Depending on how the floor is built, there are a few ways to make cantilevered floors more comfortable. One way is to hire a professional to spray in polyurethane or polyicynene insulation. If you choose to insulate this area yourself, follow the below directions below. The vapor barrier should face up, toward the heated part of the house. Replace siding or other materials.
Cold slabs can damage wood and carpets if water and ice condense on the floor.
During construction, rigid board insulation should be installed around its entire perimeter. Though insulation is difficult and expensive to install after your house is built, existing slabs can be insulated using rigid board and plywood flooring installed on top. This type of insulation should be done by a professional. Walls Insulating the walls of an existing home is difficult and generally should be done by a professional insulating contractor. Generally, those efforts will reward you with significant energy savings and an improved comfort level.