Seal the Envelope Against High Energy Bills
Air infiltration accounts for up to 40 percent of energy loss in a typical home. An effective air barrier is critical to help keep conditioned (heated or cooled) air in your home from escaping through gaps in the building envelope and being replaced by outside air. STYROFOAM™ Brand SPF Insulation provides superior insulation and resistance to air infiltration. By effectively sealing your home, STYROFOAM™ Brand SPF Insulation minimizes the drafts and random air leakage that contribute to discomfort ... and high energy bills.
Insulate for Maximum Energy Savings and Value
To insulate is to reduce the transfer of heat. The more effective a material is at reducing heat transfer, the higher its R-value. (R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power.)
STYROFOAM™ Brand SPF Insulation features one of the highest insulation values available, for maximum energy savings (SPF has a R-value almost 60 percent higher than that of fiberglass). Homeowners who have chosen spray foam insulation typically see impressive reductions in their heating and cooling bills – up to 50 percent savings over similar homes insulated with fiberglass.
Control Moisture
Moisture is the number one enemy of most building materials and is the leading cause of building failure. The most significant source of moisture in buildings is air infiltration and air movement within the walls. This can contribute to condensation and create optimal conditions for mold and mildew growth.
STYROFOAM™ Brand SPF Insulation fills gaps and cracks, halting the majority of airborne moisture movement. The closed-cell foam will not wick or hold moisture, and is not a known nutrient source for mold and mildew.
Reinforce Wall Strength
The walls of your home serve a vital structural purpose. That’s why building codes require wall designs to meet minimum standards to withstand various loads from above (such as a snow-covered roof), as well as wind loads.
STYROFOAM™ Brand SPF Insulation is a premium solution that provides exceptional insulation value and exceeds code requirements for wall strength. According to studies conducted by the National Association of Home Builders’ research center, a wall insulated with closed-cell spray foam is two to three times stronger than a wall constructed with conventional cavity insulation. And, by effectively blocking air leakage, STYROFOAM™ Brand SPF Insulation helps keep temperature and moisture levels constant, minimizing the expansion and contraction of wood frame walls that can reduce structural integrity.
Deadens Sound Travel and Noise
Spray foam insulation also reduces airborne sound making the home acoustically tighter and more private from room to room.
