Attic Stairs Insulation Cover for Pull Down Stair 25" x 54" x 11"- R-Value 15.4 Extra Thick Fire Proof Attic Cover Stairway Insulator with Easy Installation, Low-dip Entrance and Tear by Miloo

For a perfect seal, grab a stapler and some aluminum tape. I purposefully chose the higher R rating despite the fact that it took a day longer to arrive (it actually arrived the same day as the other 2-star products). day R- (There would have been 14 covers on the way. ) When my attic stairs were removed for a week or so (to install a new AC unit), I could feel the heat down on the first floor when I walked into my 2-story home. Living room with a two-story ceiling. I can't even feel the heat standing directly beneath the attic opening now that this insulation cover is in place. The tape I used is as follows: br>br> You simply smooth the tape down after removing the backing, then pull more backing off in one long piece, smooth the tape down, and so on; doing it continuously is very simple. )br>br>While the stairs were removed, I installed the insulation cover by stapling (T50) the corners first, then going around the edge every 4-inches. 5 inches. br>br>I then used aluminum tape to cover half of the edge and half of the wood, then another round of tape to cover the first tape and the insulation cover. Caution: br>br> If you're going to remove your stairs, make sure this is installed high enough so that when they're reinstalled, it won't fall off. They don't push through the insulation cover once they've been installed.

Cal LAW

| May 31, 2021

After some testing at my house, I decided to try this. It took less than 5 minutes from opening the box to completion of the installation (one of which was going to the garage to get the stapler). br>br> My attic access is located in my hallway, which was always noticeably warmer when I was standing there. So I took out my thermometer and began taking measurements. The floor was 72 degrees, the wall next to the ceiling was 73 degrees, the ceiling near the attic door was 75 degrees, and the door itself was 83 degrees - whoa. This is a significant distinction. After noon or so, the attic door was always about 10 degrees warmer than the ceiling surrounding it (that's 10 degrees of radiant heat coming into my living space!). I tested at different times of the day and found the same thing. Because the heat from the day had already warmed up the door, there was no noticeable difference after installing this, which took less than 5 minutes. So the following day, at the same time as the previous day, I took a reading. The temperature is clearly visible. lowered by about 9 degrees Because the difference between 72 and 75 degrees is noticeable, being able to keep those 10 degrees out of my hallway will be beneficial. br>br>If you're reading this review, you're probably wondering if this product works or if it's a waste of time. It depends on your expectations, but don't expect it to cool your house by 20 degrees or save you $200 on your next electric bill. I'm fine with it, given the low cost and ease of installation, as well as the fact that it reduces ambient heat by 10 degrees. Is this the answer to all of your summertime heat issues? No. Is it worthwhile to invest the time and money? Sure.

Blaze Archer

| Jan 13, 2021

I had a much cheaper version that lasted me two years, but the reviews were not favorable, so I decided to upgrade to a better, more expensive model. It's a complete waste of time. I can't say it loud enough or clearly enough. One of the zippers completely ripped out as soon as I opened the package to spread it out and prepare it for installation. I hadn't even touched it; all I had done was position it so that it could be opened once it was installed. The other zipper keeps opening up behind it, so you have to keep working it back and forth to close the gap behind it so you can move it forward and zip it shut. I double-checked the size of the opening before ordering; it is not standard. There is a ball of material that is too large to fit into the opening; I had to use two nails to keep it in place, and there is still a gap. br>br>Instead of buying it, take $50 from your wallet, light it on fire, and leave - Purchasing this is identical to purchasing the previous item, with the exception that setting the money on fire is not nearly as unpleasant. This is a complete and utter sham - You've been issued a cautionary warning.

Daniel Klein

| Sep 04, 2021

br>I had an insulation blanket with Velcro on it, and the hinges tore into it, and the Velcro glue turned to goo later. br>br>This is a lot better; the stair hardware won't damage it, and you'll know it's sealed. br>br>I recommended this one to a friend because summer is approaching and the heat in the hall throws off the thermostat for the air conditioner.

Luis McConnell

| Dec 21, 2020

Value 15. 3 Extra Thick Fire Resistant Attic Cover Stairway Insulator, Easy to Install, Low-Cost Today, Miloo's Entrance and Tear are being dipped. I was able to put it together and staple a few of the staples myself, but because my hands are weak from shoulder surgery, I had to enlist the help of the "Big Guns," my husband, to do the rest of the stapling. But, as a 55-year-old woman, I was able to install it and would have finished the job if it hadn't been for my hand muscle weakness. We noticed a significant difference after just putting it in place, and I hadn't even stapled it. So we'll see, but I believe having it is preferable to not having it.

Edith Ellison

| Feb 06, 2021