Hi everyone,
I'm new here and just wanted to say that I've already learned so much from researching this site. It's a great resource.
So, I'm having a 16' x 16' shed built in the backyard. I plan to use it as a workspace / project studio / retreat and I want to finish it with insulation and drywall. I plan on using a 12,000 BTU portable A/C in the summer and some sort of portable garage heater in the winter. I'm in Durham, NC so the summers are hot and winters can be quite cold. The shed will be a mostly shady spot because we have a nice canopy of trees in the backyard. I thought insulating the shed would be relatively simple but after almost a week of research I'm puzzled.
I plan on using R-13 fiberglass batts in the walls and finish them with drywall. The ceiling / roof is where I'm running into problems. The roof is framed with 2 x 6 at 24" on center. There's a ridge vent that runs almost the full length of the shed and a gable vent on each side. I've included some photos here so you can see exactly how it's setup. The photos are of a 12 x 16 demo shed on the lot (mine is just now being built).
The contractor says not to staple batts between the rafters because it will most likely hold moisture up against the roof decking. That makes sense to me. They suggested rigid foam board or possible some foil backed bubble insulation. Rigid foam board insulation kind of pricey and I'm not sure it's the best option.
Here are the photos and any suggestions would be most appreciated.
Thanks!
I'm new here and just wanted to say that I've already learned so much from researching this site. It's a great resource.
So, I'm having a 16' x 16' shed built in the backyard. I plan to use it as a workspace / project studio / retreat and I want to finish it with insulation and drywall. I plan on using a 12,000 BTU portable A/C in the summer and some sort of portable garage heater in the winter. I'm in Durham, NC so the summers are hot and winters can be quite cold. The shed will be a mostly shady spot because we have a nice canopy of trees in the backyard. I thought insulating the shed would be relatively simple but after almost a week of research I'm puzzled.
I plan on using R-13 fiberglass batts in the walls and finish them with drywall. The ceiling / roof is where I'm running into problems. The roof is framed with 2 x 6 at 24" on center. There's a ridge vent that runs almost the full length of the shed and a gable vent on each side. I've included some photos here so you can see exactly how it's setup. The photos are of a 12 x 16 demo shed on the lot (mine is just now being built).
The contractor says not to staple batts between the rafters because it will most likely hold moisture up against the roof decking. That makes sense to me. They suggested rigid foam board or possible some foil backed bubble insulation. Rigid foam board insulation kind of pricey and I'm not sure it's the best option.
Here are the photos and any suggestions would be most appreciated.
Thanks!

