EPS/ Discussions

EPS绝缘和GPS绝缘有什么区别?

...EPSrigid foam insulation.EPSis typically rated at abou R4 per inch where GPS is typically rated as having R5 insulating value. Here is our page about choos...

Posted by Ronald Tetrault Feb. 3, 2021, 5:22 p.m. Insulation and soundproofing 1 Responses

What is the best way to insulate rim joists with EPS and batts?

...EPSpieces againt rim joists/cripple wall cavities and build it out toEPSmounted against foundation wall. 2) SingleEPSpieces flush against rim joist, hori...

Posted by Steve J 2019年7月18日下午3:53 Basements improvements 1 Responses

How thick should EPS foam insulation on basement walls be?

I'm researching about what type of rigid insulation to use when finishing my basement. I was on a website of anepsinsulation manufacturer and under their tec...

Posted by Derrick R March 17, 2021, 9:13 p.m. Insulation and soundproofing 3 Responses

Can Rockwool be installed over Type II EPS?

...EPS. Tyvek, siding. I intend to remove theEPS并在胶合板上安装一个自粘WRB。Since I have theEPSwill I create any problems if I re-install i...

Posted by Brian Bonnell 2020年3月30日上午11:04 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 Responses

Is EPS or XPS better for use in basement rim joists? Should faced or unfaced foam boards be used?

...EPS& XPS Foam Insulation & Styrofoam We always choose (and recommend)EPSover XPS due to the fact that XPS has much higher greenhouse gas emissions thanEPS...

Posted by Thomas Dispenza Sept. 8, 2019, 12:43 a.m. Basements improvements 6 Responses

Is it OK to put 1 inch of EPS under vinyl siding with no wall insulation?

...EPSunder floors. Walls have no insulation, siding is T-1-11 from the sixties would like to put 1 inchEPSunder vinyl siding. the building is pretty well bui...

Posted by Roger Smith Nov. 12, 2019, 6:34 a.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 7 Responses

Can you add exterior rigid foam insulation (e.g. EPS) with replacing windows?

We are contemplating an energy retrofit to several 1960's chalet style cabins in Northern VT. Budget matters and the windows of the cabins are in reasonably de...

Posted by Peter Milliken Nov. 9, 2020, 9:13 a.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 0 Responses

What is the best way to insulate a Multi-material wall?

...EPS? I am planning on insulating my Cold Room (area below my porch), similarly to the rest of my basement (2"EPS+stud/mineral wool batts) and condition it wi...

Posted by Steve J Sept. 29, 2020, 10:15 a.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 7 Responses

Legalett土工无源超级绝热板的防虫性能?

...EPS. Is that a danger? Among the many possible ways to protect against that doesn't involve insecticides that might leach into the soil is a copper foil sheath ...

Posted by James Burns April 30, 2020, 11:11 a.m. Slab on Grade 0 Responses

Can basement walls to dry to the inside with foam board?

I'm planning to install and seal 2 inchepsfoamboard to my basement foundation walls. From all of my reading it says that your basement foundation walls can o...

Posted by Tim Hanrahan Aug. 20, 2020, 12:34 a.m. Basements improvements 6 Responses

什么是隔离2x8墙的最好方法?

...eps可能是最好的使用,但不确定箔面是否会好,可能不透气…might be better to just doepsboard and buy attic foil to pu...

Posted by Michael Sweglar 2020年7月8日上午10:43 Wall assemblies - new construction 3 Responses

做农舍里诺最好的方法是加一条保温毯?

...EPSand then vertically strap for Rain screen and put vinyl or wood siding on top. My question is whether I should be removing the old plywood and asphalt sheat...

Posted by Barton Rowe Feb. 28, 2021, 1:27 p.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 2 Responses

What is the best way to insulate the basement of an old house?

...EPSthen bats. Thanks for your help! Bryan If you’ve read our basement articles then you know we thinkEPS和岩棉都是地下室的好选择…

Posted by Bryan Squirrell Jan. 14, 2020, 7:59 p.m. Basements improvements 1 Responses

What do I in my basement where new insulation meets old?

...EPS) How do address the areas where theEPSis adjacent to the old insulation? If I demo the laundry room and continue witheps, how do I address insulation...

Posted by Steve J July 20, 2019, 10:01 p.m. Basements improvements 2 Responses

What insulation should you use to cover the ground GEODESIC Dome?

...EPSrigid foam insulation are both suitable for below slabs, so I think you’re best with one of those.

Posted by Vincent Warwick Oct. 1, 2020, 2:09 p.m. Insulation and soundproofing 1 Responses

Halo Exterra rigid exterior insulation - has anyone work with it?

...EPS, correct? That's good to hear if so, that's not overkill at all. The thing aboutEPSinsulation, is that a 'little' on the outside (like 1 or 1.5 inches) ...

Posted by George Shannon Jan. 21, 2020, 3:39 p.m. Insulation and soundproofing 10 Responses

Which type of exterior insulation to use on a house?

...epsneeded to do this correctly . Once again, thank you very much for taking the time to read this and also hopefully provide some insight. To find the best...

Posted by Trevor Marshand May 26, 2020, 1:16 p.m. Insulation and soundproofing 1 Responses

Can you put foil covered foam panels inside a framed wall?

...EPS, but they also may be polyisocyanurate insulation. Do you know which they are? This page here can help you identify them as well as learn the characteristic...

Posted by William Mc Feb. 22, 2021, 12:38 p.m. Insulation and soundproofing 3 Responses