One step closer to a warm workshop this winter. Installing Blown in insulation above the workshop

[@kaygalloway4315]

You might consider adding plastic sheets to the opening so that you won’t get airflow through the attic. Will also help keep birds from trying to nest up there.

[@farmtheland]

Yes, Birds could be a problem, and closing it will keep more heat in the main area.

[@gophersk]

Absolutely. Poly cover that gable opening. Will stop any escape of that insulation in the future.

[@williamshideler7637]

Please, cover that gable end to prevent critters and loosing insulation to the wind.

[@sroberts605]

Yes! I was going to suggest a fine mesh

[@tollietime]

cheap landscape fabric is the simple solution.

[@jennifercockrell3374]

One of the things I love about your channel is that you share with us the cost on your projects and purchases. It's like it's taboo on most homesteading channels; very few discuss what it cost. This video and info will help my husband and I decide if we want to go with blown in insulation or the regular kind in our pole barn. Thank you so much, Evan, for taking the time to make a video about it, the process, and the cost.

[@cathiwim]

I still think batts would have been better. Evan will have stuff blowing around for years. We have it in our ceiling, and anytime we add or change anything in the ceiling, it comes out. We didnt build the house- it’s 30 years old. We are going to remove this stuff and replace it with fiberglass batting. Mice also like to hide in the blown in stuff.

[@jennifercockrell3374]

@Baby Catcher thanks for the info.

[@bay9876]

Building a fire break wall of 5/8 drywall to isolate that area of the ceiling and barn might be a good idea. Air pressure is uneven in such a large area and an open door would exacerbate this air pressure difference and stir up the insulation. It creates a Micro atmosphere.

[@soz8347]

One great workshop, he should pass his experiences to the younger generation

[@Ad_venture666]

I like the way that you two works together, great job 👍🏻🥃

[@steverichardson2224]

Welp; just got two words now that is done; "Shop Vac" ! Have a good day and good luck!

[@teenagefarmer]

Always great when you get a notification from country view acres.

[@robf2251]

Messy job but somebody had to do it. great video glad you threw in the dog clips

[@Chalz108]

Wow I have never seen this done before. I didn't know this was a thing. Very interesting to watch.

[@lindadecker3538]

We all certainly appreciate everything Evan does and has done to build the homestead through his dedication, hard work and also producing these videos for our enjoyment and education. But today, I would like to thank Rebecca for all she does. Being a nurse and on your feet all day is a tiring, stressful job. Then, Rebecca comes home and mows the whole property, takes care of her house, cares for animals, plus other things we don't really see (like being the merch lady) and still has energy left to play a major role in completing big projects like this. Thank you, Rebecca, for being such a wonderful role model for young women and showing them their dreams can come true with dedication and hard work. Thank you both for showing what great things dedicated teamwork can accomplish. If you both have any extra time (!), I think you would be successful motivational speakers. Take your "Get Out of Debt" plan and "How to Stay Debt Free" and go around to high schools and churches to give young people info they might not get otherwise, to help them on their way I hope you'll think about it.

[@andrewl7467]

Great job, make sure you thank your wife for all her hard work. She is a real trooper.

[@aussie1339]

Evan and Bec. You will need to cover up the open area from the main garage into the shop roof space. Wind from your big doors will blow the insulation all over the place and the stuff will pile up towards the back wall. Speaking from bitter experience.

[@christruax270]

simple idea house wrap on the end truss to contain the insolation

[@theBakersonafewacres]

Home Depot has always "loaned" me the blower when I buy something like 25 bags or more.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

It's a duty job but it will be nice an warm in there!

[@МихаилМаслаков-н6я]

Я уважаю ваше трудолюбие.👍👍👍👍👍

[@headhunter4488]

Rebecca is just the perfect wife.

[@shamrock56gargan96]

When a professional did my attic in the house they said 18 inches is what they called for but they put in 24 inches so no call backs when it settled down in.

[@leol1682]

Thanks like the video Evan and Rebbacka ad Plastic to the front trust , wen you open garage door , just the front .

[@rogerr1296]

Said this on your Instagram but, wife and I did our shop (40'x50') a couple months back when it was hot! Think it took around 90 bags and, yep it was a mess! lol.. Don't know how it worked out this way but, I ended up feeding the blower while the wife was on the other end up in the attic. Our house sold a heck of a lot quicker than we thought so we're moving into the shop here in a couple weeks and will build our forever home while we live in the shop.

[@garybannack1823]

I would use a leaf blower to get rid of the dust. Wouldn’t be pretty but you’ll be sweeping until the cows come home otherwise.

[@timlawson9370]

Hi Evan. I appreciate you taking the time to video what you're doing. On your farm. Enjoy watching you do things

[@michaelgardner800]

I would put screen wire up to keep insulation in and birds out!

[@tvcat3665]

I can't believe you both tackled that! I was sneezing watching you! 🤧🤧

[@teenagefarmer]

Lol

[@marydanen5220]

Great job! The two of you work so well together. God bless❤

[@bobjoncas2814]

lookin' good, nice job, stay safe...

[@DStewart2022]

I worked as a youngster back in the early 80s manufacturing Cellulose insulation. Was made from recycled newsprint and other non glossy paper. Obviously it would be highly flammable. My job was mixing the powdered chemical to make it flame retardant. As I recall, it was a mixture of Borax, Boric Acid and Hydrated Alumna. Those powdered chemicals were then blended/trickled onto the shredded paper.

[@MrTBALLS]

Evan as usual another excellent video. Unlike 99% of the people on KZbin you don't claim to know everything. I appreciate that you do it your way the best you can and listen to other people's ideas. Beautiful place you have and come winter you can enjoy a warm shop. You measured your insulation thickness but one thing to consider is even though it's minimal you will have a bit of sag in your steel and the grooves in the steel are 3/4 of a inch deep too. Keep up the good work and give yourself a break once in awhile. Also as suggested by others I would consider covering your open area above too.

[@AfterTheRains]

Every time I’ve watched someone use this insulation they never have enough. Surely it must be the manufacturers underestimating what is required.

[@sylviaprudhomme5417]

Nice job

[@teenagefarmer]

Good job on making sure that all of the wholes are covered. I think that you won't regret doing that. Keep up the good work, I look forward to seeing you in the next one.

[@NikeHM69]

Maybe a good idea to staple up some window screen material to cover that opening to prevent insulation from flying around every time you open the door. This would still allow airflow in that area if that's important to you. Just a thought.

[@taylorpeters7135]

When I insulated my building, the science was not exact either. I bought an extra 32 packages of insulation to achieve what I wanted. But it is definitely worth it in the long run to have a comfortable shop to work in.

[@katieallen3927]

If you experience insulation blowing around when you open the doors you can cover the opening of the attic with plastic, or house wrap.

[@teenagefarmer]

That's a good idea

[@waynejones5239]

I would put up a fine screen up there because u need some air flow and it would contain it

[@michaelbissen1946]

I put screen across open end to keep birds and insects from nesting in your attic

[@daleh645]

Y’all sure get a lot of advice! 🤣 So I’ll put in my two cents…I think y’all did good! 👍 God bless 🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@teenagefarmer]

Lol. That's exactly what I was thinking when reading all the comments.

[@jonlambshead5115]

Good Job Guys/Gals In Australia We Use A Product Called Insull wool ,I Think That's The Name. It Goes Under Your Sheet Iron Roof and It's Stapled to The Cross Timbers On Your Trusses. Before The Tin Sheet Goes On. Also We Use Insulation Like you are Using. It's a Itchy, Messy Job. Good Job & your Saving Money By Doing It Yourself. Greetings From AUSTRALIA. Also You Don't Want That Stuff anywhere Near your Flue Pipe For The Fire Place, Leave It Out Around There. Ps Might be a Good Idea To Cover The Trusses Opening With Plastic Because No Doubt a Wind Will Blow That Stuff Around

[@outdoorstudios2022]

Thanks CVA

[@robertaplatter6050]

I think if you put up covering wall board or tin. Then put access doors at the walk boards. Like you said the dust from installation will be be reacting to wind draw. I hope your installation is thick enough for winter. You can always add more and you should solid wall between and dust.

[@stuartsplace100]

i helped my brother inlaw blow cellulose in the roof of his house one time,it was quite a mess,it was quite a learning experence

[@stuartsplace100]

shop looks good

[@stuartsplace100]

not a bad price to insulate

[@ehrenfriedklemt4031]

[@walterchapman2884]

Tell ya what I put down some batts in the loft of our house during the summer months so I understand how tough it can be. The dogs will enjoy the kennel in those cold Illinois winter nights!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Thanks for sharing Evan and Rebecca, one step closer. Might lessen the airflow up in the attic or you'll have the dust problem you were trying to avoid? It will be warmer for sure and cool easier in the summer. Stay safe and keep up the fun. Fred.

[@jacktomberlin7976]

The higher density of the insulation means less air circulation which will decrease your r value. I’ve used the fiberglass (AttiCat). Just a few differences: no dust, stays fluffed up, the blower will blow it a lot farther, it actually does more than what the bag says,and lastly, that product does not itch. I know it’s too late now, but for those that might need to do it.

[@ahnilatedahnilated7703]

I did blown in fiberglass insulation to an R60 (24") in my attic and the amount came out to within 1 bag of what I calculated out I would need. I took a thick black marker and marked 24" around the whole attic so it was easy to know how much to put in each area. It took my uncle and I about 2 hrs total to do my entire attic with him feeding and me up in the attic putting it in. The machine was free as I purchased over the amount of bags it would require for it to be free but otherwise it was $99. I wish I remember how many bags I put in, but it number escapes me now. The total cost was $800 and the best money I have spent.

[@Tonetwisters]

"Dust thou art, to dust returneth, was not spoken of the soul ... " Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

[@bearfootknivesgunforge9183]

Shop walls and insulation looks great ya'll

[@edadpops1709]

Agree with comment about adding plastic ar the opening of the loft

[@jerrywatson7176]

I think you will have enough insulation, remamber the insulation that the contractor put in on the outside skin of the building that will go along way and when you add the two togeather it shoulld be pretty comfortable in the shop as long as the outside door gets closed in a short time.

[@joannatudor5125]

Ceiling was already insulated you should be snug as a bug in a rug! Great job

[@marksimonar1550]

And remember after a while it will settle down some and then y'all can ad more if you desire !!

[@kevincameron8437]

Definitely think you’re going to need to add some rolled plastic over that opening to keep the insulation contained.

[@RAINBOJO1]

Nice, Evan.🎃

[@robfl07]

I understand that hindsight is 20/20 and what’s done is done.. but I had an idea (borrowed from some relatives) that would’ve been amazing if implemented when you built your shed. During your build, you brought in a lot of fill to level out the site.. instead… if you had dug out and poured foundation walls under the outside patios, kitchen or dog kennel portions, you could’ve had a fairly substantial basement root/vegetable/wine cellar downstairs. My aunt and uncle had one under the front porch of their home and my grandmother had a fruit cellar built into the side of a large hill on her farm that was always full of apples for us kids to eat at will…

[@CountryViewAcres]

We had talked about that. But we didn't have time to build a cellar before hand. But it was discussed.

[@jamesazahn6842]

Install a plastic vapor barrier between the heated shop and the insulated ceiling area. It will keep from dust/insulation and the cool air from coming into the heated ship

[@christineramsey138]

Absolutely beautiful shop!! We are in the middle of building ours, and your channel has been so extremely helpful!! Thank you!!! You might want to check the flammability rating of the spray foam, especially putting it near anything electrical. They are usually petroleum based, and highly flammable. They do make fire proof versions by Great Stuff.

[@joannak4640]

The dogs gave me a good laugh at the end 😂 I think you did a fabulous job! Such a great team. Do you think you could cover the opening with plastic or maybe house wrap? 🤔 How did your eyes feel after all of that? My eyes are so sensitive that they would've been itching forever more. I am looking forward to the garage door Have a great week

[@EC4400]

Progress.

[@margaretbedwell3211]

Maybe some plastic over the exposed wall will keep the insulation from blowing out when you open the doors. It will keep the dust down for sure, or you will be forever cleaning in there. Job looks great though. Have a Blessed day.

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Thank you

[@mitchellgourley4642]

Good job you guys work great together have a good one my God be with you

[@jkholley1118]

Yeah, tip number one. Put the machine outside and run the hose through a window. Number two, buy two to three times what you think you are going to need. It's cheap and there is no such thing as too much. Three. Walkie talkies to keep having to get back out to see what's going on down below. Good job and hope it stays nice and toasty in there.

[@ronaldlee2376]

I blew in fiberglass 5 years ago, blower was free. Have been in many attics, chose glass as it does not compact, modern glass does not cause itching or choking. Believe you have scaffolding, so 1/4" hardware cloth could be stapled in place . This would contain ins. & maintain air flow. You will figure out what is best for your application.

[@bikerdad63]

Where I used to work you would get the use of the machine free when you bought the insulation from us.

[@kennethnorris8340]

If it isn't too late- you could use a leaf blower to blow out your shop. A Still 850 Magnum is a great investment to blow out anything , leaves , snow etc.

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

This is just a thought ... 4' x 8' x 1 or 2" rigid foam boards are extremely light. 1" is 6 r-value and 2" is 12 r-value. The weight of the foam board should not compress the cellulose more than 1/2" at most. You would need roughly 40 sheets to cover the cellulose. It would help keep the cellulose from blowing around. And when cellulose blows around it accumulates in areas which exposes where it once was. Kind of like a sand storm in the Sahara Desert. It's so much fun helping you spend your hard earned money. 😇 Again, just a thought.

[@bevnelson3678]

Awesome Rebekah and Even. It’s going to make a big difference. Big clean up now.

[@kuman1987]

I’d definitely enclose that area. Like you said so it won’t blow. But another reason why would be to help keep rodents out. I’ve had opossum and coons get in buildings when you don’t think they can/will. Love the channel, you guys are awesome!

[@edhansen8531]

True, a friend had a ladder slip out , instinct you grap the ladder, broke both his wrists, face plant broke his nose and eye socket, and of coarse with arms broken he was pin there by his body weight for half an hour before they found him.

[@jeremiahbf117]

I have blown both the cellulose and atticat fiber as a homeowner. I much prefer the atticat as it does not have the dust issues and has not settled like the cellulose. Our cellulose settled from 12 inches to 6 inches in a few years. The atticat has not settled in 6 years. Atticat is also easier to deal with as a loader. You can split all your bags in half prior to starting the machine to have them all staged before going into the attic.

[@markpriddy1]

Nice

[@jesperdahl1486]

To keep the insulation stable, mist it lightly with water, it will build a hard "shell" on the top.

[@farmtheland]

a FANTASTIC workshop. are you sure you don't want to play a little poker ?

[@waddeym]

I didnt notice if you put a barrier around your flue but you should keep any insulation from touching the flue

[@ronaldlee2376]

At that elevation/ small wood stove, should not pose a problem. Pipe should be warm, not hot. Been doing this for many years, you are very observant.

[@CountryViewAcres]

The chimney pipe has an insulation guard around it. It was a part of the chimney pipe installation last year. The guard is galvanized metal, and a larger diameter than the chimney pipe. Keeps the insulation from touching.

[@jerrygroen8163]

Good job Evan insulation is the cheapest way to heat

[@deanbarr5740]

That's gonna be so nice Evan. Really going to make a huge difference inside your shop. You and Rebecca done a great job.

[@hopemorrison2367]

hey

[@hollandduck79]

Hello from the Netherlands . maybe cover the attic or just the insulation with a house-rap or other cheap thin plastic against the "snow" dust because otherwise I think you will indeed keep the "snowing" with air / wind movement of a door or of the garage doors open . thanks for the video . Sincerely, Hollandduck

[@billgolcher2537]

Great job

[@Bex-rg8pj]

It looks amazing!

[@gkenn99]

I bought cellulose insulation from Lowes and they give the machine for free.

[@terrycastor8299]

Looking good. As has been already suggested, maybe some sort of curtain to cover the opening or a screening or plastic sheeting over the insulation to minimize drafts stirring it up?

[@jamesoncross7494]

Actually, it is an exact science. You better cover up that front. The dust will never go away if you don't.

[@jeffreyvictor3678]

Looks great! I'm envious!

[@gavinhowell2833]

Have u thought about a respirator Rebecca and Evan

[@dalewallace8203]

That is a dirty dusty job I wish the machine that came from Menards way back when I did it worked as good as that one did and I wished I had a live stock trailer to haul the bundles in I used a car trailer and had 20 miles to haul it shrink wrapped them on the trailer and the bundles still wanted to fall off. I did 9 inches of insulation in the house

[@douglashellofromarizona1229]

Hope you’re happy with that blown in insulation. I found it to be the bane of my existence when came to installation. While it cost more spray foam on the actual roof, is so much better in the long run. Once again I hope you’re happy with that loose stuff.

[@daleficklin1607]

I think the dust will continue to come out of the attic.

[@jasontaylor9871]

You better be careful leaning that ladder against the wall like that. Mine kicked out and I faceplanted from 16 feet the rubber feet of the ladder didn't grip the slick concrete floor

[@allanulen3809]

Contractors that I have worked with will put scraps at 12 inches height. That way they have an idea of getting an even level. Also adjusting the air flow at the blower makes a difference. Also the plastic on the end is a really good idea. Great video.

[@jimbecker5675]

You'll definitely want to consider covering that truss at the end of the insulated area to contain the dust. It most certainly will blow around.

[@bruce1853]

Mate I had the same sort of thing in my house roof back in the 80s , unfortunately after about 12 months it dried up and was just like paper and the wind blew under the eaves and it was blown against the inner wall and I ended up with only about a quarter of the hose with insulation my 10 year guarantee got blown away as well they went Wally up ,ended up getting the pink bats the house was so much cooler and warmer we got minus 3 and4 C in winter up to 45 to 50 in summer, I hope you have no hassles all the best to you and your wife from down under

[@jakeschisler7525]

You could have put house rap up on the end and left 2 openings in to allow you and the hose through. The best thing if had closed the end off, then put a opening in the middle to be able to close it when you were done. Check out R&R buildings to see how they do it

[@ithacacomments4811]

Blown-in is nasty! Somethings are worth hiring done. What a mess to clean up.

[@mikekehoe2927]

You may want to cloce off the trusses ..card board..plywood..or garden/weed barrier... what ever you have.

[@MOna6365]

👍👏

[@157-40_T]

Ask an expert but consider putting 6 ply plastic over blown insulation as both a vapor barrier and hold product in place so air does not move it.

[@michaelbroberg4911]

Put drywall over the end as a fire wall

[@revjohnvh]

You should have added more air to it creating more fluff. The insulation is not from the amount of product as much as the fluff in the product. When you put the fluff in the product by mixing the air properly the insulation material goes further and adds more or a factor. The denseness of the insulation is less protection from the weather.

[@yourdriver4093]

Just staple up a wall of clear plastic to keep that stuff in zone. Its gonna continue to come down if you don't contain it..