Spray Foam Insulation

Spray Foam Insulation Experts Servicing Kentucky & Tennessee
Including  Lexington & Knoxville Areas

OPEN CELL/CLOSED CELL INSULATION

Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) is a widely used and widely accepted method of providing insulation for a broad range of applications, from refrigerator interiors to attics and crawlspaces. The benefits of a spray foam, as opposed to other types of insulation, include quick application, dexterity in hard to read spots and generally robust resistance to diverse environmental conditions. 

There are two primary types of (SPF), known as open cell and closed cell. They differ in densities and other aspects that can be beneficial or detrimental in a given application.

Open & Closed Cell SPF Comparison

OPEN CELL SPRAY FOAMCLOSED CELL SPRAY FOAM
Spray In Insulation and Air Barrier MaterialYESYES
Vapor BarrierYES
Vader PermeabilityYESYES
Structural ReinforcementYES
Able to Deflect Water and Reject Bulk WaterYES
Able to Accommodate Seasonal ShiftingYESYES
Cannot Sustain MoldYESYes
R-Value (at 1'')*3.77
Blowing AgentWaterChemical / Water
SustainabilityInteriorInterior / Exterior
Sound DampeningYES
Cost$$$$

Advantages to Spray Foam Insulation

  • Closed-cell spray foam is 100% waterproof
  • Fills hard-to-reach or irregular areas
  • Air-seals insulated area in one step
  • Stops hot or cold air from escaping home
  • Won’t settle or droop, ensuring continual performance.