Spray Foam Insulation- Page 2 of 5
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Use of Spray Foam Insulation Drops
A survey among builders finds that spray foam's market share has fallen slightly since its peak in 2012. Fiberglass remains king.
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Another Spray Foam Fire?
Investigators in Connecticut probe a fast-moving fire that started in a house where workers were reportedly spraying foam insulation
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Does Open-Cell Spray Foam Really Rot Roofs?
Researchers from Oak Ridge National Lab have said open-cell spray foam is risky — but what did they miss?
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Thermal Barriers and Ignition Barriers for Spray Foam
The code is complicated, poorly written, subject to interpretation, and often unenforced
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Open-Cell Spray Foam and Damp Roof Sheathing
When open-cell spray foam insulation is installed on the underside of OSB roof sheathing, the sheathing sometimes gets damp
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Sticking With Spray Foam for My Renovation
I wanted to try a different type of insulation, but it just didn’t make sense to switch horses in midstream
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Air Leaks in Homes Insulated With Spray Foam
After using spray foam to create an air barrier in an older brick home, we were surprised to discover a high rate of air leakage
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Spray Foam Insulation Is Not a Cure-All
Poor installation can negate the benefits of this popular insulation
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Making Slow Progress on My Renovation
Lessons learned about construction speed, construction quality, and house size
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The Lipstick-on-a-Pig Million-Dollar Home Syndrome
Despite spending large sums of money, owners of expensive homes often get cheapo HVAC systems