Insulating glass prevents significant heat transfer into and out of a building by trapping air or noble gas between two pieces of glass

Insulation Glass Adhesive prevents significant heat transfer into and out of a building by trapping air or noble gas between two pieces of glass. The complete units are called insulating glass units (IG).

Secondary seals of insulating glazing require silicones with outstanding tooling and bonding properties. Sikasil IG silicone sealants are specifically formulated for these applications.

Window Heat Insulation

Keeping summer heat and winter cold from seeping into your home through windows is one of the best ways to lower your utility bills. And, unlike other methods of insulating a home, window insulation film is relatively inexpensive and easy to install yourself.

Most window insulation films come with adhesive or static cling backings. Adhesive options are better in most climates because they'll stick to windows and stay put even with high humidity and cold temperatures. Static cling film might not work as well in colder climates because it could easily peel or lose its grip.

Some insulating films are designed to have tints or reflective qualities to increase solar energy efficiency and reduce heat gain. Others are specifically low-e, which means they're good at reflecting and blocking UV light. Regardless of which type of insulation you choose, be sure to measure your windows first. If your windows are very tall, you might have to splice sheets or extend them with wide clear mailing tape (which could possibly lift paint). Also consider whether you plan to use your window blinds.

Door Insulation

Door windows are the main reason that homes lose or gain heat, and insulating them is a simple way to lower energy bills. You can use plastic film insulation kits that can be cut to fit any door size or type and are easy to apply using double-sided tape. These insulation kits can be purchased at hardware stores and will help to significantly reduce energy costs.

Double pane insulated glass is a popular option for residential doors, and it can offer increased energy efficiency and noise reduction. It also helps to maintain a consistent indoor temperature and can improve air quality.

Desiccants, spacers and structural foam materials can be used to provide a secondary seal that locks out moisture. These components can also improve the insulating performance of IG units. IG fabricators and shop floor teams should understand what material or fabrication process steps harbor the root causes of degradation and learn how to properly use compatible sealants, desiccants, spacers and in-fill gases for long-term performance.

Wall Insulation

To insulate walls, first remove the drywall and any exposed nails. Identify any drafting areas-seams where you feel air leakage or see daylight-and mark them with tape or a pen. Often these are places where drywall isn’t properly installed or where there is damage that needs to be fixed.

To save time, consider pre-applying a vapor-retardant poly film over the insulation before installing. This will make it easier to move the insulation around behind wires and piping. You can also use cotton (recycled from old jeans), mineral or sheep wool, or cellulose-based insulation to insulate walls.

Foil-backed EPS is another alternative to fiberglass. It has the advantage of stopping more moisture than traditional 6mil polyethylene vapour barriers, which helps prevent moisture damage in high performance stud wall designs. It can be used as a standalone insulator or in combination with a vapour barrier. Foil-backed EPS has the added benefit of having a lower thermal resistance than unfaced fiberglass insulation.

Roof Insulation

Various types of rigid board insulation and cover boards bonded with low-rise polyurethane adhesives are used for roof applications. These include vapor barrier membranes, base sheets and gypsum board. Managers also have the option of using a sprayable or pourable roofing insulation adhesive for the attachment of insulation to a wide range of substrates. This is particularly advantageous where asphalt odors are objectionable or when asphalt delivery to the roof surface is impractical.

Rigid board insulation consists of an insulating core with a facer material, such as organic or inorganic felt facers, glass fiber mat facers or aluminum foil facers. A foaming agent is then impregnated into the material, and when heated it expands into a uniform closed-cell insulating material.

Foil insulation consists of reflective foils that create a barrier against radiant heat transfer, and it is available in different densities. Other types of bulk insulation include fiberglass – made from recycled glass materials and hypoallergenic, durable and affordable – and polyester.