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INSULATION TYPES AND INSTALLATION  STANDARDS--
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International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
2009 Standards for residential building projects.  Information on insulation needs for ceilings, walls, floors, and windows in all U.S. climate zones.

Building Energy Codes Program:  Perimeter Slab-edge insulating techniques
U.S. Dept of Energy


Information about polyurethane foam
Details on spray on and foam board applications
U.S. Dept of Energy


Insulation information about fiberglass batts & blow-in insulation materials
U.S. Dept of Energy

Cotton compared to fiberglass insulation

A report showing the thermal and sound performance
Build it Green
Soy-Urethane spray foam mix
Urethane Soy systems, SD  U.S.A.

SoyTherm 50 
Evaluation report by IAPMO (International Asso of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials) on this spray foam product

A urethane-soy mixture in spray foam, Springdale, AR  U.S.A.
Bio-Based Insulation Company

News release on Bio-Based Insulation 
product testing and performance
Company claim that USDA has approved applications in attics w/o ignition barrier

Radiant Barrier OSB Roof Sheathing
This aluminum-clad product by Georgia Pacific reflects
over 90% of the sun's heat away from your attic interior.  It's a natural for hot climates.
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