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Old and In the Way

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1. You can get insulation from Corning up to R-38

Reply to LaydeeBug (Original post)

Thu Feb 9, 2012, 01:17 AM

Feb 2012

Here's a link to the products. There's a lot of good info on how to use and apply it, best applications, etc.
http://insulation.owenscorning.com/homeowners/renovation/products/

Obviously, your choice depends on space available (4" / 6" / 8&quot , where it's used (exterior walls, attic), your budget, etc.

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Best insulation to use considering R-factor? [View all] LaydeeBug Feb 2012 OP

You can get insulation from Corning up to R-38 Old and In the Way Feb 2012 #1

Where do you plan on having it installed? Attic? Hassin Bin Sober Feb 2012 #2

R-4? You would be better served buying a down jacket! OffWithTheirHeads Feb 2012 #3

R-rating for foam is generally by the inch randr Feb 2012 #4

The highest R-value comes from closed-cell spray foam jeff47 Feb 2012 #5