Open-Cell Foam Insulation

Open-cell foam is an insulation that weds building science technology with design performance. It's soft, it sprays into place, it's lightweight, and it acts both as insulation and as an air barrier, providing superior control of air leakage.

Open-Cell Foam Is Both An Insulator & An Air Barrier

Not only do open-cell foam products work as insulation, they also work as effective air barrier materials to optimize airtightness. Unlike conventional insulation products that allow air to move in and out of your home, open-cell foam insulation is applied as a liquid and expands, sealing all gaps and crevices that can compromise airtightness. Open-cell foam insulates and seals cavities of any shape, providing a continuous, protective barrier that virtually eliminates air leakage.

Open-Cell Foam Insulation Protects Your Family's Health

Open-cell foam is water-based, non-toxic, odorless, and formaldehyde-free, and has been designed to help create an exceptionally healthy indoor environment. By completely sealing the home, open-cell foam prevents allergens, dust, and mold spores from entering, and it isn't made up of fibers that could enter your air supply. With asthma rates on the rise, as a homeowner you can take comfort in knowing that open-cell foam insulation products are classified as Low Emitting Materials, and therefore do not bleed dangerous or irritating chemicals into your home.

Open-Cell Foam Eliminates the Chimney Effect

Another important application of spray foam insulation is insulating the rim joists in your home. Outside air drawn in through basement leaks is exacerbated by the chimney effect created by leaks in the attic. As hot air generated by the furnace rises up through the house and into the attic through leaks, cold outside air gets drawn in through basement leaks to replace the displaced air. This makes a home feel drafty and contributes to higher energy bills. After sealing attic air leaks, have your WeatherGard installers complete the job by sealing basement leaks with open-cell foam insulation, and stop the chimney effect.

Open-Cell Foam Insulation Offers Excellent Sound Control

Traffic, neighborhood activities, and plumbing runs can create annoying sounds — these unwanted noises often invade living spaces. These sounds most commonly travel through the air. By providing a complete seal, open-cell foam effectively minimizes unwanted sound, and is even suitable for dampening noises emitted by home theater systems.