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Title
In Search of the Perfect Roof Insulation
Date
1/1992
Author(s)
Page(s)
6-7
Keyword(s)
insulation; rigid board; insulating board; generic; composite board; selection criteria; thermal value; standards
Abstract
Choosing the right insulatoin for a job is not an easy chore. Not only are there a wide variety of product options but you are dealing with a material that demands a high level of performance from both the consumer and designer alike. Just what characteristics would the perfect insulation possess? This article will give you some basic knowledge and an update on the product types available. We offer the latest information on roof board insulation along with a review of the basic types, values and standards.


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