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I want to increase insulation in my cathedral ceiling

piZUXTECcM | Posted in Green Building Techniques on

I want to increase insulation in my cathedral ceiling.

It currently has paper-faced 6″ fiberglass between 2×8 rafters with continuous soffit venting strips and gable-end vents. I have to replace shingles soon and would think solid iso foam sheets of R-20.

This should be a common problem of houses built in the 70’s. Are there pieces you wrote that address it already?

Thanks

Don Hegeman
Chatham, NY

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  1. GBA Editor
    Martin Holladay | | #1

    Don,
    Start by reading this article: How to Build an Insulated Cathedral Ceiling.

    If you have further questions that aren't answered by the article, post your questions here.

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