Adequate ventilation is necessary to prevent too much heat and.
Insulate a ceiling without attic.
Things needed stepladder tape measure utility knife staple gun and staples polyester twine drywall screws roofing nails.
This density prevents air from carrying damp into the insulation.
Nail 1 furring along every rafter side against the roof deck.
Always fix leaks before installing.
Typical ceiling insulation involves spreading either loose fill or batt the term commonly used for blanket insulation within the attic or airspace of a home.
Cut and insert 1 or thicker high r foam insulation sheets r 8 per inch against the furring giving a 1 or greater air path between the insulation and the roof deck under the cathedral ceiling.
Instead most builders prefer a foam spray insulation either cellulose or urethane which can be placed into the ceiling using a spray can and left to dry.
Your home needs at least some type of insulation to keep the interior temperature of your home regulated regardless of the specific climate you live in.
However don t make the mistake of using a lot of foam spray insulation as this stuff is expensive.
A vent baffle should be installed between the insulation and the roof decking to maintain the ventilation channel.
Plug leaks to prevent air from getting in and out in areas around windows and doors.
Wear long sleeves and pants work gloves safety glasses.