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Old 10-28-2009, 12:18 PM   #1
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Default Insulating a basement

I have read many different replies regarding insulating the basement walls and not. Also I have been told not to install a vapor barrier. One source I talked with said, that I should just build the walls 1" away from the poured concrete and than install the drywall. I have already studded out my basement, leaving a 1" gap from the pour walls. Do I even need insulation in the cavity ? Do I apply any vapor barrier ? Do I now cut pink or blue foam and stick it within the studs ? Help, I also live in the Chicago area.
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