Question: How should I insulate above a pull-down attic stairway?
Martin writes from Manchester, Maine: "What is the best way to insulate above a pull-down attic stairway?"
Answer: I recommend using the PINKCap™ Attic Stair Insulator from Owens Corning. It is a molded polystyrene (EPS) foam cover for attic stair openings. The foam material is 2 3/4 inches thick and provides an average R-value of 11 when installed properly. Light weight and easy to install and remove, the attic stair insulator is a great do-it-yourself product, reducing heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer.
Once you have the product, all you do is place in the attic over the opening and close the folding steps. It's that simple. You can see it all in two photos on the Owens Corning Web site page about the PINKCap™ Attic Stair Insulator.
