Icynene Comparison Video

Icynene Spray Foam Stops Air Leakage

Spray Foam
  • Spray foam insulation is like a warm windbreaker jacket — it stops the cold air from passing through.

Other Materials
  • Fiberglass and cellulose insulation are like a wool sweater – if there’s any breeze, it doesn’t keep you warm. Even if they’re very thick to give an extremely high R-value, they’ll still let air leak out and increase your energy bill.

Spray Foam is a Modern Material

Spray Foam
  • Spray foam insulation is a modern material that’s been used for over 30 years.

Other Materials
  • Fiberglass is an old technology, and cellulose is little more than shredded newspaper. So modern types of insulation are becoming more popular.

Spray Foam Fills Gaps

Spray Foam
  • Spray foam insulation expands up to 100 times to fill gaps — ensuring maximum insulation.

Other Materials
  • Fiberglass and cellulose are extremely difficult to install perfectly - the spaces that are left add up to the size of a basketball in the average home - leaking enough air to fill two blimps each day!

Icynene Spray Foam Protects Your Home From Water

Spray Foam
  • Many open cell spray foam (such as Icynene LD-C-50) drains water rather than holding it, and most closed cell spray foam doesn't let it in at all.

Other Materials
  • Cellulose is made from shredded newspaper, and drinks up water. Fiberglass batts and cellulose don’t repel water - the water stays in place and may damage your building as well as reducing how well the insulation works. This is one of the leading contributors to mold development - and it also decreases R-values, meaning you spend more on energy.

Spray Foam Stays in Place

Spray Foam
  • Spray foam stays in place – it doesn’t settle or sag, vertically or horizontally. It moves with the house as it settles. Spray foam insulation is completely solid when it sets, doesn’t produce any dust, and doesn't let dust or other pollutants pass through to your home.

Other Materials
  • Fiberglass and cellulose settle and sag over time, leaving gaps that compromise insulation. Fiberglass and cellulose can be dusty and allow dust and other pollutants to enter the building.

Icynene Spray Foam is Healthier

Spray Foam
  • Many spray foams (such as Icynene LD-C-50) don’t contain formaldehyde, HCFCs, HFAs, or HFCs, and doesn't give off harmful emissions once installed.

Other Materials
  • Most fiberglass contains formaldehyde and may emit formaldehyde fumes into your home.

Spray Foam Doesn't Attract Pests

Spray Foam
  • Many spray foams do not provide a source of food for rodents, termites or other nasty critters. They also doesn't make for good nests.

Other Materials
  • Fiberglass and cellulose can be torn apart by pests, and some even use them for nesting.

Spray Foam Isn't Easily Damaged

Spray Foam
  • Spray foams harden to a dense material that isn't easily damaged.

Other Materials
  • Exposed fiberglass and cellulose are easily damaged - insulation in areas such as basements and attics may be compromised by cats, children, moving boxes around, and other general usage.

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