How to measure a board foot
Knowing what a board foot is and how it applies to installing insulation could be confusing. You may not know that the measurement of spray foam insulation does not come in feet, meters, or even...
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What is Net Zero construction?
Much like Passive House and Active House building/construction, the concept of Net Zero is one that is popular when striving towards designing and constructing “green” buildings since it is an...
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Spray Foam Myths Debunked: Spray foam insulation is untested technology and should be avoided
Noise and myths about building materials can often leave architects, builders, code officials and building owners confused about the truth of spray foam insulation. “Spray foam insulation has high...
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Architect @ Work - Special Edition Podcast
Icynene is at the exclusive Architect@Work show in Toronto. This industry event, for architects, designers and specifiers, is popular throughout Europe & Asia.
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Can You Compare Spray Foam Insulation to Foam Board?
When you’re trying to decide between the many different insulation types available, you may happen upon foam board insulation and decide you have it made. It is, after all, a great insulation...
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How much does insulation cost for commercial construction?
The cost of commercial construction can, at times, impact how a commercial building is designed and built. The choice of materials, labor as well as the inclusion of unique design features can...
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Debunking the Myths about Spray Foam Insulation
Separate fact from fiction - debunk the myths of spray foam insulation
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What You Need to Know About Spray Foam Insulation
Spray Foam Insulation: The Essentials
Although spray foam insulation has been in use since the 1940s, primarily for aircraft, for the past 30 years, continual product innovation has seen the...
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Closed Cell Spray Foam in Action! Case Studies of closed-cell spray foam insulation
Real life projects that feature Icynene closed cell spray foam insulation
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How does insulation contribute to energy efficiency?
It’s commonly understood that insulation, whether it’s traditional fibreglass or modern spray foam insulation, provides thermal insulating value that helps keep building occupants comfortable. But...
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Top 5 LEED categories which spray foam insulation contributes towards in new construction
Lead by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the LEED certification program has quickly become the most widely recognized green design/building programs among architects and builders. The use...
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Icynene ProSeal and Icynene ProSeal Eco Closed Cell Spray Foam
Understand the characteristics of two popular Icynene spray foam products: Icynene ProSeal and Icynene ProSeal Eco.
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Moisture management in commercial construction – Identifying problems & solutions
The importance of moisture management in commercial construction
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How Icynene Can Help You Create a NetZero Home
You may have heard the term “NetZero home” as you search for ways to reduce your home’s environmental footprint and increase energy efficiency. However, did you know that using Icynene spray foam...
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The benefits of closed-cell spray foam in continuous insulation applications
he benefits of closed-cell spray foam in continuous insulation applications.
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