What Is the Best R-Value
Zoneadd Insulation to Atticuninsulated Atticexisting 3–4 Inches of Insulation1R30 to R49R25 to R302R30 to R60R25 to R383R30 to R60R25 to R38What Is the...
ZoneAdd Insulation to AtticUninsulated AtticExisting 3–4 Inches of Insulation1R30 to R49R25 to R302R30 to R60R25 to R383R30 to R60R25 to R38
What is the difference between nominal and effective R-value?
With R-Values it’s the same – the Nominal R-Value is the “estimated” level of performance, while the Effective R-Value is the “actual” level of performance in real conditions.
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What is a good R-value per inch?
Insulation Type:R-Value per Inch:Fiberglass (loose)2.2 – 2.9Fiberglass (batts)2.9 – 3.8Cellulose (loose)3.1 – 3.8Stone Wool (loose)2.2 – 3.3