Painter's coveralls are definitely a good call—cheap, disposable, and they keep most of the itchy fibers off your clothes. Taping wrists is smart too, but I'd also recommend wearing nitrile gloves underneath. I found that even with taped cuffs, those tiny fiberglass particles sometimes sneak through and irritate the skin around your hands.
One other thing to consider: goggles or safety glasses. Seems like overkill, but trust me, insulation dust in your eyes is no fun at all. Learned that the hard way when I was installing recessed lighting in my attic last year... spent the next two days feeling like I had sand in my eyes.
Also, if you haven't already, try applying baby powder or talcum powder on your skin before suiting up. It sounds odd, but it helps block the insulation fibers from sticking directly to your skin and makes cleanup afterward easier. Good luck—attic work is never pleasant, but it'll be worth it once you're done.
Great tips—especially the baby powder trick, never heard of that one before. Also, if you're doing attic work anyway, maybe consider swapping out that itchy fiberglass for something greener like cellulose or denim insulation... way less itchy and better for the planet too.
Totally agree on ditching fiberglass—it's a relic at this point. I've been steering clients toward cellulose insulation for years now, and honestly, the difference is night and day. Not only is it way less itchy (thank goodness), but it also fills gaps better, reducing drafts and improving overall energy efficiency. Denim insulation is another solid choice, especially if you're into recycling and sustainability. One thing to keep in mind though: denim can sometimes be pricier and a bit harder to source depending on your area.
Another option worth considering is spray foam insulation. Yeah, it's not as eco-friendly as cellulose or denim, but it seals incredibly well and can significantly cut down your heating and cooling bills. Just make sure you get a reputable installer—I've seen some DIY spray foam jobs go sideways fast...
Bottom line, whatever you choose, your attic doesn't have to be an itchy nightmare anymore.
I recently switched from fiberglass to cellulose insulation, mostly because of budget constraints, and honestly, it's been great so far. My attic feels noticeably warmer already, and no more itchy weekends spent crawling around up there...definitely worth considering if cost is a factor.
Totally agree with you on cellulose being a solid choice, especially if you're budget-conscious. When we built our first custom home, I spent way too many nights researching insulation types (probably more than necessary, honestly...). Fiberglass is cheap upfront, sure, but the itch factor alone made me hesitant. Plus, cellulose has some underrated benefits—it's denser, so it does a better job at reducing air leaks and drafts. I've noticed our heating bills dropped noticeably since we went with cellulose. One minor downside is that it can settle over time, so you might lose a bit of R-value after several years. But honestly, I'd rather top it off occasionally than deal with fiberglass fibers embedded in my skin again. Glad you're seeing good results already—makes me feel even better about our choice too.