Why R-value is Important for Foam Board Insulation
Why R-value is Important for Foam Board Insulation. R-values are a key metric used to assess insulation products. But what exactly do they measure? And why are they important? In this post, we’ll find out what R-values are, why they’re crucial to the homes we build, and how various insulation products compare in R-values. […]
How Do You Protect Foam Board Insulation From Termites and Ants?
HOW DO YOU PROTECT FOAM BOARD INSULATION FROM TERMITES AND ANTS? For above-grade applications, it is best to protect Halo Exterra foam board insulation from termites and ants by using bug screens. For Below grade applications, Halo Subterra foam board can be purchased from participating plants with a termite-resistant additive. Termite Area Map Exterra is the Halo foam […]
Will Two Layers of Exterra Still Be Permeable?
WILL 2 LAYERS OF EXTERRA STILL BE PERMEABLE? No. Two layers of Exterra will not meet the minimum requirement of being “permeable”, which is 60 ng/Pa-s-m2, or 1 perm. A single layer of Exterra maintains it’s breathability up to a maximum thickness of 2” (71 ng/Pa-s-m2 or 1.2 perms at 2”). Exterra panels are laminated […]
How Halo Helps You Build Healthy, Comfortable Homes
Learn how Halo helps optimize a home’s envelope through proper moisture control, airtightness, an effective barrier to radon, and low-VOC building materials. This Advanced Graphite Insulation System is a spectacular product for building healthy, comfortable environments.
Is Foam Board Insulation Sustainable?
Is Foam Board Insulation Sustainable? Yes, all foam board insulations are sustainable to some degree because they all help to reduce the heating and cooling loads of homes and buildings. As most heating and cooling fuel sources are currently carbon-based, these energy savings, in turn, will reduce “Operating Carbon Emissions.” However, a wide range of […]
No, We’re Not Type 4 XPS
Why Halo’s 16 PSI Subterra Plus Is the Better Alternative for Your Project Whether you’re a builder or an architect, you know that some products have a way of making it into specs and turning up in project after project. Often this can happen with no code requirement or any actual edge over other products. […]
Can I Use Foam Board Insulation With Batt Insulation?
Can I Use Foam Board Insulation With Batt Insulation? Yes, foam board insulation is an excellent complement to batt insulation. Foam board insulation can add insulation and eliminate thermal bridging when used in wall and ceiling assemblies insulated with batts. It can potentially replace the vapor barrier and house wrap as well. Here are four […]
The 3 Surprising Ways Halo Exterra Adds Thermal Performance and Reduces Energy Loss
Here are the three separate ways Halo Exterra foam board insulation works to reduce energy loss. You might be surprised by what you learn. 1. Exterra Provides a Long-Lasting R-Value That’s Actually Higher Than XPS Over Time Halo Exterra’s graphite polystyrene (GPS) foam core has a unique feature – the graphite particles that […]
Here’s What You Need to Know About Foam Board Insulation
Unless you’re a construction pro, you may be forgiven for thinking that all insulation products are made equal. They’re not. In this post, we discuss the many uses and benefits of foam board insulation: a strikingly handy, high-performance product. Read on to find out more! What Is Foam Board Insulation? Also known as […]
How-To Save These 8 Construction Steps When Building With Foam Board Insulation
Highly insulated building envelope assemblies can be complex, involve a number of layers and often take a while to construct. Of course, Halo foam board insulation products add thermal performance, but did you know that building with Halo can also help you build quicker and more efficiently? In this post, we will discuss the Halo’s […]
