Attic Insulation Between The Rafters

Measure the length and width between two rafters in your attic and transfer the measurements to a 4 ft by 8 ft of rigid foam insulation board.

Attic insulation between the rafters.

Check out our how to video at the link below. Place the plastic sheeting on top of the rolled insulation. Time to get the insulation finished and get this place warm. Then feed the rolled insulation under wires and pipe if either is present.

Https youtu be w4mkphzmqxw contact us restorat. Install ventilation baffles into the space between the rafters before you install the insulation usually by stapling into place. Cut each piece of insulation an inch or two longer than needed to assure a snug fit. Use your straightedge to compress the insulation before cutting and use a very sharp utility knife to assure a good straight cut across the fiberglass batt.

For insulation to reach its full potential for preventing warm air migration it must maintain the. Once you have these in place measure the length of the spaces between your rafters. Push the insulation in place between the rafters but be careful not to compress the material. In finished attic rooms with or without dormer insulate 2a between the studs of knee walls 2b between the studs and rafters of exterior walls and roof 2c and ceilings with cold spaces above.

2d extend insulation into joist space to reduce air flows. 2 snap a chalk line between the length measurements. Make sure it is flush against the wood as even a 1 inch gap can cause a 20 percent heating loss.