Step Two - Gather Materials
These common items may be found around your house or can be purchased at your retailer.
Transporting GreenFiber Insulation typically requires only a pickup truck.
The items listed below may be found around your house or can be purchased at your retailer.
Transporting GreenFiber Insulation typically requires only a pickup truck.
Before you leave the store, test the machine for operation and ensure you have 100' of blowing hose.
Gather Installation Materials
- The proper number of bags of GreenFiber Insulation for the desired R-value.
- A blowing machine and hose. Place outside your home or in garage.
- A heavy-duty 12-gauge extension cord.
- A tarp to be placed under the blowing machine to catch excess material.
- A ladder to gain access to the attic if needed.
- Safety eyewear and N95 NIOSH-approved particulate masks such as a 3M model #8210 or #8511 or equivalent for protection against nuisance dust..
- Adequate lighting in the attic for installation.
- A ruler or other measuring device to monitor the depth of insulation.
- Soffit vent chutes (if needed).
- Metal barrier material for three- inch clearance around recessed lights and other heat sources. Do not use paper, cardboard or other potentially combustible materials as a barrier.
- A vehicle to transport the blowing machine, GreenFiber Insulation and other materials.