On 3/27/2021 4:27 PM, Michael Trew wrote:

>>> More than I would like to do laundry in the winter.Â* My point was,
>>> that these chilled spaces affect the living areas above to feel
>>> draftier in the winter.Â* I've been considering insulating my basement
>>> ceiling to make the first level rooms less drafty.
>>
>> Insulation is essential if you want to conserve on energy costs.
>>
>> Jill
>
> The unfortunate part is that my 120 year old house is built with real
> masonry - outer layer of brick, and an inner layer of brick on which the
> wall plaster is directly applied.Â* I don't think any of my walls can be
> insulated.Â* The attic insulation needs beefed up for sure.Â* There are
> gaps and cracks that need filled in the foundation as well; I can feel
> drafts heavily in the cellar in winter time.

Probably not many options. You can always build an insulated wall on
the exterior walls. I've seen this used and it does a nice job for your
situation
https://www.insofast.com/