Insulation performs a trifecta role of saving homeowners’ money, creating a home comfort zone and helping the environment
Rigid Foam Insulation
Owens Corning FOAMULAR NGX C-300 Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Rigid Foam Insulation is a closed cell, highly moisture-resistant rigid foam board well suited to meet the needs for a wide variety of residential and commercial construction applications. R-Value ranges are five to 20, thickness ranges one to four in.
Owens Corning FOAMULAR NGX CodeBord Air Barrier System combines acrylic sheathing tape (JointSealR), flashing tape (FlashSealR), and polyethylene foam sill gasket (ProPINK ComfortSealR) to form and function as a complete exterior air barrier system. owenscorning.ca
Zero ozone depletion
SOPRA-SPF 200 LT is a two-component, closed-cell, spray-applied polyurethane foam insulation system. Thanks to its eco-friendly HFO blowing agent, SOPRA-SPF 200 LT has a zero-ozone depletion potential and a global warming potential of one. SOPRA-SPF 200 LT is designed for commercial, industrial and residential insulation applications, on exterior walls, interior walls and foundations. SOPRA-SPF 200 LT meets and exceeds the CAN/ULC-S705.1-15 standard.
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Thermal/acoustic insulation
Johns Manville ComfortTherm poly-encapsulated thermal and acoustical insulation offers R-Values up to R-30 and is available in precut batts to fit standard wall cavities or rolls for custom installation in any size of wall cavity. ComfortTherm insulation is wrapped in plastic for dust-free, itch-free installation, and can be used in a wide variety of wood frame, engineered wood and steel frame construction applications, including new construction and retrofit. Stable bonded glass fibres won’t slump within the wall cavity, settle or break down during normal applications.
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Eight in a day
Huntsman Building Solutions upgraded Heatlok Soya HP closed-cell spray foam solution effectively blocks the intrusion of pollutants, allergens and other airborne irritants. It provides spray foam applicators with improved performance and application in walls, roofs, foundations and under-slab. It is resistant to mould and flood damage and is Greenguard Gold Certified. Up to eight in. can be sprayed in a day. It contains 20 per cent recycled plastic and renewable soya oil.
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Membrane vapour retarder
CertainTeed’s MemBrain is a smart vapour retarder that helps improve the energy efficiency of buildings by controlling moisture levels. This innovative insulation solution is designed to adapt to changes in humidity levels, allowing moisture to escape when necessary, while still blocking moisture from entering the building envelope. MemBrain is made from high-quality polyamide material that is both durable and easy to install. It helps to improve indoor air quality by controlling moisture levels and reducing the risk of mould and mildew growth. certainteed.ca
For the roof
Rockwool supplies a variety of insulation products for flat or pitched roof applications. From steel, concrete or warm roofs to rafter line or loft insulation, Rockwool products are made from premium stone wool.
Whether your roofing project is part of a new construction or an existing building rehabilitation or repair, you can begin maximizing the roof’s long-term durability and environmental impact as early as the design phase.
Incorporating stone wool insulation into the roof assembly provides options for enhancing acoustic performance, passive fire protection, reliable long-term R-value and dimensional stability.
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Multi-purpose insulation
In some circumstaces, a multi-purpose insulation product can save time and money compared with using a number of more restricted-use insulation products. Knauf’s Eccobat insulation can be used for various applications, including walls, ceiling, sound control, floor, attics and mid-floor.
Engineered to offer both thermal and acoustic properties, Eccobat is made with ECOSE technology and is validated formaldehyde-free. It’s certified to a demanding indoor air quality certification in the industry, Greenguard Gold.
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