Homemade Attic Baffles

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Homemade attic baffles. Things you ll need plywood tape measure 1 2 inch foil faced rigid foam insulation utility knife heavy duty stapler. The outside edge of the baffle should be parallel to the exterior wall sheathing. Putting baffles in your attic is a crucial step in installing attic insulation. The beauty of attic baffles is that they are available from most home improvement stores and can be installed simply with a few staples if you want the diy approach.

Install attic baffles if the attic doesn t have attic baffles let s install them. The rigid foam is cut to be 2 inches wider than the space between rafters then 1 inch of foam is scored and folded over on either side of the foam creating standoffs that hold the foam away from the roof sheathing providing a space for air to flow. You ll need to crawl to the end of the eave and staple the baffle against the roof deck. Staple each side to the roof deck spaced about every 4 inches.

It is a fairly easy process that will make a world of difference in assisting your insulation and keeping your home protected from rot which can save you a substantial amount of money down.