Measure the size and height of the stairs from the attic.
Attic stair insulation box.
The box is hinged on one side which makes.
With attic insulation we aim for a pretty high standard usually at least r 49 and the coffin insulation should match.
Available in 1 standard size to fit most attic stairwell openings product is designed to cover access points up to 25 1 2 in.
Add insulation to the exterior of the plywood box.
To insulate fold down attic stairs.
Attach the blanket insulation and wrap it.
Attic stairs insulation cover for pull down stair attic tent 25 x 54 x 11 r value 15 3 extra thick fireproof attic stairway insulator easy installation 4 8 out of 5 stars 104 10 off.
Insulator is comprised of a durable pink fiberglas insulation and tough highly reflective foil.
Assemble the sides of the box with metallic duct tape.
Attach the blanket insulation to the attic side of the cover box with adhesive and wrap it with building wrap or other air barrier to prevent air movement in the insulation from degrading its r value.
The box should rest squarely on top of the attic stairs frame or on wood stops installed to support it.
Product comes fully assembled and is easy to install and remove.
An attic insulation box covers the attic ladder with insulation which stops the flow of air into your house and eliminates any drafts around the opening.
More insulation 6 inches or 8 inches isn t uncommon.
That means that you should glue at least 4 inches of foil faced polyisocyanurate r 26 to the box.