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The term R
value is used to describe the ability of an
insulation product to prevent heat transfer, the
insulation will function more effectively the
higher its R value.
Insulation with a high R values will help to
keep the heat in your home and save you money on
your energy costs. You will see the most benefit
from high R value insulation in cold climates,
as it is the most effective insulation at
preventing heat loss. The term R value is used
to describe the ability of an insulation product
to prevent heat transfer, the insulation will
function more effectively the higher its R
value.
Different climates will have different R value
requirements, and therefore need different
insulation products. You will not need a high R
value product if you live in a very warm
climate. Besides R value another important
consideration when choosing insulation is its
ability to reduce air leaks.
Construction of both residential and commercial
structures regularly utilizes three separate
types of high R value insulation. The most
common type of insulation used in residential
applications is of fiberglass insulation
blankets, which are often sold in width perfect
for fitting into the space between beams.
Blow in insulation is used for areas where
accessibility is difficult, such as eaves and
irregular crawl spaces. With this type of
insulation small pieces of fiber are literally
blown into the space using specialized
equipment. To help protect against settling,
which could lesson its effectiveness, many of
the blow in products are coated with a special
adhesive.
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