The process of installing insulation can vary largely because different insulating materials need different procedures of installing. Some materials can be installed quite easily and without the help of a professional whereas there are materials, which require special skills to be installed. As a matter of fact, there are even materials that can cause harm to the installer’s health, if the installer is not cautious or just does not have the necessary skills to install insulation.
If you have chosen to install your insulation yourself, then keep in mind these tips:
· Wear clothing adequate to protect against skin contact with the insulation material and irritation. A long-sleeved shirt with collar and cuffs buttoned, gloves, hat, glasses, and disposable dust respirator are advisable in all do-it-yourself insulation projects. Also, read the label and follow all the manufacturer's directions.
· Do not cover or hand-pack insulation around bare stove pipes, electrical fixtures, motors, or any heat-producing equipment such as recessed lighting fixtures. Electrical fire-safety codes prohibit the installation of thermal insulation within three inches of a recessed fixture enclosure, wiring compartment, or ballast, or above the fixture so that it will trap heat and prevent free circulation of air, unless the fixture is identified by label as suitable for insulation to be in direct contact with the fixture. This is important for fire safety.
