It is a well known fact that proper insulation can reduceheating costs considerably. Save even more money by installingattic insulation yourself! The simplest way to insulate the atticis to use the blanket form that is sold in rolls or bats. Both aremade of fiberglass or mineral fibers. First, measure the space youare going to insulate in the attic to see how many rolls or batsyou need to buy. It is also a good idea to buy a cover for yourinsulation. This protects it from fumes and condensation and isusually made from craft paper or fire retardant foil.Before you start, you will need the following equipment:protective gloves, glasses and mask, a utility knife and ameasuring tape. To avoid irritation, make sure that the whole ofyour skin is covered by clothing. Insulation can be very irrita