House Wrap In Attic

Solid double sided radiant barrier foil 48 wide.

House wrap in attic.

Achieving greater r values in attics the higher the r value the better the thermal performance of the insulation. This would extend the overall life of the insulation in the attic space and achieve all the benefits of a radiant barrier. Perforated house wrap radiant barrier foil 48 wide. If the gable isn t covered water can get to the framing and even behind the housewrap below.

How to measure your attic. Super r plus is used as a roof underlayment wrap in this instance. So the layers would go like this from the outside to the inside. The perforations allow vapors from your living space to pass through and be carried out your attic via the ventilation system.

Tyvek wrap optional studs board interior wall cavity. Find your zone on the map and then use the chart to determine the level of insulation you need to properly insulate your attic walls floors and crawlspaces. Solid single sided radiant barrier foil 48 wide. Super r plus is pictured underneath shingles.

Apply house wrap up the gables before installing exterior trim even if the attic is not conditioned. Siding or hardiboard air gap via spacers atticfoil radiant barrier you can use either our double sided foil or our single sided foil for this application. It may also be used as a house wrap allowing for maximum breathability and eliminating interior condensation problems cellulose or fiberglass insulation alone will merely slow down the transfer of heat.