Rigid Board Insulation

Rigid Board Insulation Benefits

Rigid board insulation provides a number of benefits to metal building insulation projects, including the ability to be used in a wide range of applications, ease of application and a high-performing thermal barrier.

Used for a Wide Range of Above and Below Grade Applications

Rigid board insulation can be used in your metal building project in a wide range of applications, which makes it a very useful form of insulation. Beyond metal buildings, rigid board insulation can also be used for any construction type for these purposes. If you need help figuring out if rigid board insulation is right for your project, contact your local team today.

Ease of Application

Being a form of continuous insulation, rigid board insulation is both lightweight and easy to apply for whatever application you’re using it for in your metal building project. If ease of installation is important to you, rigid board is a cost-effective, easy installation choice for roofs, walls, and below grade.

Excellent Thermal Barrier

Since rigid board insulation is a continuous form of insulation, it provides a continuous thermal barrier. You can trust rigid board insulation to keep vapors out, eliminate mold build up, and increase energy efficiency in a metal building. Plus, it eliminates thermal bridging. Expect rigid board to be an aid in providing measurable energy savings in your metal building project.

Common Rigid Board Insulation Questions

Our Service Partners team gets a number of questions about rigid board insulation. Review the answers below and get in touch with us if you have any additional questions.

What Is Insulation Facing?

Insulation products are available both faced and unfaced. If an insulation product is faced, it has an additional layer on one side that is usually made with paper or plastic. This extra layer helps keep elements like moisture and heat out, preventing mold build up, increasing energy efficiency and reducing damage to construction over time.

Where in a Building Is Rigid Board Insulation Normally Used?

Rigid board insulation is widely used in below and above grade applications, such as roofs, walls, floors and more, in both residential and commercial projects, including metal buildings. It can be utilized in any climate zone and construction type. To get help finding the right rigid board insulation product for your application, contact us today.

What Are the R-Values for Rigid Board Insulation?

Rigid boards provide R-values ranging from R-3.2 per inch to R-7 per inch and have a variety of thicknesses. To determine the thickness that needs to be installed, it’s important to know the recommended R-value for your area. The higher the R-value for your area, the thicker the insulation needs to be.

In What Geographies Can Rigid Board Insulation Be Used?

Rigid board insulation is a lightweight, easy-to-use form of continuous insulation that provides a number of benefits to a wide range of geographies. No matter if you live in a high heat, cold, or humid environment, rigid board insulation is a great choice for your metal building’s walls, roof, and floors. It helps improve energy efficiency at a low cost.

Can Rigid Board Insulation Be Used in Residential or Commercial Construction?

Rigid board insulation is utilized in both residential and commercial construction, including metal buildings. Different forms of rigid board insulation are best suited for different applications and construction types. To figure out which rigid board insulation is most beneficial for your application and project, our team members are here to help. Contact us today!