How to Build an Insulated Attic Door Using Plywood and Rigid Foam Insulation
By Mark J. Donovan
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Mark Donovan of HomeAdditionPlus.com replaces a drywall attic door opening with a plywood insulated attic door opening in this video.
The attic is the number one source for heat loss in a home, and the attic door is one of the main culprits. Using a combination of plywood and rigid foam insulation, Mark creates and installs an attic door opening that has an insulation R-value of R-30.
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