Along with knowing the r value of a particular insulation it is also important to calculate the r value of a total system.
Best r factor for attic insulation.
Houses in a cold climate should have a minimum of r 49 in the attic which is equivalent to approximately 16 of fiberglass insulation.
R values for each type of insulation.
In comparison an inch of blown fiberglass insulation has an r value of 3 1 3 4 and an inch of blown cellulose in an attic has an r value of 3 2 3 7.
Achieving greater r values in attics the higher the r value the better the thermal performance of the insulation.
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Warmer climates only require an r 38 or higher or about 12 or more.
Let s say the insulation you ve selected has an r value of three per inch.
Existing 3 4 inches of insulation.
Find your zone on the map and then use the chart to determine the level of insulation you need to properly insulate your attic walls floors and crawlspaces.
Recommended insulation levels for retrofitting existing wood framed buildings.
As a benchmark one inch of solid wood has an r value of 1.
In particularly cold climates you might go up to r 60.