However if you keep the storage weight to a minimum you may be able to build a storage platform above the insulation by attaching supporting beams to the sides of the trusses.
Attic decking over insulation.
The only storage system designed specifically for the unfinished areas over a garage or under a roof.
Ensuring adequate insulation under the flooring.
To give yourself enough space to ensure adequate insulation under the flooring construct a riser of 2 x 4 s in the attic over the existing joists.
A single 4 pack covers approximately 10 sq.
Attic flooring panels are easy to install with their interlocking edges.
Things needed work gloves safety glasses dust mask long sleeves and pants 2 inch by 3 inch boards hand saw wood screws 3 inch power drill 3 4 inch plywood wood screws 2 inch oscillating tool cutting accessory.
Attic insulation between roof trusses.
These lightweight easy to manage panels can be installed by even the most inexperienced homeowner in about 15 minutes.
How to install attic flooring over blown in insulation step 1.
You nail or staple.
Even easier you can also use a prefabricated attic floor kit designed specifically to raise the attic floor above the insulation.
This will make the installation of these new joists easier while spreading the weight across several joists.
Drill 3 inch screws through the boards and into the joist where they cross over the joists.
Baffles prevent insulation from blocking the vents.