Dealing with itchy pink nightmare in my attic

I’ve heard good things about spray foam but the price tag kinda scared me off.

“Worth it if you’re staying long-term.”

Definitely noticed a difference in both drafts and noise after switching to spray foam—especially in older homes. Here’s how I usually break it down: if you’re planning to stay under five years, the cost might not pay off. But, if you do go for it, you’ll likely feel a big jump in comfort. The rooms just feel...less “attic-y,” if that makes sense. No more mystery cold spots or weird whistling on windy nights. If you’re on the fence, maybe try air sealing and adding a bit more batt insulation as a stopgap—it’s less of a commitment and still helps with drafts.

The rooms just feel...less “attic-y,” if that makes sense. No more mystery cold spots or weird whistling on windy nights.

That’s been my experience too—spray foam really does change the feel of a space. A couple things to add:

- If you’re dealing with the “itchy pink nightmare,” it’s not just about comfort—fiberglass gets everywhere during renos, and cleanup's a pain.
- Spray foam also helps with air quality, since it seals up random gaps where dust and critters sneak in.
- One thing to watch: make sure you’ve got proper ventilation after foam goes in. Too tight, and you can end up with moisture problems down the road.

Short-term, topping up batts and sealing obvious gaps is decent. Long-term though, foam’s hard to beat...if you’re planning to stick around.

Spray foam also helps with air quality, since it seals up random gaps where dust and critters sneak in.

That’s a good point—air quality is one of those things you don’t really notice until it gets better. I remember after we did spray foam in our attic, the musty smell just disappeared. No more weird drafts or that “old house” scent lingering around.

I do agree about the ventilation, though. It’s easy to get carried away with sealing everything up, but if you don’t have a plan for airflow, you can end up with condensation or even mold. We had to add a couple of vents after the fact because the humidity started creeping up.

Honestly, dealing with fiberglass is just miserable. I still find little pink fibers in the oddest places months later. If you’re planning to stay in the house for a while, investing in spray foam makes a lot of sense. It’s not cheap, but the comfort difference is night and day. Just double-check your local codes on ventilation—some places are stricter than others.

Title: Dealing With Itchy Pink Nightmare In My Attic

I hear you on the fiberglass misery. Years ago, I was renovating a 1950s ranch and thought I’d save a few bucks by crawling around up there myself. Big mistake. Even with a mask and gloves, that stuff found its way into my sleeves, my socks, everywhere. Took days to stop itching, and I swear I was still pulling pink fuzz out of my hair a week later.

Spray foam’s been a game changer on my projects since then. Not just for the air quality, but the peace of mind. One property I worked on had a constant draft in the winter—no matter how much we cranked the heat, it felt like the wind was sneaking in. After spray foaming the attic and rim joists, it was like a different house. Quieter, too, which I didn’t expect.

I do think you’re spot on about ventilation, though. I’ve seen folks go all-in on sealing every nook and cranny, then end up with condensation dripping down the rafters. On one build, we had to retrofit a whole new venting system because the humidity got out of control. It’s a balancing act—tighten up the envelope, but don’t choke the house.

Cost-wise, yeah, spray foam stings up front. But if you’re in it for the long haul, it pays off. Less draft, lower bills, and you don’t have to worry about critters making a home in your insulation. I’ve had more than one surprise raccoon nest in old fiberglass... not an experience I’d recommend.

Anyway, if you’re tired of the pink fluff, I’d say go for the foam if you can swing it. Just make sure you’ve got a plan for airflow—otherwise, you’re trading one headache for another.