Have you been looking for continuous insulation for your home and run across the term “R-value”? The experts at InSoFast explain the term and describe how our patented and patent-pending panels can improve the energy efficiency, durability and overall performance of your interior and exterior wall assemblies.
InSoFast, LLC, established in 2006, manufactures closed-cell, injection-molded EPS foam insulation panels at facilities in Idaho, Massachusetts and Minnesota. They have become the preferred DIY insulation method and can be shipped free of charge to project sites across the continental U.S.
What is R-Value?
The purpose of insulation is to stop the flow of heat out of your home and keep it inside to warm the home in winter. R-value is the measurement of its ability to resist thermal (heat) transfer. The R-value depends on the type of insulation, its thickness, and its density.
The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power, which means warm air inside your home will take longer to bleed through walls or ceilings, helping to maintain a constant temperature. If you live in a cold climate, you will want insulation with a higher R-value.
High R-value alone, however, will not meet your needs if small gaps and fissures in your building materials allow heat to escape. It’s important to ensure that the space is fully filled with insulation in order for your home to be energy efficient during the winter months.
Why Choose InSoFast Insulation Panels?
With traditional fiberglass and wood framing, each wood stud represents a thermal short circuit where moisture-filled, heat-transferring air can pass through the barrier. The stud area accounts for 15% to 25% of the wall surface and significantly reduces the R-value of the fiberglass.
InSoFast panels feature integrated, non-conductive polypropylene studs that are encapsulated by the insulating material, eliminating the potential for thermal bridging to occur. The interlocking grooves create a tight seal at the intersection of each panel. The tongue-and-groove connections within InSoFast panels allow them to be installed with no gaps.
The InSoFast UX 2.0 panel is 2-inches thick with a flat surface that exposes the face of the embedded studs. The continuous R-value of 8.5 outperforms traditionally framed R-13 batt walls. The UX 2.0 panel is sufficient for most interior applications.
The InSoFast EXi 2.5 panel (with electrical raceways) and the InSoFast EXe 2.5 panel (without electrical raceways) are 2 ½-inches thick. Both sides feature ORSC, Section R703.1.1-approved rain screen and drainage technology on both sides. Their continuous R-value of 10 outperforms traditionally framed R-15 batt walls.
It’s easy to increase your R-Value beyond R-10 code minimums while maintaining the engineered benefits of continuous InSoFast panels. Use either UX 2.0 or EX 2.5 panels over the base panels to develop an InSoFast PLUS wall, which gives you the ability to go from R-8.5 to R-21.
InSoFast is an insulation expert! Call us today at (888) 501-7899 or contact us online to learn more about R-value, about our continuous insulation products, and find out how to insulate your interior and exterior walls. We’re always happy to answer any questions you may have!
