Faced Or Unfaced Insulation In Attic Over Garage

Add vapor retarder to avoid problems arising from the condensation of water droplets on it especially during winters.

Faced or unfaced insulation in attic over garage.

When adding more insulation to an attic that already has insulation use unfaced insulation. The primary reason to insulate any part of the home is to provide a thermal barrier between conditioned heated or cooled interior space and the outdoors or unheated spaces such as an unfinished. The good news is that the solution to your problem isn t that difficult. Simply peel the facing paper off the top layer of insulation.

When local building codes require a vapor retardant faced insulation is one of the best options. Facing is a thin layer of paper or plastic attached to one side of batting insulation which is sold in a roll. If the attic doesn t have any existing insulation use faced insulation with the paper facing toward the heated living space. The kraft paper on one side of faced insulation keeps moisture from spreading throughout the walls or ceiling.

To make things safe cover your unfaced insulation with drywall to prevent the risk of a fire. You should only use faced insulation as the first layer of insulation. Staple it into place by tacking every eight inches or so and take care not to tear away the facing of the insulation. The kraft paper itself is highly flammable.