Attic Insulation Depth Gauge

Made of cardboard stock 20 long.

Attic insulation depth gauge.

May 20 2020 by zamira leave a comment. Staple these r value rulers to attic joists to get the correct amount of insulation. 26 3 2 in. Attic insulation depth gauge.

These pieces of wood can be pre marked with a crayon or spray paint to the desired finished thickness of insulation. Attic insulation measuring rulers. For instance if the average settled depth of cellulose is 5 1 2 inches for an r 30 attic when in reality it should be 8 inches then the attic has been shorted 31 and has an r value. Shorting simply means that all of the material needed to achieve a given r value is not installed.

Once you ve decided which type is best for you examine the material options and prices to home in on the right product. For diy attic insulation you ve got two choices. Made of cardboard stock. Reviews there are no reviews yet.

Sold in packs of 100. 20 r sticks attic measuring rulers pack of 100 j s inc. Tack them to the ceiling joists in various locations. Both can be added to uninsulated attics or layered over existing material.

This universal 1 increments ruler used with all types of blown insulation to provide a working gauge for installer and insurance depth to inspector and owner. Loose fill or batt the common term for blanket insulation. If you decide to use blown in insulation install scrap lumber depth gauges in the attic.