Attic Decking Over Insulation
Attic insulation between roof trusses.
Attic decking over insulation. Place the 1 by 6 boards down over the floor joists in the attic so that they run at a perpendicular angle to the. Baffles prevent insulation from blocking the vents. This will make the installation of these new joists easier while spreading the weight across several joists. How to install attic flooring over blown in insulation step 1.
The joists for this riser should run perpendicular to the existing ceiling joists. Even easier you can also use a prefabricated attic floor kit designed specifically to raise the attic floor above the insulation. The only storage system designed specifically for the unfinished areas over a garage or under a roof. Drill 3 inch screws through the boards and into the joist where they cross over the joists.
Ensuring adequate insulation under the flooring. To give yourself enough space to ensure adequate insulation under the flooring construct a riser of 2 x 4 s in the attic over the existing joists. A single 4 pack covers approximately 10 sq. Things needed work gloves safety glasses dust mask long sleeves and pants 2 inch by 3 inch boards hand saw wood screws 3 inch power drill 3 4 inch plywood wood screws 2 inch oscillating tool cutting accessory.
You nail or staple. Attic flooring panels are easy to install with their interlocking edges.