Composed of a closed cell polyisocyanurate foam core bonded in the foaming process to 1 2 thick duraboard an expanded perlite mineral aggregate board on one side and a fiber glass reinforced facer on the other.
Roof insulation sizes.
R value measures how resistant types of insulation are to heat flow.
Smaller sizes are also available.
It s light weight provides ease of handling.
Typical recommendations for exterior walls are r 13 to r 23 while r 30 r 38 and r 49 are common for ceilings and attic spaces.
Insulation is rated by its r value.
They re much lighter and easier to work with than plywood sheets.
It comes in standard size 4 8 sheets and smaller sizes in many different thicknesses from 1 4 inch to 2 inches.
Rigid roof insulation board.
For new construction use rigid boards to insulate slabs and the outside of foundation walls.
Working with home insulation boards insulation panels typically come in 4x8 foot sheets.
R values vary based on the type thickness and density of the insulation material.
Insulation decreases the amount of heat entering from outside when it s hot and traps warmth inside when it s cold.
See the department of energy s doe ranges for recommended levels of insulation below.
If you think you re among the 90 of us homes that are under insulated 1 performing a simple insulation inspection will help you determine your insulation needs.
Install them using panel adhesive or screws.