Wall Insulation and R-Values
Materials for insulating walls come in a variety of choices. Finding out the r-value your project needs and the installation options for that project will help you decide which type is appropriate for your home. You can simply ask your insulation contractor about the r-value and best type of insulation for your walls. An indicator of a material’s ability to insulate is its R-value. The amount of insulation increases as the number rises. Most residential buildings are made using 2-by-4 or 2-by-6 wall structures. 2-by-4 walls can have R-values of 11 to 15 when they are 3.5 inches thick, whereas 2-by-6 walls can have R-values of 19 to 21 when they are 5.5 inches thick with insulation.
Mineral Wool Insulation
Stone, minerals, glass, and industrial byproducts are combined, melted, and processed to form mineral wool insulation, a woven textile with tiny air holes. Mineral wool is frequently referred to by the trademarked name Rockwool. Rolls, batts, and blown-in shapes are all used for walls. R-values per inch range from 3 to 4.
Fiberglass Insulation
The most popular type of household insulation is fiberglass. Rolls, batts, and blown-in forms are all available for fiberglass wall insulation. R-value per inch of thickness ranges from 3.1 to 4.3. Rolls or batts of fiberglass insulation are not as effective as blown-in fiberglass insulation.
Foam Board Insulation
There are many various materials, thicknesses, and combinations that can be used to create rigid sheet panel insulation. Foam board insulation refers to all of them. They offer a wide range of R-values from 3 to 8 per inch and are often mounted against a wall surface.
Cellulose Insulation
The blown-in material known as cellulose insulation for walls is made of finely shredded paper goods. Typically, a large portion of it is made from recycled materials. An average r-value of 3.5 is provided for each inch of thickness.
If you wish to have effective insulation for your home in Altamonte Springs, FL, choose one of the above types of insulation. If you are looking for a trusted insulation contractor, know that you can always count on Bro Tech Insulation LLC. To know more about the services we have to offer, give us a call at (407) 544-6592.