Expanded Polystyrene Foam Board Insulation Installation

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Expanded polystyrene foam board insulation installation.

R 8 expanded polystyrene foam board insulation 2 x 4 x 8 please note. Rigid foam insulation commonly called styrofoam insulation is made up of expanded polystyrene or eps panels that are secured to basement walls to increase the wall s r value. Expanded polystyrene eps extruded polystyrene xps and polyisocyanurate are the most used types of rigid foam insulation. Eps foam is the correct term for any form of expanded polystyrene.

0 55 in x 4 ft x 8 ft residential sheathing square edge 1 faced polystyrene garage door foam board insulation with sound barrier item 15348 model 201549. A 2 inch thick sheet of this rigid foam board insulation provides thermal resistance or r value of r 10. While all foam insulation products are derived from petroleum some of the key differences include water resistance r value per inch compressive strength facings permeability to water vapor and evidently cost. During cold winter nights you will save up to 50 energy while inside your home you will benefit from a cozy and warm climate.

The higher the r. Products provide superior insulating properties. You can consult your local construction supplier for advice on which fasteners should be used for a particular application. Of all the types of insulation extruded polystyrene xps is among the simplest to install.

The word styrofoam is often used to describe expanded polystyrene eps foam. Prices promotions styles and availability may vary by store and online. However styrofoam is actually a trademarked term for closed cell extruded polystyrene foam made for thermal insulation and craft applications. R 5 scored square edge rigid foam board insulation sheathing foamular extruded polystyrene xps rigid foamular extruded polystyrene xps rigid foam insulation offers a comprehensive line of products choose the strength you need from 15 to 60 psi and exceptional moisture resistance.

0 55 in x 4 ft x 8 ft. Insulfoam is a division of carlisle construction materials a wholly owned subsidiary of carlisle companies nyse. The choice of fastener for styrofoam extruded polystyrene foam insulation is completely dependent on the application. There are many fastener manufacturers located throughout north america.

For over 50 years insulfoam has been enabling building professionals to construct high quality building insulation systems at a minimal cost. Inventory is sold and received continuously throughout the day.