How to Insulate With Upholstery Foam

There are many different types of insulation, and insulating with upholstery foam is a popular one. Upholstery foam works great in stopping heat from escaping out of your home, which helps with heating bills. It is simple to insulate with upholstery foam, and only takes a few minutes.

Supplies

• Upholstery foam


• Tape measure


• Knife

1. Purchase the upholstery foam if you do have not purchased it yet. Talk to the salesperson about the foam you want to buy. Tell them you are going to use it for insulation so they will know the best foam for you. The upholstery foam should be thick and dense to provide the best insulation.


2. Take the foam to the area you are planning to insulate. Unwrap the foam and lay it out. Use a measuring tape to measure the area where you will place the foam.


3. Cut the foam that you purchase to the length that you measured using a knife. Cut the foam at least ½ inch longer than what you measured to ensure that it fits tightly into the space.


4. Clean out the area where you will be placing the upholstery. Sweep it out if there is any debris on the floor. Wipe down the walls with a damp rag if there is a lot of dust.


5. Put the upholstery foam into the space and make sure that it fits correctly. Trim the foam more, if needed.  Cut the rest of the foam and place into other areas you are insulating. Make sure each piece of foam fits tightly and there are no gaps.