Polyurethane foam insulation gun jammed. Is there a way to fix it?



I have a polyurethane foam insulation gun like this:
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I left the insulation can attached to it for months and the foam dried up inside of the barrel. Is there a way I can clear it out or is the gun trash now?

Any tech difference if i use 2 layers of75mm thick rockwool instead of 150 mm 1 layer in oven hot insulation?



for oven OT 100 deg.c rockwool 150 mmof 128 kg/m3 density has been recommended. if i use 75mm in two layers instead of 150 mm single layer, any technical difference, how.

How To Take off Foam Insulation?



I put foam insulation in the cracks around my windows a few months ago,but what’s a way that I can get it off without damaging my windows? I peeled some of the foam bubble that formed but there’s still residue left on the window.

Going Green With Eco Friendly Insulation



As more homeowners turn toward green building and construction practices, the use of eco-friendly insulation and other recycled materials is becoming a popular choice for many. Eco-friendly insulation is designed with organic fibers, eco-friendly fiberglass and non-toxic spray foam, which can even be of higher quality than standard insulation materials. Not only does it help protect the home environment, [...]

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If I use foam insulation in the exterior walls do I need a vapor barrier?



Should I still us a poly sheeting over the inside wall?
(Using foam sheets, not expanding/sprayed foam)
insulation with a poly sheeting or kraft faced fiberglass? Which would you recommend?

How do you replace the foam insulation between your outside door and the door jam?



My dog has a habit of scratching at the outside door and has scratched away some of the foam insuation between the door and the door jam. There is a thin layer of this foam looking stuff all around the door jam with a metal guard. It’s about an inch or so wide. Now that the weather is getting [...]

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Does anyone have experience with foam blown insulation for a home?



We have a two-story, 2,000sqf home, 1950’s, and judging by the draft coming through all of the electrical outlets, door jams, corner cracks, etc, I don’t think there’s any insulation left in it. I know how to take care of the outlets, but I’ve heard about the foam being blown in by a contractor. How many holes [...]

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Where can I get information on DIY foam insulation kits ? ?



Hey there, I’m trying to insulate my barn and I’ve got some answers to ask about these DIY foam insulation kits. I’ve read online that DIY foam insulation kits are very popular now and are actually way cheaper but haven’t quite found a site that’s offering good information.

Could anyone please suggest a site that’s got good information on [...]

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