Dow THERMAX™ Exposed Basement Applications - Manual (Page 4)

Utilities
Installation
Electrical and plumbing
utilities can be easily installed
behind or within the insulation
board. Cut openings in the back
side of the insulation board for
electrical boxes and access to
plumbing fixtures and other
utilities (Figures 13 and 14).
for Painting
If desired, THERMAX ™
Sheathing and THERMAX ™
White Finish insulation may
be painted after installation
and taping of joints. Visit the
online Answer Center at
www.insulateyourhome.com/
thermax for more specific
recommendations to paint
THERMAX insulations.
Recommendations
I N S T A L L A T I O N I N F O R M A T I O N
Figure 13
Figure 14
Form No. 179-07260-0506P&M
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is responsible for determining whether products and the information in this document are appropriate for Customer’s use and for ensuring that Customer’s workplace and disposal practices are in
compliance with applicable laws and other government enactments. Dow assumes no obligation or liability for the information in this document. NO WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN; ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.
THERMAX products should be used only in strict accordance with product application instructions. THERMAX products, when used in a building containing combustible materials, may contribute to the
spread of fire. For more information, consult MSDS and/or call Dow at 1-866-583-BLUE (2583). In an emergency, call 1-989-636-4400.
WARNING: THERMAX insulation does not constitute a working walkable surface or qualify as a fall protection product.
Building and/or construction practices unrelated to insulation could greatly affect moisture and the potential for mold formation. No material supplier including Dow can give assurance that mold will not
develop in any specific system.
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Insulation, when installed
according to ENERGY STAR
guidelines, can save energy.
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