#cheapinsulation

Proper insulation helps in the maintenance of the entire house all throughout the year irrespective of the season and climate changes. Well, insulated houses are very energy efficient and require very little heating or cooling. It helps with noise pollution and saves money.

There are different materials and products that are available in the market as insulators and they are made of wool that traps tiny pockets of air, cotton, and hemp as strong insulating curtains, hardwood, and wooden flooring and doors. Spray foams based on polyurethane are also good insulators and they are used as roof tiles as they fill gaps or adhesive strips variant around the windows and doors.

Choosing the right material for attic insulation can be a challenging task, as chances are you may not be familiar with them or experienced being a first-time homeowner. This blog guides you about the best materials that you can possibly choose from for your attic insulation.

Fiberglass batt

They are a blanket form of fiberglass that is composed of plastic reinforced by small glass fibers. They are made of sand and recycled glass that are beneficial for the environment. They are best suited for areas having less obstruction.

Cellulose

It is composedly denser than fiberglass and made of recycled paper products. They are used with borate and ammonium sulfate to prevent destruction from the fire which also gives them protection against insects. As they are made out of paper they are also eco-friendly in nature.

Fiberglass roll

Similar to fiberglass batt they are also composed of plastic reinforced by small glass fibers. But being in the roll form that is in longer pieces that can be rolled out means they are easily transportable.

Loose-fill fiberglass

Similar to the fiberglass batts and rolls they are also formed of the fiberglass that is plastic reinforced by small glass fibers but in loose-fill or in blow in forms and requires a particular material to blow it into a particular place, and is perfect for oddly shaped areas and cavities present in the wall.

Spray foam

Usually composed of polyurethane, polystyrene, or polyisocyanurate. It requires spraying or installation. Expensive but fills all the crannies of your walls. Get help in choosing the best material for attic insulation by contacting us!