The maximum thermal performance or r value of insulation is very dependent on proper installation.
Types of attic insulation materials.
Homeowners can install.
Do it yourself insulation of unfinished walls floors and ceilings.
Fiberglass batts cellulose loose fill fiberglass and spray foam.
Sheathing reduces heat conduction through structural elements like wood and steel.
More options exist but these four materials make up the vast majority of installations in minnesota attics where i operate.
Blanket insulation is available as batts or rolls and is the easiest diy insulation material.
Foam board or rigid foam.
Blanket batts and rolls.
Batt and roll insulation.
Can be used to insulate almost any part of your home from the roof down to the foundation.
Polystyrene and polyurethane are the most common types of materials used in making foam board.
Rigid panels of insulation.
First let s discuss the most common types of insulation available for attics.
Foam board or rigid foam panels.
Open cell polyurethane and closed cell polyurethane.
Diyers can use this foam for small jobs such as insulating door frames.
There are two types of spray foam.
This type of insulation.