Understanding Marketing Claims for Spray Foam Insulation

March 04, 2015

Like any other industry, marketing claims for spray foam insulation often go to the extreme. In general, product claims can be more confusing than informative. For example, what does it mean when an insulation product (or any product) is "green" or "eco-friendly" or...

Spray Foam Insulation - Special Equipment for a Special Install

March 03, 2015

For all intents, a successful spray foam application is dependent on a professional install. This is because the spray foam product and the application process are both dependent on the skill and proficiency of an expert. Spray foam is unique, and for maximum performance, the product preparation and...

Spray Foam Insulation - It's Become the Product-Of-Choice For the Home.

March 02, 2015

When it comes time to insulate, it's critical to choose an insulation product that suits the job. This premise applies equally for new home construction, renovations or retrofitting. When insulating the home, numerous decisions must be made, and it's best to be well informed - an informed...

Why Spray Foam Insulation Has Become the Contractor's Favourite

February 27, 2015

The use of spray foam insulation has grown dramatically in the last decade, mainly because customers are satisfied with the results. It's a unique product and a specialized install, so project success is essential. But with a product like spray foam, an experienced contractor can deliver...

Using Spray Foam Insulation to Effectively Insulate the Basement.

February 25, 2015

The fact that spray foam insulation is the best product available is reason enough to use it for the basement. The basement is a unique space, and it poses some specific challenges - spray foam addresses those challenges and provides effective solutions in one application. The fact is, even beyond...

Technical Properties of Spray Foam Insulation

February 24, 2015

The term "spray foam insulation" is commonly known throughout the industry as Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF). During an application, the spray foam product is delivered to the jobsite where it's mixed together according to the manufacturer's product specifications. The mixing...

Why Insulating the Attic is Essential and Important.

February 23, 2015

In North America, which is clearly a climate of temperature extremes, heating and cooling the home has become more and more expensive over the years. It's no wonder, then, that making improvements to home insulation has become so important. The fact is, enhanced insulation delivers significant...

Energy Efficient Homes - It's the Key to Energy Savings

February 20, 2015

We hear the buzzwords all the time - the energy efficient home. But what does it really mean? Energy efficiency (in a residential home or a building structure) is about the effective control of airflow, heated air, cooled air and moisture. Industry professionals refer to the indoor environment as a...

Spray Foam Insulation VS. Other Insulation Products

February 10, 2015

Spray foam insulation, also known throughout the industry as polyurethane foam, is regarded as the biggest advancement in energy efficient insulation in recent years.It's a state-of-the-art technology that delivers significant energy savings throughout the year, while providing an indoor living...

Getting a Better Understanding of Product Marketing Claims

February 03, 2015

When it comes to spray insulation, marketing terms like "green" or "eco-friendly" or "bio-based" can be more confusing than explanatory.The fact that this terminology has become marketing jargon rather than explicit product descriptions is already problematic.Rather...