How To Apply Insulation In Attic

Can you insulate the interior walls in an attic.

How to apply insulation in attic.

Lay the batts across the ceiling joists covering the existing insulation. How do i add insulation to existing attic insulation. Install fiberglass batts over existing batt insulation. Put on goggles and gloves to protect yourself while handling.

You can find out more in our articles on how to apply a vapor barrier to attic insulation and which way to face insulation. Fastening insulation gently press the insulation between two studs with its moisture barrier facing out toward the room. With a helper to load the blower with insulation as needed start at the perimeter of the attic and work toward the attic access door. Fill every joist space completely and evenly with the insulation leaving attic vents uncovered.

Kate january 25 2012 at 5 32 pm. Measure how much insulation you already have. Flatten the tabs against the front edge of the stud on each side of the batt. Use a staple gun and.

While wearing dust mask and gloves carry r 38 batts of unfaced fiberglass insulation into the attic. Level uneven spots with a rake. I noticed in the above video that the walls are not insulated. Find a pre screened local home insulation contractor.