IntegraFill
Open-Cell Spray Foam Insulation
FOR YOUR NEW HOME
GET EXCITED ABOUT YOUR INSULATION
Did you know that the insulation you choose
for your new residence should contribute to the
durability, energy efficiency, comfort, health and
safety of your home?
Most homebuyers get excited about selecting new appliances, counter tops, landscaping and other aesthetic items but rarely consider the variety of insulation materials available to the construction industry. With the rising cost of energy, and a focus on health and environmental issues, architects and builders are recommending insulation materials that add signifi cant performance value to construction projects. Open-cell spray foam is at the top of the recommended insulation materials list.
IntegraFill insulation is part of the IntegraFoam
Spray Foam Insulation System™. The structure of the
spray foam is referred to as “open-cell” because air
is trapped in small cavities that expand 120 times its
initial volume, fi lling the building envelope with an
insulation R-value of 3.6 per inch. The spray-applied
foam forms an air seal that prevents air leaks and
greatly reduces noise transmission through walls.
Consumer Price Index - % Change from 2002
LOWER UTILITY BILLS
More than 40% of the energy consumed in a typical
household goes to heating and cooling. IntegraFill
insulation is a continuous air barrier system—when
properly installed, the open-cell insulation
prevents the conditioned air from escaping through
building voids. Minimizing air leakage reduces
HVAC equipment energy consumption, which
powers utility bills.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Average Price Data www.bls.gov
IMPROVED COMFORT
Radiant heat transfer between our bodies and
surrounding indoor surfaces contribute to the
physical comfort in a home. Heat can transfer by
radiation into a wall and across the open-cell
insulation. However, because the insulation is
essentially joining walls at the same temperature,
heat transfer by radiation is practically nonexistent.
This helps to maintain an indoor temperature that
improves occupant comfort.
ADDED RESALE VALUE
Polyurethane insulation offers impressive benefi ts as
an alternative to traditional insulation materials. For
example, IntegraFill reduces air infi ltration, which
lowers heating and cooling costs, and reduces the
level of air-borne pollen, dust, and allergens from
outside the home. In addition, IntegraFill decreases
the amount of moist air that leaks through the
house, minimizing the opportunity for mold and
mildew growth on or inside walls and ceilings.
These benefits can translate into a higher resale
value of your home.
Consider these facts before you settle
for conventional insulation materials:
IntegraFill open-cell insulation is environmentally
safe, fit for your budget, and can improve the overall
performance of your home. Take an active role in the
construction of your home by requesting IntegraFill
open-cell spray foam to insulate your most valuable
asset. Contact an IDI Representative today to learn
how to request IntegraFill through your builder or
for a list of recommended spray foam insulation
contractors in your area.
FOR RESIDENTIAL BUILDERS
A DEMAND FOR BETTER PRODUCTS
Building envelopes with increased insulation levels
are becoming standard practice. Homebuyers are
increasingly involved in the selection of building
products used to construct their homes. The rising
cost of energy, and the discomfort associated with allergies, asthma, mold and noise pollution have created a demand for products that exceed traditional
insulation performance.
IntegraFill insulation is a product of the IntegraFoam Spray Foam Insulation Systems™ and plays multiple roles to improve the performance of the building envelope. IntegraFill’s open-cell spray foam technology expands 120 times its initial volume, sealing all voids, gaps and crevices. Spray polyurethane open-cell insulation is the perfect fi t to fi ll cavities of any shape, providing a continuous, protective air barrier that practically eliminates air leakage.
A recent survey of 1,000 respondents showed that homebuyers are willing to make an additional investment to build a home that performs better. Spray foam insulation adds signifi cant value to each of the survey categories.
MEASURING R-VALUE (Resistance to Heat Flow)
Insulation R-value ratings can be misleading. Small
voids in irregular framing and gaps within the wall
cavity between fi berglass batt and framing of only 1
to 2% can lower the effective R-value by 25– 40%.
Conventional R-value tests easure conduction,
which is heat transfer between surfaces in direct
contact. The cellular structure of IntegraFill is a 
poor
conductor of heat, which gives rise to high R-values.
Radiation is the transfer of heat from one object to
another by means of invisible infrared waves. People
in a room at 72°F air temperature may feel cold
if the walls are at 50°F. Conversely, they may feel
uncomfortably warm if the walls are at 85°F, even
though the air temperature is the same in both cases.
Once again, the cellular structure of spray foam
signifi cantly reduces heat transfer by radiation effects.
IntegraFill insulation maintains its R-value of 3.6 per
inch because it does not shrink, sag or settle over
time. When properly installed, it adheres to a variety
of substrates and fi lls gaps and cracks that lead to air
and heat transfer.
REDUCE ENERGY CONSUMPTION
THROUGH AIR CONTROL
Air moves in and out of a home through every hole,
crack and seam. Approximately one third of air
infiltrates through ceiling, walls and fl oor openings.
The Department of Energy reports that heating and
cooling (space conditioning) account for 40–60%
of the energy used in the average American home.
IntegraFill open-cell insulation helps to maintain a
comfortable indoor climate while using less energy.
The application eliminates unwanted air and heat
exchange and decreases the amount of moist air
that leaks through the house, reducing the adverse
effects of mold and mildew growth on or inside
walls and ceilings.
Source: Department of Energy:
www.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/air_leaks.html
HOW TO GET STARTED
Stand out from conventional homebuilders by
adding IntegraFill open-cell spray polyurethane foam
insulation to your construction project. Contact your
Regional Representative for a list of recommended
spray foam insulation contractors, building
specifi cations, or additional product information.
Contact Foam Factor Spray Foam Insulation to learn more about
how choosing
the right insulation can make a difference.
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