What is the R-value of InsulFoam?

about 3.9 per inch
InsulFoam EPS has R-values that vary depending on temperature and the density of the product installed. For instance, our standard R-TECH, sold in home improvement stores, has an average R-value of about 3.9 per inch at 75°F.

What is InsulFoam used for?

This versatile rigid foam board can be used for new and retrofit roofing, exterior, interior & cavity walls, siding underlayment, insulating sheathing, continuous insulation sheathing, weatherproofing protection barrier, below grade, under slab, crawl space, perimeter insulation, drainage board and radiant heated …

What is r-tech insulation made of?

R-Tech Panels are an engineered rigid insulation consisting of a superior closed-cell, lightweight and resilient expanded polystyrene (EPS) with advanced polymeric laminate facers. R-Tech is available with factory-adhered metallic-reflective facers, white facers or a combination of the two.

What is InsulFoam made of?

InsulFoam FL (Flute-Filler) is a custom-made, engineered insulation consisting of a superior closed-cell, lightweight expanded polystyrene (EPS).

Can you glue InsulFoam?

Adhesives provide a convenient method for installation of InsulFoam EPS products. Proper selection of adhesives which are specifically designed for use with polystyrene foams must be used. Many adhesives contain solvents or other additives which can damage polystyrene foams.

Which is better EPS or XPS?

XPS, at about R-5 per 25 mm, has only a slightly better thermal performance than EPS. The thermal insulation performance of EPS and XPS in identical densities is quite close. However, EPS with the same level of density is less expensive.

Can insulfoam get wet?

1) Unless your building is in a lake or river or subjected to severe flooding, the insulation will not be fully submerged.

Can you glue insulfoam?

What is the best R value for walls?

Typical recommendations for exterior walls are R-13 to R-23, while R-30, R-38 and R-49 are common for ceilings and attic spaces.

Is insulfoam waterproof?

The plastic film on Insulfoam sheets does not serve as waterproofing however. For true waterproofing and insulation in a single product, several companies offer underslab products that combine a flexible EPS core with two layers of vapor and moisture resistant materials.

Can I use Liquid Nails on foam insulation?

Depending on what you hope the outcome is you can use liquid nails, wood glue, and even foam insulation spray or panel foam adhesive to join pieces together. Foam itself IS toxic as you shape it so you need to wear masks to work with it and I suggest working outside or in a well ventilated space.

Is EPS foam closed cell?

Expanded Polystyrene Insulation, more commonly referred to as EPS, is a closed cell insulation that has been around since the 1950’s. EPS is made of 98% trapped air and only 2% plastic, making it an efficient insulator with a small amount of raw material.

What is R-Tech® insulation?

R-Tech is available with factory-adhered metallic-reflective facers, white facers or a combination of the two. The core of R-Tech is the same high-quality EPS as our InsulFoam insulations and meets or exceeds the requirements of ASTM C578, Type I, Standard Specification for Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation.

Why choose insulfoam lightweight rigid insulation panel?

Insulfoam’s ENERGY STAR ® certified R-TECH lightweight rigid insulation panel is a versatile do-it-all home insulation for the complete building envelope. Gone are the days of fiberglass splinters, heavy insulation products that are hard to cut, and blown in pieces that take a lot of material for adequate coverage.

What are R-Tech panels?

Are there any rebates for rigid foam insulation?

No Rebates. Change Location. Insulfoam rigid foam is a high-performance built-to-spec sheathing insulation that provides superior R-value and moisture resistance. It is offered in multiple thicknesses and dimensions, in both square-edged and tongue-and-groove joints.