Attic Insulation Between The Rafters

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.

Attic insulation between the rafters.

Check out our how to video at the link below. Install ventilation baffles into the space between the rafters before you install the insulation usually by stapling into place. Once you have these in place measure the length of the spaces between your rafters. 2d extend insulation into joist space to reduce air flows.

2 snap a chalk line between the length measurements. Cut each piece of insulation an inch or two longer than needed to assure a snug fit. Time to get the insulation finished and get this place warm. Https youtu be w4mkphzmqxw contact us restorat.

Then feed the rolled insulation under wires and pipe if either is present. Place the plastic sheeting on top of the rolled insulation. For rolled insulation place it between roof rafters. If your attic is going to be converted into livable space then you will need to insulate the roof rafters.

Make sure it is flush against the wood as even a 1 inch gap can cause a 20 percent heating loss. 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. Staple it to the rafters or scabbed on boards with a staple gun so that the paper backing is toward the interior of the room to act as a vapor.