I'm installing properly sealed round metal ducts in my unconditioned attic for heating and cooling. I've probably got 100' total of 6" duct to cover. I'm trying to achieve an R-8 insulation value, but the big box stores only sell R-6 Frost King wraps. Can I use un-faced insulation batts (that you use in the attic), and then wrap a foil layer around it? Any other suggestions?
Use to adequately insulate round rigid metal ducts
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Best Answer
Owens Corning's 3" Type 75 SOFTR® Duct Wrap FRK, touts and installed R-value of 8.3.
If it's not in-stock at your local big box store, they should be able to order it for you.
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