Why Choose Spray Foam vs Fiberglass Insulation
If you’re a contractor who is looking for better sales and more profit, look no further than the insulation at your next project. Those who really understand spray polyurethane foam as an insulating option know that customers are willing to pay more for foam when they understand that fiberglass costs more in the long run, when you factor in the costs of operating a home or business. The fact is, building with foam insulation can reduce monthly energy costs by up to 50 percent.
A great foam spray that can be found at all Spenard Builders Supply locations is Touch ‘n Seal. Manufactured by Convenience Products of St. Louis, Touch ‘n Seal offers one- and two-component formulations, as well as a variety of applications from gun-applied foams to high-density, two component foams that are ideal for commercial sealing, insulation, patching and filling applications.
Two-component foam provides fast, even foam flow that cures in one minute and is ideal for vertical applications. The foam also comes in standard, or flame-retardant formulas.
Touch ‘n Seal also offers a low pressure, No-Warp gun foam that is guaranteed not to bow window or door frames. An All-Seasons formula can be used for curing in low or high temperature environments or in low humidity. A Panel Bond Polyurethane Foam Adhesive is specially formulated for general construction and manufactured housing to permanently seal drywall, vinyl-faced wallboard, wood and insulation panels.
If energy savings isn’t enough to convince you to switch to polyurethane foam insulation, how about longevity? The Canadian Construction Materials Center’s National Research Council has done testing that indicates spray polyurethane foam air barriers offer long-term durability that is greater than, or equal to the lifespan of the building itself. Other benefits include moisture control, structural rigidity and reduction of outside noise by filling every nook and cranny. Not to mention the fact that it’s easy to apply. All things that fiberglass insulation simply can’t claim.
The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that 40 percent of heating and cooling costs are wasted through uncontrolled air leakage within the building envelope. Spray insulating foam can help. By replacing blown-in fiberglass in floors, ceilings and basement walls with spray polyurethane foam, ice-damming problems can be reduced, air infiltration can be stopped and temperature differentials between floors may be reduced by up to 60 percent.
Taking the time to really understand spray polyurethane foam as an insulating option could translate into better sales and more profit for you. Learn more online at www.touch-n-seal.com