- Measure twice, cut once (and in our case, multiply by 6).
- Follow directions when applying the contact cement.
- Use whatever you have to provide extra pressure while the adhesive sets (like c-clamps, ski poles, your head).
- Be happy with the results (or else).
All told I spent about $60 on EPS insulation + about $30 on glue. Getting ready to set a move-in date this summer. (This wasn’t meant to be a pinto bean ad, really.)
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I did think at first that you used pinto beans to insulate your house … I’ve heard of using popcorn as a packing material, so it wasn’t too far of a stretch to think of mashed beans as an insulator. A yummy insulator for bugs.
The house is looking good!
Mmmm, mashed beans. Great idea for saving even more money!
Love your blog! Just wanted to mention that with contact cement you shouldn’t need to use clamps. It is designed to stick when the two parts make “contact.” The trick is to apply an ample amount to both surfaces then let it dry until just tacky. Once tacky you can press the parts together. If you waited long enough they’ll stick like…well glue.