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