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Why Fall is a Great Time for Spray Foam Installation
Why Fall is a Great Time for Spray Foam Installation As the vibrant colors of summer give way to the crispness of autumn, many homeowners start preparing their homes for the cooler months ahead. One essential task to consider during this transition is insulating your...
Why Spray Foam is Great for Metal Buildings
Why Spray Foam is Great for Metal Buildings: A Beginner's Guide Metal buildings are incredibly versatile and popular for a variety of uses, from workshops and garages to barns and storage units. However, metal structures can have some unique challenges when it comes...
Rim Joists and Their Importance in Home Insulation
What is a Rim Joist? A rim joist, also known as a band joist or header, is a critical component of a house's structural framing. It forms the perimeter of the floor framing and provides support to the joists that run across the floor. Rim joists are located on the...
Fast Rise Vs. Slow Rise Foam
Fast Rise Vs. Slow Rise Foam One of the options you may have available to you for your project is “slow rise” foam. You may notice that there is not an option to select “fast rise” foam, and that’s because fast rising foam is standard. As the names imply, the...
Why Choose Foam It Green
Why choose Foam it Green kits over another spray foam kit on the market? We have green indicator foam. Yellow-plus-blue-equals-green foam to be specific. That way you know you have the right mix the whole way through your project, minimizing waste. With every other...
What are the 4 types of foam kits available?
Choosing the right kit for your project Spray foam can generally be purchased in three main density categories, with the standard density also being available as fast rising or slow rising. Some of them are referred to with a few different names, so it can get...
How to Get the Most Out of a Spray Foam Kit
How to Get the Most Out of a Spray Foam Kit As you know, the number of a Foam it Green kit corresponds to how many board feet it can cover when used correctly under optimal conditions. So, the Foam it Green 602 can cover 602 board feet, or 602 squared feet at a cured...
Calculations and Coverage
Calculations and Coverage Calculating the amount of foam you might need for your project can be challenging. There are many factors to consider prior to even doing the math, such as what R value you may be targeting or even just knowing what solution you are trying to...
What are the Different Densities of Foam?
What are the different densities of foam? Spray foam can generally be purchased in three main density categories. Some of them are referred to with a few different names, so it can get confusing to know which one is the best choice for your project. Foam it Green is...
Open Cell vs Closed Cell Foam
Open Cell Vs. Closed Cell Foam There are many different types of spray foam intended for a variety of uses. In general though, foam’s best quality is its ability to fill in gaps and expand, creating an airtight seal. That air stopping quality can be ideal for...