How to Insulate a Basement with Foam Board | For Beginners Step-by-Step DIY! @TheExcellentLaborer
How to Insulate a Basement with Foam Board | For Beginners Step-by-Step DIY!  @TheExcellentLaborer
Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I show how to insulate a basement using foam board insulation for the install. In this step-by-step DIY guide, Iโ€™ll show you how to cut, fit, and install Owens Cornering FOAMULARยฎ NGXยฎ rigid foam board insulation for better energy efficiency and moisture control. Perfect for beginners looking to improve their basement walls.

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Intro 00:00
Foam Board Installation 02:46
Taping Foam Board Joints 14:18


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