Insulation
The
impressive solid foam backer adds considerable insulating value
(R4 or 4.5) making CRANEBOARD one of the few siding products
to earn the coveted energy star rating.
The
ENERGY STAR®
program claims insulation that meets their criteria will:
CRANEBOARD's
rigid SOLIDCORE backing bridges defects in walls creating a
straighter, smoother surface. The foam is also insect and fire
treated. Because of design, Craneboard has 50% fewer seams than
standard vinyl siding. It also is 300% more impact resistant
than standard siding. CRANEBOARD SOLID CORE siding is one of
the only products available that is energy star rated, providing
at least four times the R-Value of most other siding products.
The added insulation provides rigidity, sound deadening, more
even heat distribution throughout the home by eliminating many
cold spots, and the added insulation saves you money in heating
costs. The thick foam literally provides an insulating blanket
(envelope)for your home keeping you warmer in the winter and
cooler in the summer.The foam expansion rate of the foam is
virtually identical to that of the vinyl siding (within .01
of each other I believe)so you do not have to worry about delamination
between the vinyl panel and the insulation board. And the foam
is fire and insect treated! It is definitely a very well thought
out insulating system.
Insulation
and Your Home Envelope
(CRANEBOARD
has earned the prestigious ENERGY STAR rating. Its' thick foam
makes your home envelope more energy efficient. Other foam sheathing
will also improve your homes "envelope")
What
is my home envelope?
Your home consists of two primary systems
that work together to provide comfort and shelter. Your home's
heating and cooling system maintains comfortable indoor temperatures.
Your home's envelope helps hold in comfortable indoor temperatures
and provides shelter from exterior elements. The home envelope
is the combination of materials that surround the interior space
you live in including walls, floors, ceiling, roof, windows,
and doors. The quality and integrity of your home's envelope
greatly affects the comfort and cost to operate your home.
How do you
control moisture behind the foam?
Moisture
control is very important in the Northwest. Visit
our page on how to control moisture.
