Attic Fiberglass Insulation Installation

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Attic fiberglass insulation installation.

Owens corning r 19 ecotouch pink unfaced fiberglass insulation batt 19 1 4 in. R 19 unfaced fiberglass insulation batt 24 in. The pros often use spray foam insulation or blow shredded insulation. When installing fiberglass insulation observe all safety precautions.

If installing shredded insulation fill the attic space at least 15 inches high with insulation. Whether using loose fill or batts put the vapor barrier closest to the warm side of your installation where hot moist air would get in facing the house s interior in cold climates beneath floor insulation and the attic s interior in hot climates on top of floor insulation. 10 bags model k23q view the owens corning basement and crawlspace insulation. When installing fiberglass insulation in your home be sure to put the paper or foil vapor barrier facing toward the heated and cooled living area of the home down in attics up under floors in on walls to prevent condensation from occurring.

There are many different ways to install insulation. If installing fiberglass mats start by laying the mats at the furthest point from the attic access. Lay down boards or plywood sheeting to help you be able to walk safely in the attic space.