rigid foam
Hard cellular plastic
Rigid foam is a type of insulation or structural material that holds its shape, unlike flexible foams that compress and spring back.
Made from polystyrene, polyurethane, or similar polymers, it comes in boards or panels used in construction for thermal insulation: We installed rigid foam beneath the siding.
The term distinguishes it from soft foams used in cushions or mattresses.
- polystyreneLightweight synthetic foam plastic
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- thermal insulationMaterial preventing heat transfer
- extrusionPushing through a die
- rigidityState of being unbending
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- foamshaving cream, Styrofoam, meringue, whipped cream, mousse
- polyurethanepolyol, TDI, polyester, CPU
- foam boards
- polymerspolymer, elastomers, monomer, silicone rubber, copolymer
- sign materialsacrylic, aluminum, PVC, vinyl, acrylic sheet
- foam panelsacoustic panels
material composition
rigid foamfiberglass
Reinforced woven strand composite
mineral wool · rock wool · wool insulation · fiberglass insulation