The purpose of insulation is to limit thermal energy loss within homes. Keeping the heated air in and the cold air out during winter and vice versa during summer is essential to comfortable living. Having high R-value insulation panels, along with continuous insulation, will maximize the efficiency of your heating and cooling systems. InSoFast insulation panels are a great product to fulfill this goal.
Preferred by Do-It-Yourselfers, professionals, and everyone in between, InSoFast insulation panels are closed-cell, injection-molded Expanded Polystyrene foam insulation panels. They’re American-made and can be shipped free of charge to any destination within the continental United States from one of our sites in South Dakota, Minnesota, Massachusetts, and Idaho.
Understanding the R-Value of Insulation Products
The R-value of insulation products speaks to the power of the insulation, as it’s the level of resistance to energy loss provided by the product. Insulation’s R-value is largely determined by the porosity, thickness, and type of insulation.
Higher R-values indicate more powerful insulation. Your heated or cooled air will remain within the home, keeping the internal temperature stable. Those who live in climates with excessive temperatures should consider choosing insulation systems with higher R-values.
R-values alone won’t resolve the problem. Creating a system of continuous insulation without gaps in coverage or thermal breakage will allow your insulation to perform beyond typical expectations.
The Panels Build the System
The InSoFast insulation system works through panels that are interconnected via tongue and groove notches. This feature, as well as the modifiable nature of the panels, allows for airtight continuous insulation coverage. The embedded studs within the panels also prevent thermal bridging which occurs with the typical wooden frame and insulation construction. Energy loss does not occur at studs when the stud is not a conductor and is fully sheathed within the insulation panel, as it is with InSoFast insulation panels.
InSoFast insulation comes in two panel series for interior use. The base panel is the InSoFast UX 2.0 series, and the next level up is the InSoFast EXi 2.5 panel series. Both panels are made from Expanded Polystyrene foam that’s closed-cell, and injection-molded. The material resists fire, functions as a Class III barrier, and doesn’t degrade or release toxins.
The panels are non-bulky and lightweight at 2×4 feet and standardly designed for easy stackability and use.
The UX 2.0 panel is a great option for meeting base-level regulations. The R-value of 8.5 outperforms competitors that proclaim an R-value of 13. The panels have a 2” depth and exposed faces of embedded studs that create a rot-resistant frame. Drainage channels that minimize moisture and electrical raceways that facilitate electric wiring are also features of this panel option.
When your home’s climate calls for stronger insulation, InSoFast EXi 2.5 can deliver 20% stronger insulation due to its ½ inch greater thickness and closer connection. The R-10 energy efficiency outperforms competition with an R-value of 15.
An even greater insulating method available through InSoFast insulation panels is the InSoFast PLUS procedure. Layering rigid foam board atop a layer of InSoFast insulation panels increases the cumulative R-value. For example, an EXi 2.5 panel with an R-value of 10 used in combination with a rigid foam board with an R-value of 5 would provide a cumulative R-15 that would outperform competition with R-values greater than 20.
Call (888) 501-7899 for more information about the ultimate in high R-value insulation panels. We also provide a treasure trove of guidance and inspiration on our website. InSoFast insulation panels are an excellent option for those seeking superior performance along with affordability and multi-functionality.
