Kortalh OP t1_irbcpvx wrote on October 6, 2022 at 6:47 PM

Reply to comment by strangr_legnd_martyr in Is it safe to use faced insulation between internal walls/ceilings for soundproofing? by Kortalh

Doh, I can't believe I missed that. That makes a lot more sense. In that case, I'll just go with unfaced and not take the risk of moisture issues.

Thanks!

Kortalh OP t1_irb82mt wrote on October 6, 2022 at 6:16 PM

Reply to comment by pm_me_broken_stuff in Is it safe to use faced insulation between internal walls/ceilings for soundproofing? by Kortalh

As far as I can tell, yes -- R-13 fiberglass in both cases, same brand. I've checked the 3 major big-box stores and they're all similar. My only guess is that, since faced comes in compressed rolls and unfaced only comes in uncompressed batts, the cost must be due to the extra price of shipping.

Pulling the facing off is definitely an option. Not super appealing, but given the price difference, I'm willing to do it, ha.

But I'd rather not if I can avoid it, especially since it's a lot easier to staple in with the facing; if faced won't cause any moisture issues, that is.