How Do I Use Rigid Foam Insulation, When Installing Attic Insulation?
Rigid Foam insulation is often used for unfinished buildings and everyday products including installing attic insulation. The beads are shaped under extreme heat and pressure to custom fit. There are three types I will discuss each one and their uses. I will also discuss precautions to take with this insulation. Before long you will have a better knowledge when installing attic insulation The first is polystyrene. This type of insulation uses deep heat and pressure to mold into shape. It is best used in walls and installing attic insulation. Although it is more expensive than the other two its characteristics makes it a lot stronger and more durable than the others. The second type of rigid foam insulation is bead board. It is made in such a way that bead expand to fit, producing a better insulated area. This type of insulation is often found in every day products. Because of the bead spacing moisture is allowed to be absorbed. The third is polyisocyanurate and polyiso foam boards this
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