Reasons to Upgrade Insulation In A Commercial Building
An insulation upgrade may not seem like an essential project at first glance. However, just like insulation itself, the benefits of good insulation aren’t always easy to see at first…
3 Ways Good Insulation Can Save You Money
Does your house always feel chilly in winter, even when you know your heater is going? Do you feel cold air drafts around doors and windows? If so, there’s a…
The Many Benefits of Green Insulation
The green movement has been growing steadily over the past decades. More and more people—and businesses—are taking steps to conserve and preserve valuable natural resources, and with good reason. Every…
Key Benefits of Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Insulation
Are you considering using green insulation in building or renovating a residential or commercial property? If so, that’s great! There are now several types of green insulation to choose from.…
Advantages of Thermal Insulation Below Grade
Design professionals are leaving no part of the building envelope to chance in the quest for more energy efficient buildings, Walls and roofs have been obvious thermal performance areas of…
Pros and Cons of EPS and XPS
EPS (expanded polystyrene) and XPS (extruded polystyrene) are two common types of rigid foam insulation used in building construction. Both materials are made from polystyrene and have similar physical properties,…
Polyiso Insulation for Below-Grade Applications on Walls and Under Slabs
Below-grade insulation needs to provide thermal protection and moisture resistance for building foundations and basements. Below-grade insulation materials must be able to withstand the harsh environment of the soil, resist…
R-value Alone Does Not Measure Insulation Effectiveness
R-value is a measure of resistance to heat flow through a given thickness of material. In theory, the higher the R-value, the greater that resistance. That’s fine as far as…
Everything you need to know about Extruded Polystyrene Insulation – XPS
What is extruded polystyrene insulation made of? Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) is a type of foam insulation material made from polystyrene beads that are melted and extruded into board-like form. XPS…