If the air distribution is in the attic space then consider insulating the rafters to move the distribution into the conditioned space.
How insulate an attic ceiling.
That means insulating the attic floor only not the walls and having vents in the roof.
To meet all three goals insulating your finished attic ventilating the roof and maximizing headroom use a combination of dense batt insulation rigid foam sheeting and air chutes.
In this video this old house general contractor tom silva and host kevin o connor explain how to insulate an attic.
How to put insulation in a ceiling before drywall.
Ensure conditioned attic insulation strategy is compliant with local.
Insulate a cathedral ceiling by ensuring there is no opportunity for drafts to get into the room.
Lay the batts across the ceiling joists covering the existing insulation.
With a finished attic insulation must help keep the attic areas comfortable.
Ensure ends of insulation are butted together and flush to underside of framing.
For diy attic insulation you ve got two choices.
If you have an attic there are quick ways to insulate the ceiling from above after drywalling it.
Friction fit insulation between and parallel to the attic framing members.
Once you ve decided which type is best for you examine the material options and prices to home in on the right product.
Seal all ceiling openings.
Loose fill or batt the common term for blanket insulation.
In unfinished attic spaces insulate between and over the floor joists to seal off living spaces below.
How to insulate a finished attic.
Your home needs at least some type of insulation to keep the interior temperature of your home regulated regardless of the specific climate you live in.
While wearing dust mask and gloves carry r 38 batts of unfaced fiberglass insulation into the attic.
Typical ceiling insulation involves spreading either loose fill or batt the term commonly used for blanket insulation within the attic or airspace of a home.
Stand on a ladder and using a caulk gun seal any areas where there is visible wiring or plumbing.
If you don t have an attic however there is.
Both can be added to uninsulated attics or layered over existing material.
Check the joists and wall plates for any holes or openings.
Ensure insulation extends to the outside edge of the exterior top plates and to the peak of the cathedral ceiling.