Three Types Of Foam Board InsulationFoam board insulation comes in three main types, polyisocyanurate, polyurethane and polystyrene. While they all tend to be good, they basically each have their own uses that better then the others. Polystyrene foam board insulation uses a deep heating and applied pressure for their molded shape. The primary uses are for insulating walls and attics in you home or building. It is stronger and more durable then the others mentioned, but is also has a higher price tag as well. Polyurethane or bead board as is it commonly referred to uses a process of an expanding bead that tends to fit better, and thus producing better insulating qualities. This is the type of insulation that is commonly used in areas like those crawl spaces beneath your home or building, and also is common in everyday products. Polyisocyanurate or polyiso as it is known, has the ability to withstand extremely high temperatures, and is also very strong. This is great insulation to use in attics because of its strength and also because it has built in moisture barrier as applied with an aluminum foil layer. Although all three of the foam board insulation are tested and rated as fire resistant, that doesn’t mean that they won’t burn. For the most part, the have design qualities that allow them smolder for a long period before igniting. Covering your foam insulation with a fire retardant material like drywall or gypsum board is a necessary step to ensure the best possible results. Foam board insulation has a tendency to deteriorate in direct sunlight, so if it will be in contact with sunlight, it is recommended to cover it with rubberized asphalt or an acrylic silicone compound. Another thing to watch for is the fact that bugs and insects tend to build the nests in foam board insulation, so if you’re applying it to a basement, be sure it is treated with an insecticide to repel any insect damage. Foam board insulation will also hold water and moisture, causing it and the underlying structure to form mold and rot. In order to prevent this from happening, be sure to use some clear six mil poly plastic as a vapor barrier.
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