Floor insulation

 

Unfortunately, and maybe fortunately, but nothing lasts forever under our moon. Civilizations arose and died, people came and went, houses were built and demolished. Nevertheless, new times create new technologies and new materials. And there is no need to live in the same conditions that we lived in thirty or forty years ago.
Such arguments may please those who own an apartment (or just a resident of it), built during the Soviet period. And not during Gorbachev's time, but much earlier. You can talk endlessly about those five-story buildings that once inhabited most of the country, but it won't make the houses any warmer. But analyzing the situation that has developed over the years (outdated materials, lack of high-quality insulation, lowering the temperature level) and drawing conclusions from it will help.
So, the main problem of houses of this type is heat preservation. The main "portals" for its disappearance from the apartment are windows, doors and the floor. And that's only because there may be cracks in the exterior walls that allow cold air to flow between the concrete and the wood. If there are no questions with the first two positions – windows and doors can be easily replaced, but you will have to spend money on it – then everything is a little more complicated with the floor. Of course, you can call a team of installers who will do everything for a fee. But you can do everything yourself, while saving a good amount. And in order to repair and insulate the floor yourself, you will need to visit a construction market or a store.
For repairs, you will need: insulation, MDF or chipboard panels, self-tapping screws, and a screwdriver. The repair itself is performed as follows. All furniture and appliances are being removed from the room where repairs will be carried out. The linoleum or other covering is carefully lifted, and it is also carried away, say, into the corridor. Then we lift the old floor. It is better to do this carefully, so as not to damage the supports, they will still be useful. With the help of a vacuum cleaner or a broom, all dust and dirt are eliminated (and there will be a lot of it there, because it has been accumulating for so many years). A layer (or several layers) of insulation is laid on clean concrete. It is worth making a small remark here – it is worth taking insulation from modern materials, since foam and glass wool have lower heat preservation rates than new products.
When the insulation is laid, chipboard (or MDF) is used. You should decide on the material in advance, weigh all its pros and cons. However, chipboard is somewhat cheaper than its counterpart, so further work will be conditionally with it. The floor is covered with chipboard sheets, and self-tapping screws are used to secure it in the required position. At the end of the work, the renovated floor will be smooth, warm and durable. 1win offers online sports betting, casino games and poker to players in many countries. The 1win bonus code and you will get a 500% bonus on your first deposit. Then get more bonuses all the way up to $1,025. T&Cs apply. Over 18s only. Simply enter the code during the registration process when asked if you have a promo code, and you will be able to claim the biggest available bonus. Once you register, you can claim your bonus. A 500% deposit bonus is available for new players and is worth up to $1025 or currency equivalent.