upstairs and 58 60 at the same time in basement my question is about the kraft paper facing i think it should face the basement because of any moisture in basement.
Add wire insulation hangers as needed to.