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But because foam itself is resistant to water vapor, it may be possible to omit this added step. The question of whether to install a separate vapor retarder will depend partly on the specific foam you choose and partly on your local building inspector. Tiny bubbles. Dense foams have whats known as a closed-cell structure, which means that the gas bubbles that form during the application process remain permanently locked into the cured foam.
| Attic Insulation Facts Insulate crawl space walls only if crawl space is dry all year, the floor above is not insulated and all ventilation to crawl space is blocked. Formaldehyde, which was used as a binding agent in the foam, outgassed from the walls, causing a host of health problems ranging from sore throats to skin rashes. Consult a licensed heating contractor, and have him install an automatic flue damper that closes when the flame has been out long enough to exhaust combustion gasses but keeps clean warm air from being lost up your flue. See also Metal Building Insulation, and pages related to Attic Insulation. |