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An attic tent, on the other hand, encases the entire folding attic stair
system to form an air tight seal between the attic and home living space. The
manufacturer AtticTent
advertises that its attic tents have a 3.2 insulation R-value.
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Attic tents are designed with heavy duty, non-corrosive zipper systems to
open and close them.
There are a number of attic tent manufacturers who each offer different size
attic tents. To determine the right size attic tent for your folding attic
stairs, simply measure the rough opening of the folding attic stair frame
and order the correct size attic tent.
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Attic tent installation is very
simple. All you need is a staple gun, some caulk and about 15 minutes of time.
To install an attic tent, simply go up into your attic, unfold it, and run a
bead of caulk around the perimeter of your folding attic stair frame. Next
staple the attic tent perimeter flanges to the attic floor frame, such that the
attic tent flanges align over the bead of caulk. Staples should be installed
every 2 to 3 inches to create a solid seal. And with that, your attic tent is
installed. It’s that quick and easy to install.
So save some money on this year’s home heating bills by installing an attic tent
over your folding attic stairs. Their well worth the investment and usually pay
for themselves in one year. In addition, they are even eligible for a home
heating tax credit.
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