DEALING WITH ITCHY PINK NIGHTMARE IN MY ATTIC
That fiberglass really is relentless—no matter how careful you are, it finds a way. I’ve seen folks try everything from duct-taping their sleeves to double-gloving, but it’s never perfect. I do think mineral wool is a bit less irritating, but you’re right, it’s not exactly pleasant either. One thing I’ve found helps a little is using painter’s coveralls with elastic cuffs and taping the ankles and wrists. Not foolproof, but it cuts down on the misery. And yeah, moisture with cellulose is a real concern—seen too many attics with that musty smell after a few seasons. Sometimes, starting over really is the cleanest solution, even if it feels drastic.
DEALING WITH ITCHY PINK NIGHTMARE IN MY ATTIC
Man, fiberglass is like glitter—once it’s in your life, it never leaves. I totally get the painter’s coveralls trick, but last time I tried, I still found myself itching for days. Honestly, if you ever get the chance (and the budget), closed cell spray foam is a total game-changer. No itch, no musty smell... just peace and quiet up there.
DEALING WITH ITCHY PINK NIGHTMARE IN MY ATTIC
fiberglass is like glitter—once it’s in your life, it never leaves.
That’s the most accurate description I’ve heard. I swear, I’m still finding pink fuzz in my laundry a month later. I tried the painter’s suit too, but I must’ve missed a spot around my wrists or something because the itching was unreal. Even after showering, it felt like it was just embedded in my skin.
I’ve been looking into spray foam too, and yeah, the upfront cost is a bit of a gut punch but the air sealing and R-value are hard to beat. Plus, you don’t have to worry about the stuff shifting or settling over time like batts do. Only thing that made me hesitate was reading about off-gassing if it’s not mixed right. Anyone else get paranoid about that? Still, compared to crawling around in fiberglass... kinda feels worth it.
Honestly, if I had to do it again, I’d probably just budget for foam from the start and save myself the misery.
DEALING WITH ITCHY PINK NIGHTMARE IN MY ATTIC
I hear you on the foam price tag—it’s a lot up front. I’ve wondered if anyone’s tried a hybrid approach, like foam just in the worst spots and batts elsewhere? Seems like it could balance cost and comfort, but maybe it’s more hassle than it’s worth.
DEALING WITH ITCHY PINK NIGHTMARE IN MY ATTIC
I’ve actually gone the hybrid route in my last place—spray foam around the eaves and rim joists, then batts everywhere else. It wasn’t perfect, but it definitely cut down on drafts and kept the budget from spiraling. The trick is making sure you get a good seal where the two meet, or you end up with weird cold spots. Honestly, dealing with the pink stuff was still a pain... but at least I didn’t have to handle it everywhere. If I had to do it again, I’d probably suck it up and pay for more foam in the trickier corners.
