What is spray foam?

Spray polyurethane foam (or SPF) is an insulating foam plastic that is installed by spraying it in liquid form, which then expands. Specialized equipment and proper technical training is necessary to apply SPF correctly and get the best results. Urethane foam's raw materials can be adjusted to fit many different needs and be used to create semi-rigid thermal insulation, and high density, water-resistant roofing foam.

Some of the applications SPF can be utilized for:

· Industrial insulation (pipes and tanks; cold storage facilities; freezers; walk-in coolers; climate-controlled buildings)
· Commercial and residential insulation (walls, ceilings, attics, basements)
· Roofing
· Flotation (boats, ships, barges, floating docks)
· Increased structural strength of wings in airplanes
· Air barriers

The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) is the educational and technical voice for the industry. Since 1987, the SPFA has worked to educate the construction industry on the benefits of SPF, and with contractors to maintain proper training and use. The SPFA's relationships with the American Chemistry Council and the Center for Polyurethanes Industry has enabled the alliance to better serve the industry's business needs on local and statewide issues.