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Fiberglass Panel Insulation
The most common type of insulation used in residential application is fiberglass. Some reasons for its popularity are its ease of installation and relatively low cost. One type of fiberglass insulation is panel insulation, which is a standard sized easily installed blanket that provides a high R value. These panels are pre-cut into pieces that will fit nicely into just about any standard sized wall opening without additional trimming.
The fluffy glass we know as fiberglass is made of real glass that has been melted and then spun into a cotton candy consistency. The heating process burns away any impurities in the glass, which results in a white fluffy finished product. To make the product easier to see fiberglass is usually tinted with either pink or yellow dye.
Fiberglass Panel Insulation for Homes
Would you be surprise to learn that almost half of your energy bills come as the result of either heating or cooling your home? When you think about how much you are spending to keep your home at a comfortable temperature you can see what a great investment insulation really is. Fiberglass panel insulation works by keeping the warm or cold air from escaping from your home, depending on the season.
There is usually a standard gap between the beams used for walls and ceiling in most homes. Panel insulation is cut to size for these standard gaps, so it can be easily installed without lots of trimming. Panel insulation is sold in a roll, and the only cut that usually needs to be made is to get the appropriate length.
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