INSTALL GUIDES: Ceilings
Use: 10M, Prodex 48 Inch, Fast Action, 62 Inch Fast Action, 72 Inch, White, 24 Inch, 16 Inch, Rustic, Reflective Bubble Reflective, or Foil Fiberglass Vinyl
Equipment checklist: Reflective tape, double sided tape, utility knife and staples or screws - Refer to application.
Ceiling insulation is one of the most cost effective ways of controlling the outside elements. All of the reflective ceiling insulations listed above will reduce the amount of radiant heat that enters the home in summer by up to 97% while providing winter thermal protection. Using this insulation type will reduce the amount of energy required to heat and cool your home. This can also allow you to run your heating and cooling systems less making them last longer. It will also reduce the HVAC equipment size required thereby saving more money. Prodex Total adds R-value, radiant, vapor and air barrier - All in one product.
How To Insulate A Ceiling
Ceiling Prodex (New Install) Over Stud:
- Staple or screw to affix insulation to before installing your studs.
- To improve performance, let insulation sag to create air-gap (2+ inches).
- Tape seams with reflective tape or use Prodex Fast Action or 10M to avoid seam tape.
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Two Layers Over/Under Stud:
- Staple or screw to affix insulation before installing your studs.
- To improve performance, let insulation sag to create air-gap (2+ inches).
- Tape seams with reflective tape or use Prodex Fast Action or 10M to avoid seam tape.
- Screw 2nd layer of insulation to underside of stud.
Ceiling Prodex Two Layers - One Layer Between and One Layer Under Studs:
- Depending on your stud spacing, staple or screw one layer of Prodex 24 Inch or 16 Inch insulation between studs.
- Screw or staple larger roll (Prodex 48 Inch, Fast Action, 62 Inch Fast Action, 10M, 72 Inch, White or Rustic) under stud.
Ceiling Prodex One Layer Under Stud plus Drywall:
- Staple or screw or insulation to underside of studs.
- Push insulation into cavity to create 2 inch or more air-gap.
- Attach drywall.
Ceiling Prodex Two Layers Between/Under Stud with Furring and Drywall:
- Depending on your stud spacing, staple or screw one layer of Prodex 24 Inch or 16 Inch insulation between studs.
- Screw or staple larger roll (Prodex 48 Inch, Fast Action, 62 Inch Fast Action, 10M, 72 Inch, White or Rustic) under stud.
- Attach 1 inch lathe board (furring strip) through underside of insulation.
- Attach drywall.
Ceiling Prodex One Layers Between Studs:
- Depending on your stud spacing, staple or screw one layer of Prodex insulation between studs.
