ᐅ Drywall partition in the basement (new construction) – acceptable or risk of mold?
Created on: 20 Apr 2021 11:58
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Hello,
In my new build, there is a large basement room without any partitions. I would like to divide it as follows:
Front area: heating system, electrical supply, washing machine, dryer, etc.
Rear area: storage space
I have a contractor for this who wants to install a drywall partition using plasterboard.
I have read various arguments for and against drywall partitions in basements, but couldn't reach a clear conclusion because those discussions were about older buildings or basements with saunas and similar features.
In my case, it is a "dry" basement (waterproof concrete shell), and no sauna, shower, or similar installations will be added. At most, laundry might be hung on a drying rack. There is practically no ventilation (2 light wells—with plans to have one per room later) and a basement door. Insulation in the wall would not be necessary.
Is this okay, or would mold still develop?
In my new build, there is a large basement room without any partitions. I would like to divide it as follows:
Front area: heating system, electrical supply, washing machine, dryer, etc.
Rear area: storage space
I have a contractor for this who wants to install a drywall partition using plasterboard.
I have read various arguments for and against drywall partitions in basements, but couldn't reach a clear conclusion because those discussions were about older buildings or basements with saunas and similar features.
In my case, it is a "dry" basement (waterproof concrete shell), and no sauna, shower, or similar installations will be added. At most, laundry might be hung on a drying rack. There is practically no ventilation (2 light wells—with plans to have one per room later) and a basement door. Insulation in the wall would not be necessary.
Is this okay, or would mold still develop?
KingJulien22 Sep 2021 08:54If the drywall swells, it’s already too late; your basement is much too damp!
A basement also needs to be ventilated from time to time. And that should be done in winter, not in summer!
A basement also needs to be ventilated from time to time. And that should be done in winter, not in summer!
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