Insulating Attic Hatch Video

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  • Опубліковано 24 лип 2024
  • Learn how to insulate your attic door or hatch.

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  • @darkinwolff
    @darkinwolff Рік тому +1

    Thanks boss just found where a huge part of the cooling issue is coming from and this is a simple solution

  • @stephanieschmid3396
    @stephanieschmid3396 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks! I’m definitely going to try this. I’m not so much concerned about the cold, but the heat (I’m in TN). The attic access is on the ceiling of my linen closet & the air conditioned house right next to the uninsulated attic hatch causes so much humidity in the closet that the inner walls are always dripping with water & getting moldy.

  • @aceblade
    @aceblade 4 роки тому

    Thanks Doug. Easy to listen to and valuable information!

  • @susiesan
    @susiesan 12 років тому +4

    Thanks for this! I have an attic door in my room and it's is always the coldest room in the house because of the lack of insulation. Will have to try this soon.

  • @geoffreyyoung7918
    @geoffreyyoung7918 2 роки тому

    Thanks Doug, just what I needed..

  • @mycsharpcorner
    @mycsharpcorner 12 років тому +1

    Hey thanks for the tip! I love insulation projects...

  • @potomuchta
    @potomuchta 13 років тому

    Good video, thanks for the tip!

  • @JustDave2
    @JustDave2 5 років тому +16

    Double sided duct tape has a minimum hold temperature of 30°F. I recommend using an adhesive in cold locations.

    • @chrisginoc
      @chrisginoc 2 роки тому

      Exactlt what I noticed

    • @korndawggy1801
      @korndawggy1801 2 роки тому +2

      Well, unless it's really windy in your attic, it's probably not gonna go anywhere.

    • @averyalexander2303
      @averyalexander2303 2 роки тому +1

      @@korndawggy1801 Regardless of the wind, insulation won't be effective if it isn't held tightly against whatever surface it's supposed to be insulating. If there's any air gaps between the insulation and the plywood, the insulation's effectiveness will be significantly compromised. To make matters worse, the plywood and/or foam board likely won't be perfectly flat to begin with. Adhesive is most definitely the way to go for securing foam insulation to plywood.

    • @bogusphone8000
      @bogusphone8000 Рік тому +2

      ​@@averyalexander2303
      Recommended adhesives?

  • @martinradtke5181
    @martinradtke5181 3 роки тому +3

    Simple solution...
    But I would lower the access panel to almost flush to home ceiling. Also I believe fire vode requires 5/8" drywall.

  • @jdubdoubleu
    @jdubdoubleu 7 років тому +1

    Awesome! Just saved me a lot of time and money.

    • @CCCC-tq8yo
      @CCCC-tq8yo 4 роки тому +1

      2 yrs later did it save u money

    • @ZekeMagnum
      @ZekeMagnum 3 роки тому +1

      how much money did u save?!?!

    • @fettyguapo
      @fettyguapo 3 роки тому +1

      Are you rich yet?

  • @pavXX
    @pavXX 12 років тому +7

    I used styrofoam adhesive instead of duct tape. The tape bothers me 1) because I don't think it will last very long, and 2) duct tape is flammable.

    • @codypeck9125
      @codypeck9125 6 років тому +11

      So is all the wood in your attic.

    • @bonniehammond6601
      @bonniehammond6601 6 років тому +1

      The tape will become dry and brittle in the heat

  • @rickjames6948
    @rickjames6948 Рік тому

    Can some one please address the settling effect of cellulose please? I had 10 plus inches of cellulose blown in several years ago. Went up recently to install security cams. All of that cellulose has sank to the rafter tops. As in it's ALL GONE. Cellulose is a waste of money. It settles over time. Like you just tossed all that cash out the window. At least pink panther fiberglass stays put.

  • @frdwd6
    @frdwd6 3 роки тому

    Great idea but I worry that uncovered foam board is code.

  • @dancing8595
    @dancing8595 8 років тому +4

    The foam board says it needs some type of protection from combustion. Any suggestions?

    • @dougiequick1
      @dougiequick1 7 років тому

      There are MANY types of foam...if one does not suit keep looking! Search for fireproof foam board?

    • @andrewbeaudry4399
      @andrewbeaudry4399 6 років тому +25

      Dancing
      Don't cook or smoke crack in your attic

    • @theautumnwind2152
      @theautumnwind2152 4 роки тому

      Gyp board

    • @landonlandon5533
      @landonlandon5533 2 роки тому +1

      @@andrewbeaudry4399 fun hater lol

    • @fabriciodossantos9595
      @fabriciodossantos9595 2 роки тому

      This is an amazing video and is will help me tomorrow