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Olafhenny · 12-07-2013, 10:37 PM

Actually, Hasty, one layer of pink insulation (fibreglass) has an R-value of 11 or 12,
while two inches of polystyrene have an R-value of only 8. KJ has augmented his
protection, by filling his Styrofoam box with hay. Your method is probably just as
effective, providing it is well sealed against cold air at the bottom. A wedge of soil
piled against the bottom of the garbage bag, augmented with a heavy collar of leaf
mulch will do that, and it is not too late to apply that now. Also it is important, that
you have placed a heavy layer of your fibreglass on top of the PS as well.

Good luck,
Olaf

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