While looking into Monarch Butterflies, I learned that the big leafy plants on the property are common milkweed, important for their survival.
Encouraging Monarchs @ naturenb.ca
Flowers to Attract Monarch Butterflies @ backyardgardenlover.com
Plenty of ‘fun’ today. On my back stapling 0.6 cm galvanized wire mesh (critter proofing) to the underside of the floor joists that are 50 to 75 cm above the ground.
2.5 cm foiled rigid insulation rests on the wire mesh. For added support I’ll be adding wood strapping to the underside at 90 cm intervals. The primary insulation will be about 23 cm of cellulose fiber poured on top for a combined R value of 37.4.
An invasive species in these parts.
Found while crawling around under the floor joists.
Floor construction has been a slog. The inconsistent dimensions of the rough lumber for the floor joists has meant constant measuring and reconfirming before cutting and fixing everything in place.
Last of the blocking is in place. The varmint proofing and insulation installation is underway.