Spray On Insulation

The Benefits of Using Spray-On Insulation

Maintaining building structural stability requires protection from damage that may be caused by air, temperature changes and moisture. When insulation comes to mind, people tend to think about bulky industrial insulation solutions that are rather unpleasant to the eyes. But that is the thing of the past now, advances in manufacturing technology have brought changes in the how insulation is installed.

One type of insulation that is a testament to such advances is the spray-on insulation or spray foam insulation (or closed cell spray foam). It is popular because of the ease of installation and the quality of insulation it provides. And also the fact that they are now absolutely environment friendly also helps with their popularity. But these types of insulation solutions are quite pricey as compared to other types. But with all the money you save because it decreases the strain on heating and cooling units, it is indeed a worthy investment.

Spray-on insulation is made from liquid polymer, which is either a urethane or polyurethane, and some types of foaming compound. When applied on the target surface such as doors, walls, window seals and the like, it first comes out as a liquid but then it foams up and fills every space and cracks and creating a thick layer of insulation that is guaranteed to be air tight and moisture resistant. It is known to expand a hundred times its original volume so it has a larger coverage as compared to other types of insulation.

It is also durable enough not to degrade, shrink, crumble or fall apart, so it can stand the test of time. Another advantage of this type of insulation is that it is much easier to apply compared to other insulation types. You can buy kits that you can use to apply it yourself without professional assistance. Spray-on insulation is also fire, pest, and rodent proof.

As you can see, despite its higher price compared to some other insulation options, there are many advantages in using spray-on insulation for your insulating solutions and it comes highly recommended for most purposes.

If you choose to apply this type of insulation by yourself, you might want to research for information and guidelines before installing this insulation type. The internet has an abundance of information regarding installation of spray-on insulation. But if you can't be bothered with researching and DIY, you can opt to hire a professional who can do the installation for you.