Insulation – What Types Are Out There?

 Insulation  is the phenomenon of slowing down the flow of heat, electricity or sound.  Insulation  can be used both to prevent heat gain and heat loss from the surrounding. Most electrical appliances use  insulation  technology like Refrigerators, freezers and Heaters.  Insulation  should be installed in the areas between heated and non heated space.

One of the main applications of  insulation  is house  insulation . An insulated home is more energy efficient, requires less maintenance and is more comfortable as the temperature remains uniform over weather changes.  Insulation  at home helps in saving energy and reducing utility bills. It makes the house more comfortable.  Insulation  at home not only helps in keeping the house cool in summer and warm in winter but it also prevents damage from leaking water and provides a good thermal resistance.  Insulation  is very useful to keep the temperature of the house independent from outdoor temperature.

 Insulation  at home helps in saving energy and reducing utility bills. It makes the house more comfortable.  Insulation  at home not only helps in keeping the house cool in summer and warm in winters but it also prevents damage from leaking water and provides a good thermal resistance.  Insulation  is very useful to keep the temperature of the house independent from outdoor temperature.

There are many types of home  insulation  available. All the different types of  insulation  have their pros and cons. They are mainly differentiated based on the material used for the  insulation . They can be separated into Plastic foam, rigid board, reflective, loose fill, batts and blankets and blown in  insulation  etc.

Foam  insulation  is performed by pouring the liquid foam from a container. Foam  insulation  is a bit more expensive than batt and blanket  insulation . Foam  insulation  is convenient to install while constructing the house rather than going into already built structures. As the foam  insulation  used to be air tight , it is not generally recommended for attic  insulation .

Spray foam  insulation  is used to insulate the walls and ceilings do keep the house warmer during cold weather and to keep it cool in summer. Spray Foam  insulation  is a bit more expensive than Fiber glass  insulation . This type of  insulation  can reduce utility and repair bills as your house is naturally warmer and free from bugs due to the  insulation . Spray form  insulation  lasts longer than other types.

Ductwork  Insulation  is used to insulate ducts and hot and cold water supply pipes, water heaters and air conditioners etc. to control the temperature of air and water. It is not that expensive but can help in high energy and cost saving.

Attic  insulation  is a must in any house to have comfortable room temperature. A house should have an attic that has a room temperature close to the outdoor temperature. Attic  insulation  would not be adequate if there is not a sufficient amount of it or it has gotten wet or has become less effective due to gaps or damage in  insulation . The houses that have a warm surroundings and environment can have R38  insulation  while a house in a cold climate can have R49  insulation .