Expanded Polystyrene Insulated Sheathing

Various expanded polystyrene eps sheathing products are available depending on the intended application.

Expanded polystyrene insulated sheathing.

Ica sheath is a laminated insulation board with an expanded polystyrene eps core. Polyiso consists of a uniform closed cell polyisocyanurate foam core and provides one of the highest r values per inch of any rigid insulation. It is a highly flexible and cost effective product that can be used for above grade and below grade interior applications in residential or. Expanded polystyrene holds 100 of its r value over the life of the product making it one of the most ideal products to insulate with.

Expanded polystyrene eps extruded polystyrene xps and polyisocyanurate polyiso. Rigid insulation provides thermal protection and it can also serve as an air and moisture barrier. Poly shield is made of cellofoam expanded polystyrene eps rigid insulation faced with a tough poly laminate or a reflective foil facer. Easy to cut with a utility knife or hot wire.

The boards are available in several thicknesses and r values. The standard density is 1. When a radiant barrier is combined with dead air space it can actually add to the wall assembly s insulation value. There are three primary types of rigid insulation.

If a reflective surface is not desired poly laminate can be ordered on both sides. Insulated structural sheathing iss from kott combines the strength of structural sheathing with the thermal performance of rigid insulation in one easy to install product. Each of these products all has a different set of physical properties that will affect the dynamic of the wall assemblies in regards. Expanded polystyrene eps manufacturers use reflective aluminum foil to increase the resistance of radiant heat absorption.

Iss is a structural sheathing product with a layer of expanded polystyrene eps foam on the inside. 1 inch and 2 inch thicknesses are common. There are three main types of insulating sheathing currently being used in the industry. Great for above or below grade applications.

The strength of ica sheath provides a high degree of protection while enhancing the performance of your home s existing insulation. Expanded polystyrene eps extruded polystyrene xps and polyisocyanurate polyiso. It can be laminated with clear or metalized polypropylene film. Other densities up to 3 pcf and thicknesses up to 4 are also available.