Choose you insulation materials wisely by educating yourself on the unique performance characteristics of each rigid foam insulation type. Review the insulation comparison table below, so you can weigh the benefits of using each type of rigid foam insulation side-by-side.

2009年5月1日 · Get the Right Rigid Foam – Foam-board insulation can boost R-value, slow thermal bridging, and control condensation—but you better choose the right type. Is Your Exterior Rigid Foam Too Thin? – Whether it’s to meet code or to adhere to a “green” target, more and more builders are adding a layer of rigid foam insulation on the ...

2021年7月28日 · Rigid foam insulation boards are different. Choose carefully between Polyisocyanurate, EPS & XPS or Mineral Wool & Hemp as the wrong choice can reduce insulation performance & cause mold & rot in building envelope's. Polyisocyanurate (PIR), Extruded Polystyrene (XPS), Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) or Styrofoam?

2024年4月11日 · Choosing the right type of rigid foam insulation involves weighing various factors including cost, environmental impact, and insulation needs. While EPS and XPS offer certain benefits, Polyiso—particularly Rmax Polyiso— has emerged as the best option for most applications due to its high R-value, moisture resistance, and eco-friendly ...

2023年7月2日 · Each type of rigid insulation has its unique characteristics and advantages. Expanded polystyrene (EPS) and extruded polystyrene (XPS) offer moisture resistance and versatility. Polyisocyanurate (Polyiso) and polyurethane (PUR) insulation provide exceptional thermal performance.

2016年2月5日 · Which type of foam should you choose: polyisocyanurate, expanded polystyrene (EPS), or extruded polystyrene (XPS)? The answer depends on several factors, including your R-value target, your local climate, whether the insulation will be in contact with soil, and your level of environmental concern.

2021年7月22日 · Rigid board insulation is made from rugged, dense sheets of certain types of foam. The most commonly used foam products for rigid board insulation include polyurethane, polystyrene, or polyiso. Due to the chemical structure, these types of …

2023年4月24日 · There are three main types of rigid foam insulation that you’ll see in the construction industry: Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Polyisocyanurate (Polyiso) Each of these rigid insulation types is made of different raw materials (resins and additives), and each one has its own manufacturing process.

There are several common types of rigid-foam insulation, each with different pros and cons. Few building materials have been embraced by so many builders as rigid-foam insulation.

2022年8月29日 · Rigid foam or foam board is a type of continuous insulation most commonly applied to the building’s exterior wall, roof, and foundation. Rigid foam has a closed-cell structure that does not allow air to pass through it.