On Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:22:35 -0400, aemeijers
wrote:

On 6/30/2011 9:31 AM, ls02 wrote:
I am thinking about using blown in cellulose insulation for new
construction: walls, attic as well in floors between first and second
floor and between first floor and basement. I have a lot of pipes and
wires so I suspect blown in cellulose will provide better value then
fiberglass batts which hard to put around so many obstacles.

Has anyone done this?

What's the cost of blown in cellulose vs fiber glass batts?

What's the best way to apply it to walls and floors? I saw video when
they blow it to wall open cavity then use some sort of screed to
screed excess flush with walls. What about floors? If I blow it to
ceiling will it stick and not fall down?

I heard most places who cell cellulose insulation rent the blower for
free. Does HD or Lowes rent it? Can one man operate it?

Since all the walls are open, I'd price pro-applied spray foam as well.
Superior insulation, and it acts as its own vapor barrier. Probably
higher up front cost, but quick payback in heat/cooling costs. But why
insulate above basement, unless it is gonna be finished living space and
you are looking for sound deadening?
Most common reason for insulating floors, period.