2012 Hot 50 Editor Picks: Insulation and Air Sealing

DuPont Tyvek "ThermaWrap": The product offers "breathable protection" by means of a low-E metallized surface that offers R-2 thermal resistance in a wall cavity - when facing a minimum 3/4" air space.  www2.dupont.com

Icynene Spray Foam: The company's Builder Advantage Program helps pros demonstrate the energy savings their clients can expect if they specify Icynene.  Using REM/Design energy analysis software, Icynene provides an estimate of the energy payback for any floorplan. www.icynene.com

Knauf "EcoSeal" System:  EcoSeal products are water-based, contain no solvents or hazardous materials, and are low -VOC (less than .3%). No CFCs or HCFCs are used in the manufacturing or installation of the product. www.ecoseal.knaufinsulation.us/

Johns Manville Hybrid System with "JM Spider"
and Spray Foam: This product is especially useful in areas that
are challenging to seal - such as spaces that connect to the
garage, within tub and shower enclosures, at the rim/band
joist, around electrical outlets and pipes/tubing and at
building transitions such as wall-to-roof. www.specjm.com