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