Attic insulation ideas

If you’re thinking about adding insulation to your attic, be sure to inquire about whether or not it’s possible. This article tells you if it’s possible.

Foam board insulation is easy to use and is a great DIY way to add some insulation. It comes in standard sheets and in many thicknesses.

Earlier this year I got a question about a home that had spray foam insulation in the attic. There's nothing unusual about that. A lot of builders and homeowners are going with spray foam insulation because of the airtightness benefits. But then the questioner mentioned that the spray foam contractor had intentionally left big holes to the outside by not sealing the gable vents.

Insulating your attic adds another layer of protection in between the roof, which takes the bulk of the sun's radiation, and your living area.

It appears we’ve reached the stage of this rebuild in which one big project will be completed every week. It’s Week Four of the Spring 2020 One Room Challenge™ and today, I’m showing you how we are sealing our historic home from the inside to prevent moisture and weather intrusion and provide a sturdy reinforcement to our old wood siding. Not all progress is pretty but this is my favorite new feature of our house so far! …

Maximize headroom when insulating an attic.

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Keep the heat in with this attic insulation guide:

Stop shivering and start saving with DIY attic insulation. From the right materials to expected costs, learn how to turn that chilly space into a cozy one.

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How to Install Radiant Barrier on Attic Rafters in 5 Steps: The goal of adding a radiant barrier in your attic is to cover as much of the underside of the roof as possible. You want to add the foil on all surfaces that make up the roof, but you also need to keep vents open and clear of the foil.

Though it is an often overlooked part of the home, properly insulating the attic can have the biggest impact on heating costs. Learning how to insulate your attic on your own, can help you save even more money. In this guide, we’ll cover how to blow in cellulose insulation, which is not only cost-effective but also gives one of the highest R-values of any insulation. You’ll need at least one other person to load the blower and someone to be in the attic. #DIY #AtticInsulation…

In This Article: How to Insulate a Finished Attic How to Insulate an Unfinished Attic Whether your attic is finished or unfinished, this expert DIY gui

In this how-to video, <em>This Old House</em> general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O'Connor demonstrate the proper way to insulate an attic

In late August our AC unit stopped working. I live in SWFL which is very hot and humid 11 months out of the year-August is the worst! I have extreme heat sensit…

From blown-in insulation to foam, learn the best ways to insulate closed walls. Walls closed with drywall can be insulated; learn how. #lifehacks #homedecorideas #remodeltips #renovationideas #thespruce

Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — if it's installed correctly. Here are five common insulation mistakes to avoid.

Need insulation for your DIY attic project, but don’t know how much to get? Calculate the amount of insulation you need in minutes. #JMInsulation #DIYinsulation

Before you start laying your loft boards it’s important to prep your loft space. There’s nothing worse than starting something and realising you need to undo something you’ve done – it can make the whole process longer than it needs it to be. So you’re wondering what you need to prep? Check out our install video! #Attic #AtticInsulation #Insulation #Storage #AtticRoom #HomeStorage

If you are thinking about insulating your attic, there are several options. The trendy one is spray-in foam, but that can be costly and is not a DIY project. Foam board is cheaper, but can it be safely used in an attic? You can use foam board in the attic. It is an excellent installation ...