That carving knife trick really does make a difference, especially with those denser batts. I’ve tried the water spray too and honestly, it just turns everything into a sticky mess—plus, the fibers still seem to find their way onto every surface. I’ve started using painter’s coveralls over my clothes to save shirts, but even then, the itch gets through sometimes. And yeah, the kitchen-to-garage migration is real... I’ve got a whisk out there that’s never coming back inside.
I’ve started using painter’s coveralls over my clothes to save shirts, but even then, the itch gets through sometimes.
That itch is relentless. I’ve tried double-layering with long sleeves and taping the cuffs, but those fibers still sneak in. One thing that helped a bit was using a cheap disposable rain poncho over the coveralls—kind of traps the fibers before they get to your skin. Not perfect, but better than nothing. And yeah, I’ve got a set of kitchen tongs that are now strictly “garage tools” after one too many insulation jobs... some things just never come clean.
I’ve wondered if those Tyvek suits are actually worth the extra cost compared to painter’s coveralls. I tried one once, and it seemed a bit sturdier, but honestly, I still ended up itching for days after crawling around in the attic. Maybe it’s just impossible to keep all the fibers out unless you’re in a full hazmat setup. Has anyone found a budget-friendly option that actually works, or is it just wishful thinking?
