Closed Cell Foam Board Insulation
Closed cell foam has a higher r value than open cell foam usually about 6 0 per inch.
Closed cell foam board insulation. Some types of thicker foam board insulation are available but they may need to be special ordered. Froth pak 620 sealant 2 component foam insulation kit a tank b tank 15 hose closed cell quick cure polyurethane expanding spray foam 4 3 out of 5 stars 116 727 00 727. Compare click to add item r 3 expanded polystyrene foam board insulation 3 4 x 14 1 2 x 48 6 pk to the compare list. Expanded polystyrene or xps extruded polystyrene or eps and polyisocyanurate or polyiso are the three main types of rigid closed cell insulation materials.
Polyisocyanurate is another option coming in as the densest and more expensive option for foam board. Click to add item r 3 expanded polystyrene foam board insulation 3 4 x 14 1 2 x 48 6 pk to the compare list. They contain low conductivity gases in the cells usually one of the hcfc or cfc gases. Foamular 150 2 in.
Polyurethane and polyisocyanurate are both closed cell foams. It comes in standard size 4 8 sheets and smaller sizes in many different thicknesses from 1 4 inch to 2 inches. Cost polyiso is the most expensive of the foam board insulation products however it s the highest r value. Shop at lowe s to find the foam sheeting you need for your next insulation project.
It s made of environmentally sound closed cell polyisocyanurate foam bonded to a durable white matte non glare aluminum facer and a reflective reinforced aluminum facer. Each type is used in a variety of applications and under conditions where resistance to water and moisture is critical. R matte plus 3 thermasheath 3 is rigid foam plastic thermal insulation r matte plus 3 thermasheath 3 is rigid foam plastic thermal insulation board. R 1 fanfold rigid foam board insulation sheathing.
R 10 scored squared edge rigid foam board insulation sheathing. Foam board insulation is easy to use and is a great diy way to add some insulation. But some closed cell foams like tiger foam s e84 closed cell formula have even higher ratings that go up to almost 7 per inch.