Rigid Foam Board Insulation Attic Floor

When installing the foam use caulk or tape for maximum insulation between the material and the board or floor.

Rigid foam board insulation attic floor.

The superattic system utilizes proprietary silverglo rigid foam insulation panels to fully seal and insulate the attic directly beneath the roof rafters and directly inside the gable ends. It s made of environmentally sound closed cell polyisocyanurate foam bonded to a durable white matte non glare aluminum facer and a reflective reinforced aluminum facer. When installing foam insulation boards in the attic make sure you start from one corner and work your way around the room. Some types of thicker foam board insulation are available but they may need to be special ordered.

Foam board insulation is easy to use and is a great diy way to add some insulation. All foam boards absorb water vapor. It comes in standard size 4 8 sheets and smaller sizes in many different thicknesses from 1 4 inch to 2 inches. The superattic system creates a continuous air and insulation barrier directly beneath the attic roof with no thermal bridging to compromise energy performance.

R matte plus 3 thermasheath 3 is rigid foam plastic thermal insulation r matte plus 3 thermasheath 3 is rigid foam plastic thermal insulation board. Keep foam board insulation away from direct sunlight prior to installation. Foam board insulation is used on attics and walls yet it can also be used to insulate your floors. But insulating your floors is a good idea for many reasons including energy efficiency and height adjustments.

Foam insulation boards can be attached to concrete walls as well and in such a case care should be taken not to chip the cement.