Typically the conversion or.
Converting attic to conditioned space.
Making the attic a conditioned space taking the building envelope to the roof is a good approach and will save energy another approach is to use radiant coated deck sheathing seal all ceiling attic penetrations and blow in r 60 insulation as it will cost less than spray foam and should give at least the same energy efficiency to the home.
From my research it looks like the best option is to make the attic a conditioned nonvented space.
R 30 blown insulation at ceiling floor.
Looking for a way to expand your home s square footage without building an entire new addition.
Converting unconditioned garage to conditioned space code notes 2009 iecc requirements converting an existing unconditioned garage to conditioned space is a popular strategy for increasing the living space of a house.
The attic is fairly small at about 1 000 sqf total.
R 30 in ceiling attic floor assembly.
Currently the attic is vented and has zero insulation anywhere.
Your stated goal is to turn your attic into a non vented conditioned space.
If you planned to leave the open cell foam exposed to the attic it would certainly.
I m unsure of what to do and i m unsure of the most economical way to do it.
One way is by working within the home s existing footprint and converting the attic into living space.