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how much open cell for ceiling?

bandini | Posted in Energy, Heating & Insulation on

I am finishing a non- vented cathedral ceiling in Nashville Tennessee and using  open cell spray foam. The local contractors are saying to use only 6″ in the roof that would be around r-21.  Is that enfough?

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