How Do You Insulate A Roof?

Different types of insulation and different materials are suited for different parts of the house. The materials required for insulation of your home would be dependant on your choice of the method of insulation. Some of the basic materials that would be needed for any type of insulation are polyethylene sheeting, insulations supports, attic rafter vents and tools needed for insulation.

There are several ways of insulating a roof. One of the easiest methods is sheet insulation. It is done by insulating the slopes of the roof and by placing sheets between the rafters. The rafters are as an insurance against the loosening of the insulation. You can also use the method of thermal insulation for your roof. Thermal insulation is little more complicated and may need the help of an expert or a professional if you opt for this type of insulation.

From reading various blogs and websites, we found that painting your roof white will insulate it from heat by reflecting sunlight back to space. The effect of which will make the inside of your home cooler. With that premise, my husband will finally be re-painting our roof but he will be using an additive that will give any paint insulating properties. He bought some at Add4Green and he will be applying it this weekend.