SmartBaffle is available in 16” and 24” stock sizes. These insulation baffles are strong, durable, easy to work with and can be used in new construction or retrofit during renovations. All types of insulation can be used with SmartBaffles such as Fiberglass batts or Fiberglass blown-in, Rockwool, Cellulose loose fill and cellulose spray, mineral wool, and all types of spray foam.
SmartBaffles allow air to travel from the eaves area to above the insulation level to assure air travels without blockage from the soffit/eaves to the ridge. The SmartBaffle spans the entire width of the rafter space and can easily be cut smaller to fit narrow rafter spaces
SmartBaffle 16 out-of-the-box size is 18.5”W X 36”L X 4mm (thick) and is constructed of rigid, corrugated plastic with two bending routes each route at 2.25” in from the long edge. After installed, the SmartBaffle is 14″ wide with 2″ flanges. These insulation baffles are strong enough to support spray foam expanding insulation creating the required air chute most shingle manufacturers require for shingle warranties.
Each piece can be very easily cut in half using a standard utility knife. The SmartBaffle can be cut in half for double coverage at the eaves area to guard against insulation blockage. Each cut piece would be 18.5” in length.
The SmartBaffle can be installed with a bent down starter to seal the soffit insulation as a weather barrier by simply scoring the two side flanges and bending down at the appropriate distance. What’s more is that the SmartBaffle can be installed from the roof or from the inside room or attic. As you can see the SmartBaffle is very versatile and cost effective.
SmartBaffle installation variations
There are five variations to installing the SmartBaffle.
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Creating a wind blocker with SmartBaffle
In some case when installing SmartBaffle you will need to create a wind blocker to keep your insulation in place near the eaves. Please use this diagram as a guide to cut and install correctly.
Diagram for creating a wind blocker with SmartBaffle
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Had to retrofit baffles that were collapsed or not installed. Does take some time to learn how to install in existing attic space. Love these!
Easy to install
Much better than what you can find in big box stores
Would recommend if you need ventilation in attic
Very sturdy and easy to cut. You can’t use baffles from the big box stores and cut them to fit or hope they won’t collapse. I purchased two different kinds and they’re useless. The distance between our rafters were between 5” to the standard 16” on center. Unfortunately most weren’t. After cutting and scoring, they are still sturdy and won’t collapse with the insulation. We under estimated how many we needed (twice) so this is my third order. Cant say enough about this product. I won’t be worrying my attic is getting ventilation. Worth the extra expense
What you need to know about SmartBaffle
The SmartBaffle is 36”L X 1/8”(thick) corrugated plastic with double bending routes at 2.25” in from each long edge. Each piece can be cut in half for double coverage at the eaves area to guard against insulation blockage in the open attic rafter spaces. SmartBaffle is designed for use with fiberglass insulation, loose fill insulation or spray foam insulation. SmartBaffle will keep the insulation away from blocking the intake air from the soffit. Air will travel up through the chute created by the SmartBaffle.
SmartBaffle is also designed for rugged, unbreakable use and handling. SmartBaffle is constructed of non-collapsing material with lifetime durability. Ease of installation by the contractor is achieved by the design, engineering and technology inherent in the SmartBaffle product. There are many ways to secure the SmartBaffle but the universal method is to use an 8D nail under each side against the rafter, forcing the SmartBaffle flanges tight to the roof decking. Generally one at the center of each piece, one on each side rafter, should be adequate. Only drive the nail about 1” in the rafter which should be enough to hold the SmartBaffle in place. Continue until the desired amount of SmartBaffle is installed. Follow up by installing the insulation. Insulation should fit loosely in the remaining rafter space to gain the maximum ‘R’ value (winter) and ‘U’ value (summer). No insulation should be in the 2” chute created when bending up the side flanges against the roof deck.
SmartBaffle16 and SmartBaffle24 are designed to allow 2” of air flow between 16” and 24” on center rafter spaces, respectively. Wider or narrower rafter spaces can be accomplished by following the directions enclosed with the product. Any installation questions please contact DCI Products at 1-800-622-4455
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