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Installing foam panel insulation, which is best?
Insulation and soundproofing

Rigid insulation panels: which ones to use for different applications

Polyisocyanurate (PIR), Extruded Polystyrene (XPS), Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) or Styrofoam? When building or renovating a high-performance building envelope there are really three main kinds of rigid foam panels you are going to have to choose from - Polyisocyanurate known as Polyiso (PIR), Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) ...

Roxul mineral wool batt insulation in LEED Homes
Insulation and soundproofing

Choosing the right insulation: the pros, cons and applications for walls, slabs & basements

...Polyisocyanurate insulation (or Polyiso) Method and form: commonly in 2x8 or 4x8 sheets with foil backing Polyisocyanurate insulation boards have some interesting quirks so be careful where you use it © Ecohome Performance: R6 - 6.5 and even higher are the claims of some producers, but independent researchers say it ...