It s available in fiberglass mineral wool plastic fibers and natural fibers.
Types of attic insulation materials.
The open cell polyurethane foam has an r value of 3 5 to 3 6 per inch with a price tag of 1 1 20 square foot.
Open cell polyurethane and closed cell polyurethane.
Can be used to insulate almost any part of your home from the roof down to the foundation.
Foam board or rigid foam.
This type of insulation.
Foam board or rigid foam panels.
Sheathing reduces heat conduction through structural elements like wood and steel.
The maximum thermal performance or r value of insulation is very dependent on proper installation.
Diyers can use this foam for small jobs such as insulating door frames.
Blanket batts and rolls.
Do it yourself insulation of unfinished walls floors and ceilings.
Homeowners can install.
More options exist but these four materials make up the vast majority of installations in minnesota attics where i operate.
First let s discuss the most common types of insulation available for attics.
Rigid panels of insulation.
Batt and roll insulation.
Fiberglass batts cellulose loose fill fiberglass and spray foam.
There are two types of spray foam.