Insulating Attic Access Stairs

Measure the size and height of the stairs from the attic.

Insulating attic access stairs.

If so reinstall as necessary until the solution is securely in place. Available in 1 standard size to fit most attic stairwell openings. Whether the attic access is an attic hatch pull down stairs or a knee wall door you should install insulation with the proper r value for your climate based on the department of energy s recommendations. To see if the insulation solution moves or falls out in any way.

1 tube caulking optional be sure to use foil tape since regular duct tape won t hold up to the heat in the attic. Cut sides and top from sheets of 3 4 foam board with a utility knife. 1 2 x 30 roll foil duct tape. The draft cap attic stair insulator.

Pull down the attic access stairs walk around near the opening etc. The battic door attic stairs cover. Products designed to seal or insulate attic stairs. Test out how your insulation sealing fix behaves once the attic access door area is put under normal use.

Start by measuring the dimensions of the opening. This easy to install insulator closes the insulation gap created by attic stair access helping to reduce energy costs year round. 1 x 4 x 8 sheet rigid foam board. Insulator is comprised of a durable pink fiberglas insulation and tough highly reflective foil.

Several companies sell prefacbricated foam or fabric enclosures or tents designed to reduce air leaks and heat loss at attic stairs. To insulate fold down attic stairs. And the height the stairs protrude above the attic floor.