Spray foam insulation is becoming a more common product used by homeowners looking to save money and improve the efficiency of their homes. However, many people aren’t sure exactly what it is, how it works, or even where it comes from.
spray foam insulation is made up of 2 liquid chemical components that undergo a chemical reaction to create plastic foam, commonly referred to as the A-Side and the B-Side. The A-Side is made from polyol blends and the B-Side is made from isocyanate. Both chemicals are mixed together and sprayed onto the intended area where they will expand and harden, creating an insulating layer of foam.
The resulting foam can be used in walls, roofs, and foundations to provide a thermal separation between the exterior environment and the interior of the house. This allows for low exterior air leakage, leading to energy savings and a more comfortable indoor temperature.
The Benefits of Spray Foam Insulation from 316 Insulation
While the resulting insulation does not contain any hazardous materials once it has cured, during the process of applying and curing, it will release gases that can cause blurred vision and difficulty breathing. For this reason, it is important to use protective equipment such as masks and face shields when working with spray foam.
It is also important to note that the spray foam products we use are free of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), as well as containing only low-GWP blowing agents such as water or carbon dioxide. This is a significant improvement from other spray foam brands which are made from HFCs, which have a higher GWP and are 3,400 times more potent at speeding up climate change than CO2.
316 Insulation of Tacoma
3010 N 27th St Tacoma WA 98407
253-201-2962