How good is expanding foam as insulation?

Expanding foam became a valuable form of insulation due to its thermal properties and resistance to heat flow, otherwise known as R-value. The higher the R-value, the more effective the insulation.

How long does spray foam last?

approximately 80 to 100 years
When correctly applied and with regular maintenance, spray foam insulation should last for the life of your home or approximately 80 to 100 years.

How many cells are in a cubic inch of foam insulation?

One cubic inch of polyurethane foam insulation contains millions of tiny plastic closed cells filled with Enovate® 3000, a non-ozone depleting blowing agent. The blowing agent is captured within the cells which contributes to highly efficient insulating properties.

What is closed cell foam insulation?

Closed Cell Foam Insulation. Closed-cell spray foam insulation is one of the most efficient insulating materials commercially available, with aged R-Values above 6.0 per inch. As an industry leader in high performance spray foam insulation, Lapolla strives to raise the bar in energy efficiency and sustainable building practices. The description…

What happens if you don’t seal spray foam insulation properly?

Closed-cell spray foam insulation systems, when properly installed, deliver energy savings of up to 45%. Small imperfections in the building envelope (holes, cracks, gaps) not properly sealed will eventually lead to poor building performance or worse, moisture accumulation, allergen/pathogen growth, and very possibly structural failure.

How is polyurethane foam insulation made?

One cubic inch of polyurethane foam insulation contains millions of tiny plastic closed cells filled with Enovate ® 3000, a non-ozone depleting blowing agent. The blowing agent is captured within the cells which contributes to highly efficient insulating properties.