Siding Insulation Products from
First, Who is Progressive Foam? Primary manufacturer of rigid foam insulation for vinyl siding products (since 1992). Inventors of laminated insulated vinyl siding Market driven; listen to our customers Have since diversified our product lines to include siding insulation solutions for all claddings.
What is Siding Insulation? Rigid expandable polystyrene (EPS) insulation Flat, shaped or contoured to fit the shape of the siding panel it is paired with. Installed behind the siding on site or laminated to some siding panels during the manufacturing process.
What Are Our Products? Contoured/shaped options for vinyl, fiber cement, composite wood, steel Fullback V for vinyl Fullback FC for fiber cement Fullback S for steel Linebacker for fiber cement & composite wood Universal options can be paired with any siding product Halfback H20 Pro Fold
9 Reasons to Insulate New Siding with Progressive Foam Siding Insulation
#1 Reduces Energy Consumption Adding siding insulation to the exterior of homes will: Add R-value and improve the thermal performance of the wall system Reduce thermal bridging Lower rates of infiltration and exfiltration
The Department of Energy Recommends Exterior Insulation! When new siding is to be installed, it is a good idea to consider adding thermal insulation under new siding. -U.S. Department of Energy
Exterior Insulation is Recommended Because it Works! Without before With after
#2 Manages Moisture Will not absorb moisture Sheds bulk water from outside the home Allows water vapor generated from inside the home to pass through Perm ratings up to 5.0 Works similar to GORE TEX
#3 Protects Against Pests PREVENTOL TM EPS protects against termites and is safe for installers and homeowners Contoured foam products provide additional protection, eliminating the space between the siding and the wall where pests can nest PREVENTOL TM treated EPS Borate treated EPS Untreated EPS
#4 Enhances Appearance Levels the wall under the siding, reducing wavy wall lines Contoured products also serve as installation guides and provide support to the panel, ensuring siding is installed perfectly Unsupported With Siding Insulation
#5 Creates a More Comfortable Home Maintain consistent temperatures throughout the home More comfortable indoor temperatures without adjusting the thermostat Quieter indoor environment
#6 May Qualify for Rebates/Tax Credits Rebates and/or tax incentives through federal, state, local governments, even utility companies! www.dsireusa.org
#7 Environmentally Friendly Made from natural resources and saves natural resources over time! The insulating foam recovers the energy used to make it in 50 days or less! Energy Recovery Table * Home Type Recovery Period 1964 1-story Home 5 days 1964 2-story Home 5 days 2010 1-story Home 50 days 2010 2-story Home 49 days The insulating foam recovers the carbon used to make it in 2.6 years or less! Carbon Recovery Table * Home Type Recovery Period 1964 1-story Home 85 days 1964 2-story Home 87 days 2010 1-story Home 2.6 years 2010 2-story Home 2.5 years
#8 Contributes to Green Programs Can contribute points to major Green Building Programs LEED Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (USGBC) NAHB National Association of Home Builders Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Energy Star for Homes Meets requirements for many prescriptive and performance based incentives offered by federal, state, and local governments and utilities
#9 Lifetime Warranty All Progressive Foam siding insulation products are covered by the strongest warranty in the industry Lifetime protection: energy savings, permeability and moisture absorption
Recap of 9 Benefits 1. 6. May Reduces qualify energy for rebates/tax consumption credits 2. 7. Environmentally Manages moisture friendly 8. 3. Contributes Protects against to Green pests 4. Enhances Programs appearance 5. 9. Lifetime Creates Warranty a more comfortable home
Fullback V for Vinyl Siding Laminated or drop-in Siding insulation can be laminated to vinyl to become insulated vinyl siding Insulated vinyl siding has additional benefits: increased strength, solid feel, wider profiles & darker colors Home Fullback V Fullback FC Fullback S Linebacker Halfback H20 ProFold
Fullback V: Durability Due to the flexibility of vinyl siding Impact resistance significantly greater than traditional vinyl siding Home Fullback V Linebacker Fullback FC Halfback H20 Fullback S ProFold 22
Fullback V: Appearance Curb Appeal Not this But this Unsupported With Siding Insulation Home Fullback V Linebacker Fullback FC Halfback H20 Fullback S ProFold 23
Fullback V: Appearance And Close Up Appeal Not this But this Home Fullback V Linebacker Fullback FC Halfback H20 Fullback S ProFold 24
Fullback V: Performance Wind Rating and Performance Can be approved for restrictive Coastal Zones Has been tested to sustain Category 5 Hurricane Winds Reduced damage from wind-blown debris Home Fullback V Linebacker Fullback FC Halfback H20 Fullback S ProFold 25
Fullback V: Environment Reduced Pollution Over Time Specifically Qualifies for Green Building Programs/Incentives Based on the Building for Economic and Environmental Sustainability (Bees) software Home Fullback V Linebacker Fullback FC Halfback H20 Fullback S ProFold 26
Halfback H20 Siding Insulation Universal siding insulation; flat face allows it to be installed with any siding product Moisture management grooves 16 stud markers; vertical shiplap edges Available in original and premium Home Fullback V Fullback FC Fullback S Linebacker Halfback H20 ProFold
Pro Fold Siding Insulation Fanfold universal siding insulation can be installed with any siding Perforated film facer on front, perforated reflective facer on back Only available in premium series Home Fullback V Fullback FC Fullback S Linebacker Halfback H20 ProFold
Questions? Home Fullback V Linebacker Fullback FC Halfback H20 Fullback S ProFold 43