I live in an old farmhouse, the loft (attic) was originally used to store grainI imagine it's a type of wattle and daub (probably spelt that wrong!) 'filling', with 15cm? terracotta tiles on topThe previous owners then put down a thin layer of cement on top of the tilesI want to insulate the loft using rolls of insulation 200mm thickPaper backed or not?
There might be some advantage to using a faced insulation to help retard vapor movementIf you install faced material, be sure to apply the facing toward the heated sideThere are two reasons for that: 1) the facing is a vapor barrier (not really a barrier, but that's what it's called),and must be placed toward the heated space and, 2) the facing is combustible and Building Codes require that it be installed in substantial contact with a wall, ceiling or floor materialThere would be no harm is using an unfaced product if you'd ratherIn either case, the attic should be well vented.
no idea- doesn't sound flattering though.
Was too polite to say jackassm
