He is also the author of the energy auditing blog.
Diy insulate attic hatch.
Then to really seal the attic access up tight says olson lay fiberglass batt insulation on the inside of the hatch or door and wrap it up tight like a christmas present photo 3.
Both can be added to uninsulated attics or layered over existing material.
Cut a piece of fiberglass or rigid foam board insulation the same size as the attic hatch and nail or glue it to the back of the hatch.
Then secure the pillow with the duct tape.
Loose fill or batt the common term for blanket insulation.
Erik north the owner of free energy maine is an energy auditor and home performance specialist in westbrook maine.
This creates an insulated attic access door.
If you have pull down attic stairs or an attic door these should be sealed in a similar manner.
To keep the blown in insulation from falling through the attic hatch opening make a 2x12 dam around the hatch perimeter.
Insulate and air seal your attic hatch to save money and improve your house s comfort.
For diy attic insulation you ve got two choices.
Stack insulation batts on top of the duct tape so they extend about 1 in.
Weatherstrip the edges and put a piece of rigid foam board insulation on the back of the door.