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Where to buy 2" thick foam board insulation?
Posted on 5/4/16 at 12:02 pm
Posted on 5/4/16 at 12:02 pm
I'm in the middle of a project replacing the plywood floor in my aluminum bass boat and also need to change out the flotation foam beneath the floor that's waterlogged. I've read on iBoats forums that a good easy fix for changing out the foam (without getting the pour-in stuff that may require extra knowledge to mix, etc.) is to go with the pink foam board found in hardware stores. This stuff is also "closed cell" so shouldn't soak up water it may come into contact with on occasion.
However, the problem is that I need the stuff to be 2" thick which seems to be impossible to find in any of the stores I've checked (Home Depot, Lowes, Stein, etc.) - they only have either 1/2" or 3/4" thick. Sure, I realize that I could just layer up the thinner stuff, but I've got to cut it into sections and I would rather just be able to go through one series of the cuts I need, not double, triple, or more. I could otherwise try to layer first, then cut all at once but would probably end up with non-uniform cuts in either situation....just seems like I should be able to find the 2" thick stuff and get this over with. Also, buying multiple thin layers might cost a bit more anyway.
I know Owens Corning makes it 2" thick because I see it on their website. I've already called them and they referred me to a local store who doesn't stock insulation but they're checking on special ordering for me. I just decided to go ahead and throw a Hail Mary on here too at the same time.
Geez, didn't realize it would be this hard to get the stuff.
However, the problem is that I need the stuff to be 2" thick which seems to be impossible to find in any of the stores I've checked (Home Depot, Lowes, Stein, etc.) - they only have either 1/2" or 3/4" thick. Sure, I realize that I could just layer up the thinner stuff, but I've got to cut it into sections and I would rather just be able to go through one series of the cuts I need, not double, triple, or more. I could otherwise try to layer first, then cut all at once but would probably end up with non-uniform cuts in either situation....just seems like I should be able to find the 2" thick stuff and get this over with. Also, buying multiple thin layers might cost a bit more anyway.
I know Owens Corning makes it 2" thick because I see it on their website. I've already called them and they referred me to a local store who doesn't stock insulation but they're checking on special ordering for me. I just decided to go ahead and throw a Hail Mary on here too at the same time.
Geez, didn't realize it would be this hard to get the stuff.
This post was edited on 5/4/16 at 12:04 pm
Posted on 5/4/16 at 12:22 pm to ThaRealBigBen
Try Distribution International in Port Allen. I buy insulation products from them for stuff at work.
387-2536 (lady named Karen should answer)
387-2536 (lady named Karen should answer)
This post was edited on 5/4/16 at 12:25 pm
Posted on 5/4/16 at 12:37 pm to ThaRealBigBen
Heating/ac supply houses should have or be able to get you Owens Corning 704 insulation boards at 2in thick.
You can also get it on amazon.
Eta: my bad didn't fully read that you were looking for closed cell for your boat. You don't want 704.:)
You can also get it on amazon.
Eta: my bad didn't fully read that you were looking for closed cell for your boat. You don't want 704.:)
This post was edited on 5/4/16 at 12:41 pm
Posted on 5/4/16 at 1:03 pm to ThaRealBigBen
A commercial roofing supply house has insulation in different thicknesses. They use the insulation screwed to flat roof metal decks and install the roof membrane on top of that.
Posted on 5/4/16 at 2:46 pm to doublecutter
I have a yard full of it, left over from various commercial roofing projects. I'd give you some, I'm in shreveport though.
Posted on 5/4/16 at 2:56 pm to ThaRealBigBen
Any of your commercial construction material places will have it. Ram Tool, Construction Materials, etc.
Posted on 5/4/16 at 3:18 pm to ThaRealBigBen
as others have said what you want is roofing insulation.
it comes paper faced or foil faced
it comes paper faced or foil faced
Posted on 5/4/16 at 5:14 pm to ThaRealBigBen
Buy a sheet rock ruler, cut your 4x8 sheets to basic size that will fit your sections. Glue them together with liquid nails, then use an electric filet/carving knife to shave it to match the section. If you need to round the edges, etc. At about $10 bucks a sheet, most practical way to do it. Construction supply will probably be able to get thicker than 1/2, just compare cost per sheet.
Posted on 5/4/16 at 8:23 pm to tiger94gop
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Glue them together with liquid nails
I would recommend 3M 5200 over liquid nails for any marine application.
Posted on 5/4/16 at 8:30 pm to terd ferguson
Winroc-SPI for the win...you should get them to price a few things for you to compare to DI. Think you'll be shocked at price difference.
This post was edited on 5/4/16 at 8:32 pm
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