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Vaulted Ceiling, non vented? Tony 06-20-2007
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Posted by Dennis on June 21, 2007, 8:06 pm
I haven't heard this before, do you mean that the roof gets much warmer than
if insulated with loose fill?

> Using foam creates a "hot roof". No, it won't catch fire. But if you
> are in a warm climate, it may not be appropriate.



Posted by Tony on June 21, 2007, 9:35 pm

> Is the existing roof ventilated? If so, perhaps you can drill some
> holes in the sheathing of the old roof just below where the new roof
> ties in, to allow the air from the lower roof to pass upward.

I suppose this could work
Nice idea!

they goin let me get by with this?
but it's a perfect idea as the receiving roof is nearly straight up! which
means hot air won't bottle neck



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