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