Icynene

Icynene water-blown, spray foam insulation and its use in new build, refurbishment and renovation projects. Icynene is suitable for domestic, commercial and public buildings, including schools and hospitals. It can also be used to insulate vehicles, including camper vans and buses.

Icynene was developed in Canada over 30 years ago as a safe alternative to urea formaldehyde insulation, and remains the only 100% waterblown insulation in the world. Icynene is distributed in over 38 countries and is the world’s best-selling open cell insulation. Icynene is only installed by Icynene trained and accredited installers.

Key benefits of Icynene

Low thermal conductivity: provides good thermal performance in new and existing structures

Non-irritant and hygienic: unlike many other spray foam insulations Icynene is totally inert, odorless and produces no harmful emissions after installation.

Air-tight: it expands in volume by up to 100 times after spraying, pushing its way into cracks and voids to form a complete seal to surfaces and cavities.

Vapour open: the open cell structure allows water vapour to diffuse through the foam, preventing harmful build up of moisture within a structure.

A good acoustic insulant: ideal for reducing sound transmission into and around buildings.

Does not sag: unlike other flexible insulants – such as mineral fibre and cellulose – which slump and sag over time, Icynene retains its shape, giving long term thermal performance.

Performance

  • Structural
  • Icynene foam is self supporting and does not slump or sag. It is sufficiently flexible to allow differential movement of the materials to which it is bonded without delaminating from the surface.
  • Chemical
  • Icynene foam can be sprayed directly onto zinc without causing corrosion. It is compatible with most common chemicals occurring in construction.
  • Fire
  • Like most other foams Icynene foam is combustible and must be protected from naked flames and ignition sources. When Icynene foam is installed in a timber structure behind 12mm plasterboard the structure achieves a fire rating of B-s1, d0.
  • Environmental
  • Icynene spray foam does not contain any chemical blowing agents, HFCs or PBDEs. It has a Global Warming Potential (GWP) of 1 and an Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) of 0.
  • Biological
  • Icynene does not support the growth of mould or fungus and is not a food source for rodents or insects.
  • Durability
  • Icynene spray foam can be expected to last for the life time of the building.

Manufacturer/Supplier

Icynene foam insulation is only applied only approved contractors who have undergone Icynene’s rigorous training procedures and is guaranteed for 25 years after installation.

Technical Support

Icynene offers a comprehensive technical support service for designers and building owners:

  • Site inspections

  • U-value calculations

  • Condensation risk analysis

  • Design advice