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PINK® INSULATIONFIBER GLASS & FOAMa guide to home insulation

and noise control

Page

Who we are 1

The Owens Corning System Thinking™ Home 3

The PINK® Thermal Wall 5

The QuietZone® Noise Control System 7

Essential issues to home insulation 8

Thermal Performance 8

Air Infiltration 8

Moisture Control/Ventilation 8

Questions & Answers 10

How to calculate how much insulation you need 13

What tools will you need? 14

Recommended R-values for your projects 15

How to insulate your attic 16

Adding insulation to an attic 19

The uninsulated attic 21

The finished attic 23

Cathedral ceilings and flat roofs 25

How to insulate your exterior walls 26

Basic wall insulation 28

Extra insulating power 29

How to insulate your basement walls 32

With fiber glass batt insulation 35

With rigid foam insulation 36

How to insulate your crawl space 38

How to insulate your floors 41

Over unheated areas 43

Concrete basement floors 44

How to control noise in your home 45

How to save even more energy 49

Small insulation projects 51

Environmental choices 52

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ore than bricks and mortar, every

home represents a multitude of

interconnected parts. From the foundation to

rooftop, however, every home is more than the

sum of those parts – it is a system.

Owens Corning System ThinkingTM is about

getting the most from your home insulation

products, and that means having them work

together . Take our

PINK® Thermal Wall

for example. It features

CodeBordTM Extruded

Polystyrene Insulation

in combination with

PINK® Insulation batts

and FoamSealRTM Sill

Gasket in a 2x6 or 2x4

wall assembly.

CodeBordTM takes care of the outside by

covering the entire exterior frame, even the studs,

through which most heat escapes in traditional

wood sheathing wall assemblies.The inside of the

wall is insulated with our tried and true PINK®

batts, with FoamSealRTM Sill Gasket filling any

cracks and holes, inside and out. Together they

provide a more durable and energy-efficient wall

and home so you’ll be happy and comfy while

saving money on energy bills.

Now, that’s System ThinkingTM !

wens Corning invented fiber glass

insulation. For over 55 years, we’ve been

the insulation industry leader by improving, innovating

and even re-inventing home insulation to provide you

with the products that deliver year-round energy

savings* and comfort. We not only manufacture

PINK® Insulation products but also provide building

systems and solutions – System ThinkingTM products

that work together to achieve the most energy

efficient houses.

Our fiber glass insulation and acoustic batts retain

their quality over time – because the fibers won’t

deteriorate with age, and won’t absorb moisture.

Owens Corning is listed under the Environmental

Choice Program with permiss ion to apply

ECOLOGO labelling because of its commitment

to recycling and re-use of glass materials. We’ve

recycled more glass in manufacturing our products

than any insulation company

in North America. As

the technology leader,

we continue to search

for ways to meet our

cus tomer s ’ needs fo r

quality products that not

only provide healthy living

and are friendly to the

environment, but are also

made right here in Canada.

*Insulating residential structures to well above building code levels should result in net energysavings, over time, above the cost of the insulation. Savings vary with application and theamount of existing insulation. Higher R-values mean greater insulating power.

Celfort® 200Extruded Polystyrene Insulation

Celfort® 200 Cel-Lok®

System Extruded PolystyreneInsulation

PINK® SYSTEM THINKINGTM PRODUCTSFOR EVERY INSULATION JOB!

FoamSealRTM

Sill Gasket

R-20 PINK® Fiber Glass Insulation for 2x6 Exterior Walls

R-40 PINK® Fiber GlassAttic Insulation

raft-R-mateTM

Attic Rafter Vents

CodeBordTM ExtrudedPolystyrene Insulation

Sheathing

QuietZone®

Acoustical Batts

R-12 PINK® Fiber GlassInsulation for 2x4 Walls

PROPINKTM

Loosefill Fiber GlassInsulation

INSULATION COSTS LESS THAN ENERGY*

*Insulating residential structures to well above building code levels should result in net energysavings, over time, above the cost of the insulation. Savings vary with application and the amount ofexisting insulation. Higher R-values mean greater insulating power.THE PINK PANTHERTM & © 2002United Artists Corporation. All rights reserved. The colour PINK® is a registered trademark of OwensCorning. © 2002 Owens Corning. All rights reserved. INNOVATIONS FOR LIVINGTM is a trademark ofOwens Corning. System Thinking HomeTM is a trademark of Owens Corning.

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The Ultimate Wall AssemblyToday’s high energy costs drive thedemand for ever greater energyefficiency and lower heating bills.Once again, Owens Corningprovides an innovative solution.The PINK® Thermal Wall is acomprehensive system ofmaximum insulation that wrapsyour new house in a near-airtightenvelope.This ensures that yourhome is warmer in winter, coolerin summer – saving you money allyear-round.

• Maximized energy efficiency forincreased comfort at reducedcost

• A warmer, drier home thatcontributes to a healthierenvironment

• A home that requires lowmaintenance and is built to last

• Greater potential re-sale valuefor your home

CodeBordTM Extruded Polystyrene Insulationfor Exterior Sheathing

• Insulates entire face of wall, even behind studs• Saves money on your home energy bills

FoamSealRTM Sill Gasket• Fills gaps between sill plate and top of foundation walls

• Reduces energy loss as well as moisture and insect infiltration

*Available for 2x4 walls with R-12 insulation where applicable

PINK® THERMAL WALL

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PINK® Fiber Glass R-20 Insulationfor 2x6 Exterior Walls*

• Forms a solid thermal barrier between studs• Conserves energy to reduce heating and air conditioning costs

Install Resilient ChannelsInstall metal strips to prevent noisefrom moving from wood studsthrough the drywall.Choose Sealed Electrical BoxesSealing units reduces noise transfer.Apply Acoustic CaulkingReduce sound transmission bysealing all gaps.

Install QuietZone® AcousticFloor Mat*Install floor mat to greatly reducenoise through tiled or hardwoodfloors. Also reduces structure-borne noises to make adjacentrooms quieter.Install Resilient ChannelsInstall metal strips to prevent noisefrom moving from wood studsthrough the drywall.Apply Acoustic CaulkingReduce sound transmission bysealing all gaps.

*where available

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Thermal PerformanceSave on heating and cooling costs*

All insulation materials respond toa single basic principle: heat movesfrom warmer areas to cooler areas.On cold days, heat from inside triesto get out.And on warm days, theheat outside tries to get in. Insulationslows the process. Properly installedPINK® Insulation products protectyour home with a thermal barrierthat helps reduce costly fuel billsduring heating and cooling seasons.

R-value explainedThe insulation performance of all

insulation products is measured by acommon standard: R-value measuresresistance to heat flow.The higherthe R-value the greater the insulatingpower. R-value is usually determinedby the thickness and density of theinsulation. In both fiber glass and

foam insulation, tiny air pocketstrapped in the insulation resist thepassage of heat – heat loss in thewinter and heat gain in the summer.Generally, the thicker or denser theinsulation, the more air pockets andthe higher the R-value.

Air InfiltrationBefore you can insulate, you must

control air leakage. Doing so canresult in annual energy cost savingsof a whopping 10%.Cold windy days are the best time tocheck for air leaks. Simply attach apiece of tissue or light paper to astring.Then hold it close to areaswhere you suspect a draft. If thetissue moves, you’ve found a leak.

Problem areas include the edges ofdoors and windows, plumbing andelectrical wiring access through walls,floors and ceilings.Weather-stripping,caulking and sealing doors, windows,cracks and openings can reduce oreven stop air infiltration in these areas.

Other ways to keep air frompenetrating and escaping throughyour home’s walls is by applying anexterior housewrap beneath sidingwhen building a new home,remodelling or re-siding. Or usingCodeBordTM foam insulationsheathing on exterior walls.

Moisture ControlShowers, cooking, washing and

even breathing can put a surprisingamount of moisture into the home– from 5 to 10 pounds a day.Washingand drying clothes indoors can addanother 30 pounds.Vapour retardershelp control the amount of moisturepassing through insulation, minimiz-ing condensation within exteriorwalls, ceilings and floors. In winter,moisture that passes through tothese surfaces can accumulate andcondense on the cold inner sidesof exterior surfaces. Eventually, thiscondensation may blister the outsidepaint, form stains on drywall ceilings

ESSENTIAL HOME INSULATION ISSUES

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Most of us come home for somepeace and quiet. Get it with theOwens Corning QuietZone®

Noise Control System.QuietZone® Acoustical Battsinstalled within interior wallsabsorb household noises. Minimizesound transmission between floorsand ceilings. Between bedroomsand adjoining bathrooms. Aroundthe home office and recreationrooms. Or between laundry andfurnace. In new construction orrenovation, a little forward thinkingwill assure you of plenty of PINK®

and quiet.

More ways to create a quiet home:• Install QuietZone® Acoustic

Floor Mat• Caulk around sealed electrical

boxes with QuietZone®

Acoustic Sealant• Add an extra layer of

gypsum board • Stagger wood studs or use

resilient channels in newwall construction

• Use non-hardening caulking suchas QuietZone® Acoustic Sealantaround walls, doors and windows

• Use weather stripped solidwood doors

• Light switches and outlets shouldnot be constructed back-to-back

• Install pipes with swing arms soexpansion and contraction canoccur without binding

QUIETZONE® NOISE CONTROL

Ceiling 40%

Floor 36%

Door &Windows

10%

Reducing air infiltration can dramatically improve your home’s thermal performance. Most of a home’s air infiltration occurs through the ceiling and floor.

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or walls, or even damage your housestructure.The vapour retarder isalways installed toward the warm-in-winter side (living area) of the house.

A separate 6 mil polyethylenefilm should be applied over installedinsulation to help control theamount of moisture passing throughinsulation, minimizing condensation.

VentilationWhen your attic or crawlspace is

properly ventilated, a positive airflow iscreated, allowing the house to breathethus preventing moisture build up.

In the AtticSoffit vents – openings under theeaves – combined with roof ventsor gable vents create positive

movement of air out of the attic.Always provide at least two ventopenings allowing air to flow in oneand out the top.As a general rule,one square foot of free vent areashould provide for each 150 squarefeet of attic floor area when novapour retarder is used.As a generalrule, one square foot of free ventarea should provide ventilation foreach 300 square feet of attic ceilingarea, is recommended and a vapourbarrier is to be used.

Batts and loosefill insulation inattics must not restrict the ventilationair at eaves. raft-R-mateTM bafflesretain the insulation and providepassage for ventilation air.The numberof raft-R-mateTM sections requiredalong each eave is defined by needfor 50% ± 25% of the required freevent area to be at the eaves witheach 22-1/2" wide raft-R-mateTM AtticVent providing 26.5 square inches or0.184 sq.ft. of vent area and each 11-1/2", half raft-R-mateTM Attic Ventproviding 12.75 square inches or0.089 sq.ft. of free vent area.

In a crawlspace:The dirt floor of crawl spaces

should be covered with a 6 milpolyethylene vapour retarder.One square foot of free ventarea is recommended for every1500 square feet of floor areaand a vapour retarder is requiredon the warm-in-winter side ofthe insulation.

ESSENTIAL HOME INSULATION ISSUES

UNVENTILATED

VENTILATED

UNVENTILATED

VENTILATED

80º

90º

150º

75º

70º

IN SUMMERIn hot weather, proper ventilation prevents theattic from becoming a hot-box that spillsunwanted heat down through the attic floor(even if the attic is insulated) into the living area.

IN WINTERIn cold weather, proper ventilation helpsprevent moisture from condensing on theinsulation, rafters or roof deck.

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General Questions

Q: What is R-value?R-value refers to insulation’s

resistance to heat flow. Insulation isactually a system of tiny air pockets.It is these air pockets that resistthe passage of heat, like heat gainin summer and heat loss in winter.The higher the insulation’s R-value,the greater the insulating power.Q: Which R-value should I choosefor my project?

New and retrofit insulationprojects must always meet localbuilding code insulation levels andto address potential future highenergy costs and environmentalguidelines R-2000 insulation levelsare recommended. See page 15for recommended insulation levels.Q: Do higher insulation levels createcondensation problems?

No. Insulation is not a source ofcondensation problems.Ventilation,vapour barriers/retarders and airsealing are the general solutions.Q: What is a vapourbarrier/retarder?

A vapour barrier/retarder is anymaterial located on the warm sideof the insulation that will keepcondensation from occurring onits surface or within wall or atticspaces behind it. Polyethylene isthe typical vapour barrierpermitted by building codes

and is available everywhere.Q: Does polyethylene film used asa vapour barrier cause a structureto “sweat”?

No. It is generally a lack ofproper ventilation that allowswater vapour to condense andcause “sweating”.Q: I know insulation helps keepheat in during the winter months,but is there any benefit to havingit during summer months?

Yes.Traditionally, insulation hasbeen perceived as a cold climateproduct that is effective in helpingreduce winter heating bills. But thefact is insulation can be just as effec-tive in helping cut air-conditioningcosts during the hot summer months.

Regardless of outside or insidetemperatures, the main concernis heat.Whenever there is a tem-perature difference between outsideand inside, there will be heat flow.

Insulation helps slow theprocess of summer heat enteringthe home, which helps keep theinside cool and lessens the needfor continuous air-conditioning.Similarly, in winter, insulation helpskeep the house warm by reducingthe escape of interior heat.Q: I am in the middle of aninsulation project, but I accidentallytore the vapour barrier. Is repairnecessary?

Yes, the polyethylene generallyfills both air barrier and vapourbarrier functions so all tears andpunctures must be sealed withred contractor sheathing tapeor duct tape.

Attic QuestionsQ: My attic currently has about sixinches of loosefill insulation (looseinsulation pieces) and no vapourbarrier. If I want to add another sixinches of insulation, what typeshould I use?

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

In addition to controlling moisture frominternal sources it is important to recognizethat other unwanted sources of moisturecan enter the structure and cause damageincluding mould growth. As manufactured,fiber glass insulation is inherently resistantto mould growth1. However, mould growthcan occur on building materials, includinginsulation, when it becomes contaminatedwith organic material and when water ispresent.To avoid mould growth on fiberglass insulation, remove any water that hasaccumulated and correct or repair thesource of that water as soon as possible.Insulation that has become wet should beinspected for evidence of residual moistureand contamination, and any insulation thatis contaminated should be promptlyremoved and replaced.1ASTM C-1338-96 Fungi Resistance of InsulationMaterials and Facings

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Q: What are the acoustical qualitiesof QuietZone® acoustic battscompared to R-12 batt insulation?

The acoustical performanceof QuietZone® acoustic batts aresimilar to R-12.Note: if QuietZone® acoustic battsare not available in your area, R-12fiber glass insulation would be anacceptable substitute.

Wall QuestionsQ: Since fiber glass blankets compressso easily, can I increase the effective-ness of my insulation by squeezing a51/2", R-22 blanket into a 2x4 wallinstead of using 31/2", R-12 batt?

No. Compressing thick fiber glassbatt insulation into a smaller wallspace will not necessarily increaseyour insulation's efficiency and thestress on drywall may result in nailpops or bends in the drywall (atsome point in the future when therelative humidity is high and thedrywall has been weakened). Fiberglass insulation works on the prin-ciple of trapped air pockets. R-12fiber glass insulation is designed for2x4 walls; higher performance R-13or R-14 insulations may also beavailable in your area. 6" thick R-20fiber glass insulation is designed tobe compressed into 5.5" 2x6 studs(giving R-19); or higher performance5.5" thick R-22 batts may also beavailable in your area.Q: What is the difference betweenCelfort® 200 and 300 andCodeBordTM Extruded PolystyreneInsulation?Celfort® 200 is a general purposemoisture resistant rigid foaminsulation that can be used formany applications above and belowgrade. It is lightweight, durable andimpact resistant making it easy tohandle, saw, cut and score.Celfort® 300 is a higher strengthproduct for heavy duty applications

where higher compressive strengthis important to withstand thepressures of heavy loads withoutcompromising thermal insulationperformance. CodeBordTM is amoisture resistant rigid foaminsulation that is installed on theexterior of 2X4 and 2X6 studwalls. As an exterior insulatingsheathing it keeps the cavity andstuds warmer, thereby reducing thepotential for moisture accumulationin the cavity, which can lead todeterioration of structural elementsand other moisture concerns.

Q:Why should I use 2x4 or 2x6stud walls?

New construction, to meetlocal building code insulation levels,can use 2x4 stud walls insulatedwith CodeBordTM ExtrudedPolystyrene Insulation instead of2x6 walls, which means increasedliving area and generally results inreduced constuction costs. Onpage 15 recommended R-2000insulation levels generally utilize2x6 stud walls with CodeBordTM

Extruded Polystyrene Insulationinstead of OSB sheathing.

Basement QuestionsQ: What is the Cel-Lok® System?

The Cel-Lok® Insulating Systemeliminates the need for stud framingin a basement. Metal channels fitinto specially grooved Celfort® 200Extruded Polystyrene Insulation.Applied directly to the basement wall,drywall can then be attached to it.Q: How many metal channels will I need when installing the Cel-Lok® system?

You will require one metalchannel per insulation sheet andone additional metal channel perwall. Add one channel for eachwindow and three channels foreach door.


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Before installing a 6" to 91/4"layer of unfaced batts or having acontractor install loosefill insulation,check roof sheathing for evidenceof moisture accumulations and sealany leaks into the attic at lightfixtures (by taping all edges of apiece of poly over fixture to backof ceiling finish) and by installing afoam gasket around any hatches. Ifyour attic has existing insulationbut no vapour barrier, you willneed one square foot of free ventarea for each 150 square feet ofattic floor area. (To add ventilation,consider a combination of soffitand roof vents.) Q: How do I add additional layersof attic insulation to a joist cavitythat is only half full?

If joist cavity is only half full andthe recommended insulation levelin your area is R-40 (equivalent to12" of fiber glass batt insulation), fillthe joist cavity (flush with the topof the joist) with the appropriatethickness of fiber glass insulation.Then lay a second layer ofinsulation (perpendicular to theexisting layer) over that to give atotal of 12" (or an R-value of 40)in the joist cavity. If a first layer ofretrofit insulation is not available inan appropriate thickness to comeflush with the top of joists, installappropriate width layers of battsbetween and parallel with thejoists. Covering the attic joists withthe second layer will reduce heatloss through the wood.Q: If I install a vapour barrier in myattic, do I still need ventilation?

Yes. Even with a good vapourbarrier, proper ventilation isconsidered essential to preventharmful condensation. Eave ventopenings at the roof overhangcombined with a ridge vent, roofvent, or gable vents, are effectiveways to create a positive

movement of air in and out of theattic. As a general rule, when avapour barrier is used, 1 sq. ft. offree vent area per 300 sq. ft. abovefloor area is recommended.Q: In winter, I notice a wet spot onmy ceiling where it meets the insideof the exterior wall. My attic areaabove this room is insulated.Whatmight be causing this moistureproblem?

Check to see if your atticinsulation completely covers yourceiling area (attic insulation shouldextend out over the wall top plate,but not over the eave).You mayhave a cold spot caused by a lackof insulation over this area, or youmay have a ventilation problem or“ice damming”.

Insulation should extend outover the exterior wall, right up tothe roofline, but should not coverthe eave vents. Install eave baffleswherever there are eave vents toassure airflow. For additionalventilation, install roof vents.

Crawlspace QuestionsQ: If my crawlspace is ventilated,can I still insulate the walls of thecrawlspace, or is it better to insulatethe floor?

If you have a vented crawlspacewith pipes and uninsulated ducts, itis better to insulate the crawlspacewalls. If there are insulated ductsand no pipes, the best course ofaction is to insulate the floorabove.The vents should be closed in the winter and open inthe summer.

QuietZone® QuestionsQ: What is QuietZone®?

QuietZone® is a fiber glassacoustic batt designed to helpcontrol sound between interiorwalls and floors.


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Find the proper tools andmaterials at your local homeimprovement storeThe first step is to understand thatyou’re seeking solutions for anentire project, not just buying asingle product. Just as in any givenhome upgrade project, you’llprobably need several differenttools that are available in the storewhere you get your OwensCorning insulation products.Thinking ahead will save trips.Remember, if you can’t find whatyou need to know from in-storeinformation call us at OwensCorning at 1-800-GET-PINK®.

Insulating is a safe job when theinsulation is installed properly.Refer to the following tool checklist before beginning your homeinsulation projects.

Basic Tools• Tape Measure• Utility Knife• Straightedge or 2x4

(for cutting insulation)• Lightweight, squeeze type stapler • Hammer and appropriate

fasteners (when applyinginterior finish)

Special equipment• Portable work light• Boards or plywood sheets

(provide a safe place to sitor kneel in an unfinished atticand a surface on which tocut the insulation)

• Insulation supports• Pole or rake (for pushing

insulation into out of the wayplaces in the attic/flat ceilings)

Protective Gear• Work Gloves• Loose-fitting long-sleeved shirt• Approved safety glasses• Disposable dust mask.

WHAT TOOLS WILL YOU NEED?

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It’s easy to calculate the number ofinsulation packages you’ll need tocomplete your project.

• Multiply the wall or attic lengthtimes width to determine totalsquare footage to be installed.

• Measure the distance betweenjoists to determine correctinsulation width for the job (15" or 23").

• Choose appropriate insulationproduct (R-value and width) foryour home insulation project.

(Choose insulation productwidth to match distancebetween joists 15"/16" or23"/24"). If the joist cavity is fullinsulation width is irrelevant asbatts will be installed across thetop of joists.

• Divide total square footage to be insulated by square footageper package, then round up tothe next whole number todetermine the total number ofpackages required.

HOW MUCH INSULATION?Calculate how many packages you need

EXAMPLE Example Your Home

Attic Length 22 feet _______

Attic Width x 40 Feet _______

Total Square feet = 880 feet = _______

Divided by sq ft per pkg ÷ 49 ÷ _______

(R-20/15" width = 49.0 sq.ft.)

Number of pkgs 18 _______

If your attic has loosefill insulation,upgrade insulation should beOwens Corning PROPINKTM

Loosefill Fiber Glass Insulationinstalled by a contractor. If theexisting insulation in your attic

is batts, you or your contractormay upgrade the insulation levelusing recommendations on page15 and always ensure eaveventilation is maintained.

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It’s best to get the biggest energysavings at the lowest installed cost.That’s why we offer several typesof insulation materials, eachdesigned to do the best possiblejob in a specific application. In thisbrochure, insulation thickness isgiven to help you work out thespace needed to accommodate it.Remember, if it’s packed too tightly,compressed to less than itsdesigned thickness, if there aregaps, or if it gets wet, then theactual in-place R-value will beless than that shown.

PINK® Fiber GlassInsulation

Owens Corning PINK®

Insulation is non-combustible(except for R-14 and R-22).

Measuring insulationWhen you look at insulation,

always go by its R-value and itsthickness.These numbers indicatea material’s resistance to heatflow-with the larger numberrepresenting greater resistance.

WHAT LEVEL OF INSULATIONDO YOU NEED FOR YOUR PROJECT?

Recommended R-values to generally meet: Code* R-2000**

Attics 40 50Cathedral ceilings 28 35Exterior walls 20 25Basement walls - framed, full height 20 25Basement walls - masonry, full height 12 20Floors over unheated spaces 28 31No basement: heated crawl space 12 20No basement: concrete slab on ground 12.5 12.5No basement: heated slab 15 15*Check your local building code to determine minimum R-values in your region**An R-2000 evaluator will determine the necessary R-values for certification of

a given house design and location.

OW TOINSULATE YOUR ATTIC

Valuables In The Attic. No, we’re not talkingabout the dusty old steamer trunk filled withMing vases and Picasso prints. We’re talkingabout the PINK® Fiber Glass Insulation thatnot only can save you precious dollars on yourhome’s heating and cooling costs, but can alsoadd considerably to the re-sale value of yourhome.There are several options that can helpyou achieve dramatic improvements in yourhome’s energy efficiency. Read on over thenext few pages for all the valuable details.

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HOW TO INSULATE YOUR ATTICRecommended Products

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HOW TO INSULATE YOUR ATTICRecommended Products

raft-R-mateTM

ATTIC RAFTER VENTS

Size Vents per carton572mm x 1.2m x 51mm (221⁄2"x48"x2") 75

raft-R-mateTM is a rigid extruded polystyrene foam rafter vent that assuresthe unrestricted flow of fresh air from the soffit to the attic through thethickest part of the fibrous or loose-fill insulation.It offers year-round performance by aiding cross-ventilation in summerfor increased comfort and reduced cooling requirements, and by helpingto prevent ice dams in winter.raft-R-mateTM’s high resistance to moisture means it will not rot or decayover time.Years later, the product will perform as effectively as it did theday it was installed.

PINK® FIBER GLASSBATT INSULATION

Value Thickness Widths LengthsR mm in. mm in. mm in.20** 152 6 381 15 1194 47*

584 2328 216 81⁄2 406 16 1219 48

609 2431 235 91⁄4 406 16 1219 48

609 2435 251 97⁄8 406 16 1219 48

609 2440 265 103⁄8 406 16 1219 48

609 24*1.219 m (48") in Quebec**R-20 attic insulation may be compressed into 2x6 studconstruction giving R-19 thermal performance

Simply push these batts between standard framing members on 406 mm(16") or 609 mm (24") centres without compressing the insulation.Friction fit holds the batts in place. Use a 0.15 mm (6 mil) polyethylenefilm on the warm-in-winter side as a vapour retarder.

11 92 33⁄4 15.3 165.1 6.5 6.1 1.03 0.2112 102 4 13.9 149.4 7.2 6.7 1.14 0.2316 136 51⁄4 10.4 112.0 9.6 8.9 1.52 0.3119 160 61⁄4 8.8 95.1 11.3 10.5 1.80 0.3720 170 63⁄4 8.3 89.6 12.0 11.2 1.91 0.3922 185 71⁄4 7.7 82.6 13.0 12.1 2.07 0.4224 204 8 6.9 74.7 14.4 13.4 2.29 0.4728 238 91⁄4 5.9 64.0 16.8 15.6 2.67 0.5530 257 101⁄4 5.5 59.2 18.2 16.9 2.89 0.5932 272 103⁄4 5.2 56.0 19.2 17.8 3.05 0.6234 291 111⁄2 4.9 52.3 20.6 19.1 3.27 0.6736 306 12 4.6 49.8 21.6 20.1 3.43 0.7038 325 123⁄4 4.4 46.8 23.0 21.4 3.65 0.7540 340 131⁄2 4.2 44.8 24.0 22.3 3.81 0.7844 374 143⁄4 3.8 40.7 26.4 24.5 4.19 0.8648 408 16 3.5 37.3 28.8 26.8 4.57 0.9449 418 161⁄2 3.4 36.5 29.5 27.4 4.68 0.9650 427 163⁄4 3.3 35.7 30.2 28.0 4.79 0.9852 442 171⁄2 3.2 34.5 31.2 29.0 4.95 1.0156 476 183⁄4 3.0 32.0 33.6 31.2 5.33 1.0960 510 20 2.8 29.9 36.0 33.5 5.72 1.17

R-value mm in. m2 ft2 100 m2 1000 ft2 kg/m2 lb/ft2

Thermal Minimum Maximum Minimum Minimum MassResistance Thickness(1) Coverage Number of Bags per Unit Area

per Bag(2) per Unit Area

To obtain the thermal resistance value shown, the applicator must install thecorrect number of bags to meet both the minimum thickness and minimum

mass per unit area requirements listed in the following chart.

(1) Measured in areas where thickness is not obstructed by roof slope or other obstructions.(2) Coverage per bag may be increased 2% to 10% depending on joist spacings and depths

using correction factors.

PROPINKTM LOOSEFILLFIBER GLASS INSULATION

Bag Weight RSI/m Blown Density15.9 kg (35 lb.) bag 20.59 (2.97 R/inch) 11.21 kg/m3 (0.7 lb/cf)

PROPINKTM insulation is made of a thermally-efficient fiber, that producesa fast blow rate with less dust and static making installation fast and easy.Note: PROPINKTM Loosefill Fiber Glass Insulation is installed by aninsulation professional applicator using pneumatic blowing equipment.

the attic.This will give you moreheadroom when it comes tocutting and fitting. Be sure to pusheach batt firmly up against the endof the preceding batt so that thereis no gap allowing heat to escape.Cut batts so that they fit closely upagainst cross-bracing members.3. When insulating around electricwiring, or plumbing, split the battand fit it around the wire or pipeso that there is no gap in theinsulation.Take care not to pull orkink electric cables.

If your electrician has left slack inthe wires for this purpose, simply liftthem up enough to slip the battsunderneath, leaving the wire restingon top of them.An alternativeapproach is to install wiring alongthe top edge of joists and along therafters so that it does not interferewith the insulation.

Be very careful around recessedlight fixtures such as pot lights.Some modern wiring uses fixturesmarked “IC” for insulated ceiling. Ifyou’re sure the fixture is this type,you can safely place insulationclose around it. But if a fixture isnot rated “IC”, keep all insulationat least 76mm (3") away from it.4. Check manufacturers’

instructions and local codesregarding insulation around metal or masonry chimneys, andflues. Most requirements call for a 51mm (2") space betweeninsulation and the chimneystructure or stainless steel insula-ted flue. Never place insulation incontact with an old-fashionedsingle layer metal flue. Rememberthat your objective is to preventthe chimney from developing hotspots that could overheat andcause a fire.

Where contact with non-combustible insulation is permitted,PINK® Fiber Glass Batts orLoosefill Insulation meets therequirements for non-combustibilitywith the exception of R-14 and R-22 batts.

Loosefill InstallationProcedure

PROPINKTM Loosefill FiberGlass Insulation is installed bya professional applicator usingpneumatic blowing equipment. Bythe applicator’s installing both thecoverage chart minimum thicknessand the proper number of bagsper unit area (see page 18), thespecified insulation thermalperformance is guaranteed.

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Recommended ProductsR-20 Fiber Glass Insulation 6"

R-28 Fiber Glass Insulation 81⁄2"




35 lb.bag PROPINKTM Loosefill Insulation

For uninsulated attics or forwhen you’re retrofitting an existingattic space where some loose fillinsulation has already been installedconsider having a contractor bringyour R-value up to recommendedlevels using PROPINKTM LooosefillFiber Glass Insulation. Installationof batts is deemed satisfactory bythe attic being empty, havingexisting batts or having loosefillwhich just comes up to the top offraming members (which can bewalked on and for placement oftemporary boards) which will notbe disturbed by retrofit operations.First fill the space between thejoists with batts to the depth of thewood and then place any furtherlayers of batts at right angles to thejoists. Alternatively or if there is noinsulation of appropriate thicknessto bring the batts up to the top ofthe wood joists, you can install onethick layer or two thinner layers of proper width batts to fitbetween the ceiling joists orbottom truss members.

Installation Procedure

1. Give yourself ample light andmake sure you have something safeto walk and kneel on to reach the

outside of the ceiling area.Are youdressed properly? Do you have thetools you need? Bring enoughbundles of insulation into the area toprovide enough batts to do the job.

Leave the bundles intact and open only one at a time; simplyslash the wrapper with your knifeand the highly compressedinsulation will quickly expand to itscorrect dimensions2. If the joist cavities arecompletely filled to the top of thejoists lay the new insulation in longruns perpendicular to thedirections of the joists, and use theleftover pieces for small spaces. Ifthe cavity is not completely filled,you can install one thick layer ortwo thinner layers of proper widthbatts to fit between the ceilingjoists or bottom truss members.

Start by laying batts at theouter edge of the area, placingthem so that they cover the topplate of the wall. Do not block theventilation space leading up fromthe eave vents. For best results,install raft-R-mateTM Attic RafterVents as you go.

Finish laying the outer battsalong the sides of the building andthen work toward the middle of

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3. When insulating around electricwiring or plumbing, split the battand fit it around the wire or pipeso that there is no gap in theinsulation.Take care not to pullor kink electric cables.

If your electrician has left slackin the wires for this purpose,simply lift them up enough toslip the batts underneath, leavingthe wire resting on top of them.An alternative approach is toinstall wiring along the top edgeof joists and along the rafters sothat it does not interfere withthe insulation.

Be very careful around recessedlight fixtures such as pot lights.Some modern wiring uses fixturesmarked “1C” for insulated ceiling. Ifyou’re sure the fixture is this typeyou can safely place insulationclose around it. But if a fixture is

not rated “1C”, keep all insulationat least 76mm (3") away from it.

4. Check manufacturers’instructions and local codesregarding insulation around metalor masonry chimneys and flues.Most requirements call for a51mm (2") space between insula-tion and the chimney structure orstainless steel insulated flue. Neverplace insulation in contact with an old-fashioned single layer metal flue.Remember that your objective isto prevent the chimney fromdeveloping hot spots that couldoverheat and cause a fire.

Where contact with non-combustible insulation is permitted,PINK® Fiber Glass Batts orLoosefill Insulation meets therequirements for non-combustibilitywith the exception of R-14 and R-22 batts.

HOW TO INSULATE YOUR ATTICThe Uninsulated Attic






raft-R-mateTM Attic Rafter Vents

Installation ProcedureThe attic is one of the most

important areas to insulate in newlyconstructed homes or in remodelingprojects – and in homes with noinsulation presently in the attic. It’sworth installing at least 304 mm(12") of PINK® Fiber Glass R-20Insulation, using two layers of 152 mm (6") batts over every partof the attic floor.The first row goesin between the joists, the second rowmay run across them, only if the firstlayer fills to top of joists.This thicknesswill give you the recommendedR-40 rating.Alternately, you can installsingle R-40 (10-3/8" thick) batts overthe same area.

1. Give yourself ample light andmake sure you have somethingsafe to walk and kneel on to reachthe outside of the ceiling area. Areyou dressed properly? Do youhave the tools you need?

Bring enough bundles ofinsulation into the area to provideenough batts to do the job. Leavethe bundles intact and open onlyone at a time; simply slash thewrapper with your knife and thehighly compressed insulation willquickly expand to its correctdimensions.

2. A vapour retarder is stronglyrecommended for ceilings. Lengthsof 6-mil poly 102mm (4") widerthan spacing between joists maybe placed in the bottom of cavitiesand stapled to the sides of thejoists. Lap end joints 152mm (6")or tape.

Start by laying batts at theouter edge of the area, placingthem so that they cover the topplate of the wall. Do not block theventilation space leading up fromthe eave vents. For best results,install raft-R-mateTM Attic RafterVents as you go.

Finish laying the outer battsalong the sides of the building andthen work toward the middle ofthe attic.This will give you moreheadroom when it comes tocutting and fitting. Be sure to pusheach batt firmly up against the endof the preceding batt so that thereis no gap allowing heat to escape.Cut batts so that they fit closelyup against cross-bracing members.

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cross furring over the rafters toachieve the maximum batt thermalresistance while still keeping thetop surface of the batts at leastone inch below the top of therafters and cross furring.(Celfort® 200 insulation boardsmay also be installed below therafters to achieve maximumassembly thermal resistance whilemaintaining ventilation spaceabove the installed batts. It is agood practice to fasten strappingthrough the foam boards to therafters for easy fastening of interiorvapour barrier poly and drywall orother interior finish.) To install thebatt insulation, the material ispushed up between the raftersuntil it’s flush with the bottomedge of the wood. If needed installeave vents such as OwensCorning raft-R-mateTM attic raftervents and soffit and ridge vents.3. If space permits use either R-35 or R-28 Attic batt insulation.This will automatically provide therequired space when properlyinstalled. See package instructions.

4. If a flat ceiling is to be installed,place fiber glass insulation betweenjoists. Place the vapour retardertoward the warm-in-winter side ofthe living area of the house inheating climates.5. Install PINK® Fiber GlassInsulation in end and kneel walls,and insert cut strips into narrowdetails but minimal expanding foamis best for sealing and insulatingaround windows. (Be sure thatyou have fitted all necessary gableand roof vents before placingthe insulation.)

6. As soon as the insulation hasbeen installed, finish the walls andceiling with an approved interiorfinish, such as gypsum wallboard.

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To increase the living space in theirhomes, more and more peopleare taking advantage of their largeattics. A large attic can be a greatplace to remodel in order tocreate an extra bedroom, gameroom, or home office. And PINK® Fiber Glass Insulationfrom Owens Corning can helpkeep a finished attic comfortable year-round.








1. Use separate pieces of fiberglass insulation for rafters andcollar beams.Trying to fit acontinuous length of insulationwhere collar beams and raftersmeet may result in hard to fill gaps.

2. When selecting insulationthickness and installing insulationfor the rafter portion, the buildingcode requires 2-1/2" of ventilationair space between the insulationand the roof sheathing with noobstructions (such as permittedcross furring) bringing this spaceto less than one inch. Newconstruction may incorporate

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The rafters in cathedral ceilings are usually made of 2x10’s or2x12’s, and Owens Corning hasinstallation products designedspecifically for these rafters.Theyhelp prevent moisture damage andhelp assure long life by providing 1" to 21/2" of ventilation air spacebetween the insulation and theroof deck.


1. Before insulating begins, aventilation baffle like OwensCorning raft-R-mateTM should beinstalled at the eaves of every joist to make sure ventilation space is notblocked by the insulation.

2. When selecting insulationthickness and installing insulationfor the rafter portion, the buildingcode requires 2-1/2" of ventilationair space between the insulationand the roof sheathing with no

obstructions (such as permittedcross furring) bringing this spaceto less than one inch.New construction may incorporatecross furring over the rafters toachieve the maximum batt thermalresistance while still keeping thetop surface of the batts at leastone inch below the top of therafters and cross furring.(Celfort® 200 insulation boardsmay also be installed below therafters to achieve maximumassembly thermal resistance whilemaintaining ventilation spaceabove the installed batts. It is agood practice to fasten strappingthrough the foam boards to therafters for easy fastening of interiorvapour barrier poly and drywall orother interior finish.) To install thebatt insulation, the material ispushed up between the raftersuntil it’s flush with the bottomedge of the wood. If neededinstall eave vents such as OwensCorning raft-R-mateTM attic raftervents and soffit and ridge vents.

3. If there are recessed lightingfixtures, unless they’re I.C. ratedthe insulation should be cut so that it’s 76 mm (3") away from the fixture.4. A 6 mil polyethylene vapourretarder should then be installedon the underside of the rafters.Remember to overlap the jointby at least 6" and caulk.

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OW TOINSULATE EXTERIOR WALLS

The first line of defense. The buck stopshere. For greater comfor t and reducedheating and cooling costs every exterior wallin your home should be insulated to themaximum R-value possible. If the project is anew home or re-modeling addition you havethe oppor tunity to maximize your energysavings by installing CodeBordTM ExtrudedPolystyrene Insulation sheathing directly tothe outside of the entire stud wall frame andby filling the walls with PINK® Fiber GlassInsulation to the greatest possible R-value. Forwalls with existing inter ior and exteriorfinishes you should have a contractor injectPROPINKTM Loosefill Fiber Glass Insulationinto the stud cavities. The contractors bagcount and Technical Bulletin B-3-9 permits anestimation of the average installed R-value.

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HOW TO INSULATE EXTERIOR WALLSRecommended Products

CODEBORDTM

EXTRUDED POLYSTYRENE INSULATION

Size Available Thicknesses1.2 m W x 2.4 m L (4' W x 8' L) 25.4, 38, 51 mm (1", 11⁄2", 2")1.2 m W x 2.7 m L (4' W x 9' L) 25.4, 38, 51 mm (1", 11⁄2", 2")

CodeBordTM is a rigid foam insulation that is installed on the exterior of2x4 or 2x6 wood stud walls. It has a thermal resistance of R-5 per inchof thickness that blankets the exterior frame, reducing heat loss thoughthe stud walls and saving money on energy bills. CodeBordTM islightweight, yet strong and easy to handle and trim. Installation is fasterbecause the ship-lap joints eliminate the need for sheathing paper orfor taping the joints.

Note: According to the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC),permanent bracing is not required where walls are finished on the interiorwith 13mm (1/2") gypsum board, or a similar material conforming to NBCCrequirements.When the interior of the framed wall is not finished orwhen additional bracing is desired, please consult NBCC 9.23.10.2. orlocal codes for bracing requirements, as its sentence (3) method is thebasis for equivalency claims of alternative systems. Since CodeBordTM isa non-structural insulating sheathing, it may be necessary to providetemporary bracing during wall construction.

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HOW TO INSULATE EXTERIOR WALLSRecommended Products

PINK® FIBER GLASSBATT INSULATION

Value Thickness Widths LengthsR mm in. mm in. mm in.12 89 31⁄2 381 15 1194 47**

584 2313* 89 31⁄2 375 143⁄4 1194 47

584 223⁄414 89 31⁄2 381 15 1194 47

584 2320*** 152 6 381 15 1194 47**

584 2322* 140 51⁄2 375 143⁄4 1194 47

584 223⁄4*where available**1.219 m (48") in Quebec***R-20 attic insulation may be compressed into 2x6 stud

construction giving R-19 thermal performance

Simply push these batts between standard framing members on 406 mm(16") or 609 mm (24") centres without compressing the insulation.Friction fit holds the batts in place. Use a 0.15 mm (6 mil) polyethylenefilm on the warm-in-winter side as a vapour retarder.

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Recommended Products4'x8' CodeBordTM Insulation Sheathing

4'x9' CodeBordTM Insulation Sheathing

R-20 Fiber Glass Insulation 6"



1. CodeBordTM should be installedvertically with the printed side onthe exterior of the wall to takeadvantage of the stud-finder linesprinted on each panel

2. Whenever possible, begininstallation on a corner of the wall.Trim off the ship-lap edge of theboard so it is flush with the outeredge of the stud.

3. Fasten insulation to framing with appropriate nailsand washers, or roofing nails at 152 mm (6") max. centres on the vertical edges of thepanels and at 304 mm (12") on intermediate stud supports.

4. Slide the next panel beside theone just installed.Whether studframing is spaced at 406 mm (16")or 609 mm (24") on centre, thevertical edges of the 1,219 mm(4’) wide panels should alwaysmeet at and be supported by astud. CodeBordTM has a ship-lapedge which provides a tight fit atthe joint, so no taping is required.

5.To prevent discolouration causedby excessive exposure to directsunlight, exterior finish should beapplied as soon as is practical.

According to the 1995 NBCC,building paper is no longerrequired over sheathings suchas CodeBordTM.

6. Press the friction fit battsbetween the studs, (R-12, R-13 orR-14 for 2x4 walls, compressed R-20 or uncompressed R-22 for2x6 walls) taking care not tocompress the insulation beyondthe edges of the studs, and then

HOW TO INSULATE EXTERIOR WALLSExtra Insulating PowerBasic Wall Insulation

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Recommended ProductsR-12 Fiber Glass Insulation 31⁄2"





Installation Procedure1. Press the friction fit battsbetween the studs, (R-12, R-13 orR-14 for 2x4 walls, compressed R-20 or uncompressed R-22 for2x6 walls) taking care not tocompress the insulation beyondthe edges of the studs, and thencover the entire wall with a 6 mil

polyethylene sheet, stapling it tothe edge of the studs and plates.Overlap joints by at least 152 mm(6"). Be sure to make the vapourbarrier continuous across the jointbetween wall and upper floor ceilings– so that there is no route formoisture to escape up into the attic.

2. Keep your insulation at its fullthickness everywhere, splitting thebatts to get it both behind and infront of wiring cables. Use smallstrips for narrow areas and stuffsmall pieces behind electricalboxes but for sealing and insulatingaround windows and doorsminimal expanding foam sealant

works best.There should be avapour barrier around and behindoutlet or junction boxes to keepit continuous and prevent draftsfrom coming out of light switchesand receptacles.

3. Do not leave insulation orpolyethylene exposed. Apply anapproved wall finish, such asdrywall, directly to the studs assoon as you have finished installingthe insulation and vapour barrier.

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cover the entire wall with a 6 milpolyethylene sheet, stapling it tothe edge of the studs and plates.Overlap joints by at least 152 mm(6"). Be sure to make the vapourbarrier continuous across the jointbetween wall and upper floorceilings – so that there is no routefor moisture to escape up intothe attic.

7. Keep your insulation at its fullthickness everywhere, splitting the

batts to get it both behind and infront of wiring cables. Use smallpieces to stuff behind outlet boxesand into small spaces aroundwindows and doors.There shouldbe a vapour barrier around andbehind outlet or junction boxes tokeep it continuous and preventdrafts from coming out of lightswitches and receptacles.

8. Do not leave insulation orpolyethylene exposed. Apply anapproved wall finish, such asdrywall, directly to the studs assoon as you have finished installingthe insulation and vapour barrier.

HOW TO INSULATE EXTERIOR WALLSExtra Insulating Power

OW TOINSULATE BASEMENT WALLS

Turning a basement into a lower livingarea. A basement is often thought of as theplace where your furnace rumbles or whereyou store all the stuff you don’t know what todo with. Why not turn it into a comfort-filledfamily room, a relaxing rec room, a hardworking hobby shop, or even a snug extrabedroom? The difference is PINK® insulation– either fiber glass or rigid foam. Beforeinsulating, make sure that the exterior surfacesof the basement walls have been properlysealed. If the insides of the walls have any wetspots or show signs of dampness, you shouldhave the foundations checked and treated bya professional.

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HOW TO INSULATE BASEMENT WALLSRecommended Products

CELFORT® 200 CEL-LOK® SYSTEMEXTRUDED POLYSTYRENE INSULATION

Size Available Thicknesses0.6 m W x 2.4 m L (2' W x 8' L) 38, 51 mm (11⁄2", 2")

The Cel-Lok® System is made up of pre-grooved rigid foam insulationpanels that can be applied directly to basement walls. Drywall can then beinstalled directly over the insulation, eliminating the need for studs, savingtime, money and adding more square feet to the room. Cel-Lok® has athermal resistance of R-5 per inch of thickness so it packs maximuminsulation value into minimum thickness.

Note: Metal channels are sold separately.

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HOW TO INSULATE BASEMENT WALLSRecommended Products

FRICTION FIT BATTS

Value Thickness Widths LengthsR mm in. mm in. mm in.12 89 31⁄2 381 15 1194 47*

584 2320** 152 6 381 15 1194 47**


Simply push these batts between standard framing members on406 mm (16") or 609 mm (24") centres taking care not to compress theinsulation beyond the edges of the studs. Friction fit holds the batts inplace. Use a 0.15 mm (6 mil) polyethylene film on the warm-in-winterside as a vapour retarder.

FoamSealRTM

SILL GASKET

Size 6 mm thick (3⁄16") Rolls per bag89 mm W x 15.2 m L (31⁄2" W x 82' L) 12140 mm W x 15.2 m L (51⁄2" W x 82' L) 8

Much of a building’s heat loss can be directly attributed to air infiltration.A significant part of this loss can be prevented by using FoamSealRTM SillGasket to fill the gap between the sill plate and foundation wall for a tight,uniform fit. As a polyethylene foam, FoamSealRTM is durable and moisture-resistant so it will remain intact for years of energy-saving performance.

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Recommended Products2'x8' Celfort® 200 Cel-Lok®

11⁄2" or 2" Thickness

Installation Procedure1. Ensure that the wall is as flatand even as possible by hammeringoff any rough concrete areas.

2. Measure the height of the wallto be insulated.Trim a panel ofCelfort® 200 Cel-Lok® and themetal channel to the correct length.

3. Place the first panel vertically onthe wall starting in a corner andensure that it is plumb.Trim off theshiplap edge so the full thickness fitsagainst the corner.4. In the centre of the steelchannel, choose one of theprepunched holes and drill yourfirst pilot hole for the self-tappingfastener (ensure at least 1"penetration into the masonry).Drive in the self-tapping masonryfastener.

5. Repeat drilling and fastening at

floor and ceiling levels. Use aminimum of three fasteners per

metal channel. Use more fastenersper channel if the wall will supportloads (e.g. bookshelves, etc.).

6. Add the next panel of pre-trimmed insulation. Insert themetal channel into the groovesalong the edges of the two panelswhere they meet. Repeat fasteningprocedure, steps 4 and 5.

7. Install electrical boxes and wiring.Install junction box for electricaloutlets in ceiling joists above.7a) Cut out an opening in theinsulation, at the location of theelectrical outlet in order to receivethe electrical box and a 51mm x

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1. If an air-gap membrane is notinstalled on the outside of thefoundation or if a local authorityhaving jurisdiction requires it, applya polyethylene moisture barrieragainst the inside of the concretewall from the floor up to thefinished level of the ground outside.

2. Build a standard frame wall,using studs, all around the basementand place it against the concretewall. Fasten to joists above and tothe floor. Stud spacings can be609 mm (24") as there is no loadingto worry about and you don’t needdouble plates or blocking for wood framing.

3. Place batts between the studs

as for a regular exterior wall. InstallR-20 batts – in 2x6 stud kneewalls bearing on masonryfoundation walls and between fullheight 2x4 frame walls spaced outfrom masonry walls to permit full152 mm (6") batt thickness. Fullheight R-12 batts may be used atreduced energy savings. Alwaysensure the inner surface of thebatts is flush with the insidesurfaces of the studs and incontact with the vapour retarderand interior finish.

4. Cut pieces of insulation to fit theband joists between the top plateand the underside of the floor.Fit these carefully in each spacebetween joists (header) area, takingcare not to compress the insulation.On walls that run parallel to thejoists, simply run a long length ofinsulation right along the band joist.Pay particular attention to thesetop-of-the-wall areas as they aremajor routes for heat to escape.

5. Install a continuous vapourretarder over the entire wallsurface, stapling the polyethylenesheet to the studs with at least a152 mm (6") overlap at joints. Besure to install vapour retarder inband joist (header) area.

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76mm x 152mm (2"x3"x6") pieceof wood.7b) Fasten the 2"x3"x6" woodpiece to the foundation wall.7c) For 38 mm (1-1/2") thickpanels, fasten the electrical box tothe side of the 2"x3"x6" woodpiece.The electrical box mustexceed the 2"x3"x6" by 13 mm(1/2") or by the thickness of thedrywall finish.The drywall shouldbe flush with the electrical box. For51 mm (2") thick panels, repeat theabove described procedure whileadding a 13 mm (1/2") thick spacerbehind the 2"x3"x6" wood piece, toensure that it remains flush withthe insulation panel.

7d) Widen one of the twoexisting grooves at the centre ofthe insulation panel to receive theelectrical wire coming from thejunction box to the outlet. Makea knife cut into the back of thegroove and insert electricalwire into it. Embedment of wireshould be 13 mm (1/2") minimum(i.e. electrical wire should be at least25.4 mm (1") from drywall surface).7e) Set electrical wire intogroove leading to outlet.7f) Connect the wire to theelectrical box.*

7g) Use foam sealant to fill theenlarged groove, the area behindthe electrical box and theperimeter of the 2"x3"x6" pieceof wood and the electrical box.

7h) Fill in joint at the perimeterof the insulated wall as well as allperforations made in the insulating panel (for example,electrical boxes, windows) usingfoam sealant.7i) Cut off protruding foamsealant with a knife or hacksawblade to ensure gypsum board canbe installed properly.8. When installation is complete,cover the insulation with 13 mm(1/2") gypsum board attaching itwith self tapping drywall screws tothe metal channel. (Screws shouldbe spaced 8" on centre.) Measurethe distance between metalchannels to insure that the drywalljoints occur at the centre of thechannels. It may be necessary tocut the drywall panels occasionallyto assure this. Finish the drywallaccording to manufacturersinstructions. Consult the NationalBuilding Code for requirementswhen using other finishes.

*Note: Electrical installation laws andrequirements may vary fromprovince to province. Some lawsprohibit non-licensed people frominstalling their own electrical workand some allow it providing a permitis obtained. Consult the NationalElectrical Code for electricalrequirements. Owens Corningrecommends that all electrical workbe done by qualified people only.

HOW TO INSULATE BASEMENT WALLSWith Rigid Foam Insulation

OW TOINSULATE YOUR CRAWL SPACE

Stoop to Conquer. A crawlspace is not justa place to store away holiday decorations foranother year. It’s a major energy drain. It’s wellworth the effor t – and the backache – toinsulate a heated crawlspace or one withuninsulated ducts or water pipes. Again, ourPINK® Fiber Glass Insulation batts applied tothe walls of this often overlooked area canbring a greater degree of energy savings, aswell as make the area directly above thecrawlspace more comfortable.

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Installation Procedure1. Spread 0.15 mm (6 mil)polyethylene film over the floorarea overlapping sheets by 304 mm (12").

2. Measure and cut small pieces ofinsulation to fit into the spacesbetween joists up against the bandjoist (header).3. Cut pieces of insulation longenough to hang down the wall andextend out about 609 mm (24")over the floor of the crawl space.

Use long furring strips to attachthe pieces of insulation to the

edge of the sill. Allow the top endsof the insulation to extend abovethe sill, trimming them to fit snuglyaround the bottom edges of thejoists. Just drive the nails in farenough to hold the furring stripsecurely – the insulation shouldnot be compressed to less thanhalf its thickness.

On the walls that run parallel tothe joists, just use longer lengths ofinsulation and secure them directlyto the band joist with furring strips.

4. Install vapour barrier over allwall and floor insulation, slittingand closely stapling the poly atjoists and floor sheathing ofheaders and taping all joints of thepoly.Tape edge of vapour retarderto ground cover poly, at edge ofhorizontal insulation.

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HOW TO INSULATE YOUR CRAWL SPACERecommended Products

FRICTION FIT BATTS


584 2313* 89 31⁄2 375 143⁄4 1194 47

584 223⁄414 89 31⁄2 381 15 1194 47

584 2320*** 152 6 381 15 1194 47**

584 2322* 140 51⁄2 375 143⁄4 1194 47

584 223⁄4*where available**1.219 m (48") in Quebec***R-20 attic insulation may be compressed into 2x6 stud

construction giving R-19 thermal performance.

Simply push these batts between standard framing members on406 mm (16") or 609 mm (24") centres taking care not to compress theinsulation beyond the edges of the studs. Friction fit holds the batts inplace. Use a 0.15 mm (6 mil) polyethylene film on the warm-in-winterside as a vapour retarder.

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HOW TO INSULATE YOUR FLOORSRecommended Products

CELFORT® 200 EXTRUDED POLYSTYRENE INSULATION

FOR CONCRETE BASEMENT FLOORS

Size Available Thicknesses0.6 m W x 2.4 m L (2' W x 8' L) 25.4,38,51,63.5,76 & 102 mm

(1",11⁄2",2",21⁄2",3" & 4")

Celfort® 200 is a moisture resistant, rigid foam insulation that can beinstalled below grade on the exterior of a home or in the basementunder concrete floor slabs.With a thermal resistance of R-5 per inch ofthickness it will help save money on home energy bills. Celfort® 200 islightweight, durable and impact resistant making it easy to handle, saw,cut and score.

FRICTION FIT BATTS OVER UNHEATED AREAS

Value Thickness Widths LengthsR mm in. mm in. mm in.20** 152 6 381 15 1194 47*

584 2328 216 81⁄2 406 16 1219 48

609 2431 235 91⁄4 406 16 1219 48

609 2435 251 97⁄8 406 16 1219 48

609 2440 265 103⁄8 406 16 1219 48

609 24*1.219 m (48") in Quebec**Two layers of R-20 insulation may be installed between 2x12 floor joists.

Simply push these batts between standard floor joist members on 406 mm (16") or 609 mm (24") centres without compressing theinsulation. Friction fit holds the batts in place. Use 4" wider strips than joistspacing stapled on each side at the top of joist cavities. Use a 0.15 mm (6 mil) polyethylene film on the warm-in-winter side as a vapour retarder.

OW TOINSULATE FLOORS

No time for cold feet. Not only will a coldfloor freeze your tootsies, it will also rob yourhome of precious energy. Get to the bottomof the problem with PINK® Fiber GlassInsulation. Especially impor tant for floorsover unheated garages, basements, energyrobbing crawlspaces, wherever the floor iscold to the touch.

In the case of a basement floor, it is wise toinsulate with PINK® Rigid Foam before youpour the concrete in a new home or for abasement renovation.

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Recommended Products2'x8' CelFort® 200 ExtrudedPolystyrene Insulation1", 11⁄2", 2", 21⁄2", 3" & 4" Thicknesses

New Construction ofConcrete Basement Floors

A basement floor can be a cold,damp place. Celfort® 200Extruded Polystyrene Insulationoffers exceptional resistance tomoisture of all types (ground water,condensation, water leakage).The foam maintains a long term R-value of R-5 per inch.Thiscontributes to a healthier andmore comfortable environmentbecause a warm and dry floordoes not foster the growth anddevelopment of moulds, fungi orother biological organisms.


1. Place 102 mm (4") minimum ofcoarse, clean, granular material ontop of the undisturbed native soil.Ensure that the gravel is level.2. Place a polyethylene vapourbarrier 0.15 mm (6 mil) thicknessover the granular material.Thevapour barrier should extend up the

vertical walls to a distance of 76 mm(3").The polyethylene vapour barrierinhibits the entry of water vapourand other gases into the interiorbasement space from the soil below.3. Install the Celfort® 200 panelsdirectly on top of the gravel andpolyethylene film. Ensure the panelsbutt together as tight as possible. Itmay be necessary to rearrange thegravel below to make panels level.

Suggested thickness of Celfort®

200 thermal insulation underresidential concrete basement floors:• 25.4 mm (1 inch) – for an

economical improvement,• 38 mm (1.5 inches) – for

enhanced performance(preferred min. thickness),

• 51 mm (2 inches) – formaximum comfort.

4. Pour the concrete directly ontop of the Celfort® 200 panels to an even and level depth of 102 mm (4").

Note:The local Building Code and building official should beconsulted regarding minimumconstruction requirements in aspecific municipality.

HOW TO INSULATE YOUR FLOORSConcrete Basement Floors

Concrete Celfort® 200 Vapour Barrier (6 mil) Gravel

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1. Place batts between the floorjoists where they will holdtemporarily by friction fit. Insulationmust fit snugly against the bandjoist and overlap the bottom plate.Batts must be snug up againstunderside of floor.

2. Nail one roll width of wiremesh at right angles to floor joists,making sure every row of insulationis properly supported. Move alongthe insulated area, applying adjacentstrips of mesh one at a time. Analternate method of holdinginsulation in place is to use criss-crossed wire, metal tiger teethrods or housewrap.

Over Unheated Areas

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HOW TO CONTROL NOISE IN YOUR HOMERecommended Products

QUIETZONE®

ACOUSTICAL BATTS

Size (mm) (in.) Area/Pkg (m2) (sq.ft.)381 x 1219 x 89 (15 x 48 x 31/2) 10.22 (110.00)

406 x 1219 x 63.5 (16 x 48 x 21/2) 15.84 (170.40)609 x 1219 x 63.5 (24 x 48 x 21/2) 23.79 (256.00)406 x 1219 x 89 (16 x 48 x 31/2) 11.89 (128.00)

WoodStud

SteelStud

QuietZone® Acoustical Batts are specially created for noise control andrecover to their designed thickness after installation, providing the bestpossible reduction of the travel of sound through walls and floors.

OW TOCONTROL NOISE IN YOUR HOME

Silence isn’t golden, it’s PINK. If your kids areinto loud music and you’re into quiet moments,you should also be into QuietZone®. Acousticalbatts, that is. Made from the same PINK® FiberGlass renowned for its insulating abilities,QuietZone® is ideal for blocking and absorbingall the irritating sounds, which travel through-out the home. Tucked between interior wallsand floors, QuietZone® offers you privacyand freedom to relax in peace within yourown home. Now a laundry room, home officeor even a home theatre needn’t cause adomestic disturbance. PINK® FIBER GLASS

BATT INSULATION


584 2313* 89 31⁄2 375 143⁄4 1194 47

584 223⁄4*where available**1.219 m (48") in Quebec

Simply push these batts between standard framing members on 406 mm(16") or 609 mm (24") centres without compressing the insulation.Friction fit holds the batts in place.

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WAYS TO CONTROLSOUND LEAKSIncreasing Mass

Heavier materials generallyblock sound better than lightweight materials. For example,adding another layer of gypsumboard can provide a significantdecrease in sound transmission.

Breaking Vibration PathsWalls transmit sound vibrations

from one face to another throughstructural elements such as metalor wood studs. An effectivesilencing technique is to staggerwood studs, reducing soundtransmission through them.Resilient metal channels can alsobe used between gypsum wallboard and the stud to break thevibration path. Metal studs aremore resilient than wood studsand reduce the transmission ofvibrations between one wallsurface and the other.

Cavity AbsorptionThe sound transmission loss of

a wall can also be noticeablyimproved by filling the wall cavitywith sound absorbing materialssuch as QuietZone® AcousticalBatts. The key point to rememberis that the insulation is absorbingsound.Within a range of densitiesfrom 0.60 to 6.00 pounds per cu. ft. for cavity insulation, there is nonoticeable difference in the SoundTransmission Class properties for agiven insulation thickness.

WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO?

Use non-hardening caulkingsuch as QuietZone® AcousticSealant* around the perimeter ofthe wall to provide a properacoustical seal. Joint compound andtape will seal effectively in corners.

DoorsWhere optimum noise control

is desired, use weather-strippedsolid core wood doors. Avoidsliding doors. In hallways, placedoors so that they do not openacross from one another.

WindowsTo help block noise use thick or

insulated glass as well as double- ortriple-glazed windows with at least1/2 inch air space between glazings.

ElectricalAvoid back-to-back placement

of light switches and outlets. Useonly surface-mounted ceilingfixtures. Seal all openings aroundboxes. Install all distribution panelsonly on well-insulated interior walls.

PlumbingPlumbing noise can be reduced

by designing pipe runs with swingarms so expansion and contractioncan occur without binding. Isolatepiping from surrounding structureswith resilient mounts. Air chambersat each outlet will eliminate waterhammer. Caulk all openings madein walls and floors withQuietZone® Acoustic Sealant*.

DuctsSince ducts can easily transmit

sound, due consideration shouldbe given to design. Installation ofduct liner insulation and the use ofduct wrap materials will reduceside-wall transmission of unwantedsound as well as fan noise in theduct.The use of quality, quietappliances, air conditioners andfurnaces with well-balancedmotors and fans is recommendedto decrease noise transmissionalong the ducts.

*where available

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Recommended ProductsQuietZone® Acoustical Batts

QuietZone® Acoustic Floor Mat

QuietZone® Acoustic Sealant

R-12 Fiber Glass Insulation

R-13 Fiber Glass Insulation

QuietZone® Acoustical Batts inthe interior walls between roomssuch as bedrooms and adjoiningbathrooms, or between arecreation room and a den orstudy, will help keep the noiselevel between rooms way down.And don’t forget the floors – installQuietZone® in the ceiling of abasement room or a ground floorroom used for noisy activities suchas games, children’s play, loudmusic and group entertainment.Wherever you want peace andquiet: insulate!

Installation Procedure1. The first step in a noise controlproject is to seal all penetrationsin the walls, such as those forelectrical wires and outlets, usingan application of caulking or foamsealant around the sill plates. Anyplace where air leaks through is aplace where sound can also leakthrough.2. Place PINK® Fiber Glass Battsbetween exterior wall studs andQuietZone® Acoustical Battsbetween interior wall studs in theusual way.Then fasten resilientmetal channels across the studsaccording to the manufacturer’sinstructions.These light metalstrips provide a break to minimizesound waves passing through thestuds into the drywall. For addedsound reduction, perform thesame application to the ceiling.

3. Fasten the drywall to theresilient channels with screws.Ensure that screws do not comein contact with framing.

4. To increase noise controlperformance of a ceiling, placebatts up between the floor joistsand then attach the resilientchannels and complete the jobwith drywall. Use QuietZone®

Acoustic Floor Mat* on the floorabove to further reduce noisetransmission. For a basementsuspended ceiling system, installbatts between joists, staple a polyto the bottom of the joists, thenattach the suspension wires fortrack system to bottom of joists.5. Foam sealant should also beused to fill larger holes or gapsaround outlets and switches. Holesdrilled through studs or aroundpipes or wires running from roomto room or floor to floor shouldalso be filled. Use QuietZone®

Acoustic Sealant* to fill gaps,openings or other penetrations.

*where available

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MULTI-PURPOSE INSULATION

Size63.5 mm T x 381 mm W x 14.6 m L(21⁄2" T x 15" W x 48' L)

The same great insulation as our tried-and-true batts but in a small bag. It’sa handy size to insulate around pipes and heating or cooling ducts and toinsulate gaps around air-conditioners (use poly and red tape to achieve airand vapour barrier seal).

HOW TO SAVE EVEN MORE ENERGYRecommended Products

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OW TOSAVE EVEN MORE ENERGY

Saving the buck does not stop here. To thispoint, we’ve covered the biggest and mostobvious ways to insulate and save energy, butthe savings can add up even more when youattend to some of the smaller details aroundyour home.

Following are some smart tips on otherplaces you can use PINK® Fiber GlassInsulation to not only lessen heating andcooling costs, but also contribute to makingyour home a more comfortable place to be.

FRICTION FIT BATTS

Value Thickness Widths LengthsR mm in. mm in. mm in.12 89 31⁄2 381 15 1194 47*

584 2320** 152 6 381 15 1194 47*

584 2340 265 103⁄8 406 16 1219 48


Simply push these batts between standard framing members on 406 mm (16") or 609 mm (24") centres taking care not to compress theinsulation beyond the edges of the studs. Friction fit holds the batts inplace. Use a 0.15 mm (6 mil) polyethylene film on the warm-in-winterside as a vapour retarder.

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Solar energyThink about that big heater that

travels across the sky during manycold winter days. Orient windowsto take advantage of this free heat,and place furniture or masonryfeatures to soak it up for yourcomfort.The sun’s low position inthe winter sky lets its rays passwell into the interior throughvirtually any window position.

Shade To prevent this same sun from

overheating your home in summer,construct an overhang on southfacing walls to block out the rayswhen the sun is higher in the skyand much hotter.The cost of anextended overhang adds little toinitial construction but is effectivein reducing summer cooling.

HOW TO SAVE MORE ENERGYFireplaces

Fireplaces are not the mostefficient heating devices, althoughthey do add a sense of cosycomfort to any room.To preventunnecessary heat loss up thechimney when the fire is not lit,use a tight damper and keep theglass doors closed.

For an effective fire and freedomfrom drafts, supply combustion airfrom outside the house.

FurnacesAn energy efficient house is

much better sealed than an olderbuilding using standard construction.This means you must provideample combustion air to all typesof fuel burning equipment.

If these devices do not get enoughair they will not operate efficiently.Worse, they may emit toxic fumesor even reverse flue action to bringsmoke and gases into your house.

Sufficient combustion air maybe provided in several ways, thesimplest being an air duct fromoutside. Check with themanufacturer or installer of yourfurnace or with other heatingauthorities in your area.

ColourRoof colour over flat roofs or

cathedral ceilings can affect thetemperature inside. Even onconventional roofs, attictemperature can be altered byroof colour.

A dark roof will tend to absorbheat from the sun, while a lightcoloured roof will reflect the sun’srays, helping to reduce heat gain.

LandscapingIf you have the opportunity to

plant trees, locate them wherethey will add to your comfort. Atree that loses its leaves in winterwill provide welcome shade insummer without blocking the sun’swarmth in winter. Smaller treesnear a deck or patio will catch thesummer breeze and add a pleasantcooling effect.

Conifers planted in a row willhelp break chilly winds and deflecttheir full force from the walls ofyour house. Earth berms have asimilar effect by lifting the wind upand over a building. Check out theprevailing winter wind and protectyour house as much as possible.

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Recommended ProductsMult-Purpose Insulation




Installation Procedures

1.Wrap ductwork with batt insulationand poly, with taping of the poly tohold into position. Patch rips or tearsin vapour retarders before installingthe interior finish.

2. Use small strips for narrow areasand stuff small pieces behind electricalboxes but for sealing and insulatingaround windows and doors minimalexpanding foam sealant works best.Cover with poly and tape all jointsand edges to achieve an air tight seal.3.Wrap water heater with a fiberglass water heater blanket. (Use fiberglass water heater top on electricwater heaters only!)

4.The first step in an exterior wallor noise control project is to seal all

penetrations in the walls, such asthose for electrical wires and outlets,using an application of foam sealant.Any place that air could leak throughis a place where noise could leakthrough also.

Note: Use two small applications ofonly minimal expanding sealantaround windows and doors orjamming or misalignment may occur.

5. Insulation must be fitted properlyaround pipes, wiring, electrical boxesand heating ducts. On the exteriorwalls, the insulation must always beinstalled behind the water supplypipes.There should be no gaps orspaces between insulation pieces.These are places where energy wouldbe lost for the life of the house.

6.The hatchway into an attic is acommon source of heat loss. Besure to insulate the board itself byfastening insulation on it withadhesive. If you have a pull-downstairway, lay batts on and arounda built-up framework over theopening. Foam gaskets around hatch are also required.

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The suggestions and guidelines presented in this

booklet conform to established practices used

throughout the building construction industry. We

offer them in the belief that, if followed, they will

result in a well insulated home that deliver s

significant energy savings.

However, every house is different and Owens

Corning Canada Inc. offers no guarantee that the

results of your insulating project will achieve the

energy savings you may expect. You must use your

judgement in planning and installing insulation to gain

the best possible results.

If you are unsure about something, ask your building

supply dealer about the PINK® Fiber Glass and

Extruded Polystyrene insulating products you buy

and follow your dealer’s guidance about the best ways

to install them.

This booklet is based on normal

modern construction practices.

All materials recommended

in this booklet are

available from your

building supply dealer.

If you would like further

guidance or are interested in

advanced low energy building,

using special construction

approaches, please contact

Owens Corning Canada Inc.

for further information.

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