Installing attic and wall insulation is an effective way to maintain comfortable temperatures in your home and conserve energy. While adding home insulation helps decrease your heating and cooling costs, you can save additional dollars by installing many types of insulation yourself. Find the right insulation roll or batting for your home from Reflectix, Owens-Corning and others today.
Benefits of Fiberglass Insulation
Fiberglass insulation is the most common insulation material, and is available in batting, rolls and as loose fill. Fiberglass insulation is non-combustible, electrically non-conductive, non-corrosive, mold and mildew resistant, and lowers noise pollution. This affordable, lightweight option is a solid insulation choice. Other insulation materials include foam, cellulose, mineral wool and foam.
Types of Insulation: Rolls, Reflective, Pipe, Batting and More
When shopping for house and garage door insulation, you can choose from a variety of types, including:
- Loose-fill insulation: Loose-fill insulation is blown or sprayed into place using an insulation-blowing machine. A professional will normally install it due to the special equipment involved.
- Insulation batt: Cut into blanket form for easy handling, insulation batt works best for unfinished walls, floors and ceilings and is installed in pieces.
- Insulation roll: Insulation rolls look like batting, but instead of being installed in pieces, they’re rolled out between wall and ceiling framing, limiting the number of gaps.
- Insulation board: These rigid insulation panels can be installed anywhere in the home.
- Reflective insulation:Also called radiant barrier insulation, this insulation reflects heat and tends to work best in hot climates. It works well as a wall insulation.
You can also find pipe insulation to winterize your home plumbing. Look for foam pipe insulation, pipe wrap, defroster and other essentials.
What Is Home Insulation vs. House Wrap?
Insulation and house wrap go hand in hand, but these essential construction materials serve different purposes. It’s important to know which type is best for your home’s needs.
- Home insulation helps regulate the temperature inside a home. It keeps heat from entering in the summer while ensuring it stays inside in the winter.
- House wrapis a protective barrier that covers studs and insulation. Its function is to prevent moisture from getting inside the home. When properly installed, house wrap can lower the likelihood of black mold growing.
The two can be used to complement each other well. Keeping the insulation dry helps improve its effectiveness, so you see more significant benefits in temperature control.
What is the R-Value in Insulation?
R-value is the measure of insulation’s resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the more effective home insulation is at climate control. This is determined by how thick and dense the insulation is, as well as the type of insulation you’re using.
What is Insulation Foam?
Foam insulation is found as spray foam or rigid foam boards. Spray foam is highly flexible and offers great insulation and moisture resistance. Rigid foam boards have good heat resistance, perfect for maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures. Look for these insulation types and more at Ace.
Shop Insulation Near You at Ace
From garage door insulation to reflective insulation and more, Ace has the building materials for your home project. If you’re not sure which type of insulation is right for you, shop insulation near you at your local Ace Hardware where our knowledgeable associates can steer you in the right direction.
You can also receive choice advice on replacing worn-out weather stripping around doors and windows or applying window film to windows that receive direct sunlight. Shop in-store or online today.
