Product Information Sheet

DuPont™ Styrofoam™ Brand

Square Edge XPS Foam Insulation
Water-Resistant Insulation for Attics, Foundations and Crawl Spaces
FEATURES/BENEFITS
Description See Table 1 for product and packaging data. Available lengths and
DuPont™ Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Extruded Polystyrene edge configurations vary by thickness. Not all product sizes are
(XPS) Foam Insulation* is an extruded polystyrene foam (XPS) available in all parts of the country. Contact your local DuPont
insulation board that meets the needs of the commercial representative for details.
foundation and building floor slab market and can also be used
Ease of Use
for attics, foundations/slabs and crawl spaces in residential
Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation boards:
applications.
• are easy to handle, cut using a utility knife or serrated blade,
With more than 60 years of proven performance in wet and install
environments, the closed-cell structure of Styrofoam™ Brand • provide a weather resistant barrier to enhance the building’s
Square Edge Insulation resists water pickup, enabling it to retain resistance to air and moisture penetration
a high R-value** over time – a necessary property in wet,
• can be used in a number of applications like sheathing, foundation
below-grade commercial foundation applications.
walls, masonry cavity walls, attics, crawl spaces, and more
Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation is classified as a Type • come in a wide selection of sizes and thicknesses
IV product when tested in accordance with ASTM C578 and • have a minimum compressive strength of 25 psi and a flexural
provides a long term insulating performance of R-5 per inch. strength of 50 psi
• are designed to ensure energy efficiency and minimize on-site
Sustainable Solutions cutting and waste
• Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation is reusable in many • are resistant to degradation from soil components and will
applications. retain insulating performance characteristics after prolonged
• Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation uses BluEdge™ exposure to moisture
technology. It is hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) free with zero • provide a secondary barrier against groundwater leakage
ozone depletion potential. • help protect foundation dampproofing and waterproofing,
• Styrofoam™ Brand insulation products produced in North especially during backfilling
America contain an average of 20% pre-consumer recycled • minimize the freeze-thaw cycling of the foundation, reducing
content certified by UL Environment Inc. the potential for cracking
Available Sizes • warm the foundation, reducing the potential for condensation
• Width and length: 2’ x 8’ and 4’ x 8’ • will not corrode, rot or support mold growth
• Thickness: .75”, 1”, 1.5”, 2”, 2.5”, 3”, 4” • are compliant with international building codes and standards

* Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation is a former product of The Dow Chemical Company
TABLE 1: Product and Packaging Data for Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge XPS Foam Insulation
Thickness Product Dimensions Pallet Dimensions Board Feet Bundles Pieces Pieces
(in) (in.) (ft.) per Pallet per Unit per Bundle per Pallet
1 1 x 48 x 96 4x8x8 3072 8 12 96
1.5 1.5 x 48 x 96 4x8x8 3072 8 8 64
2 2 x 48 x 96 4x8x8 3072 8 6 48
2.5 2.5 x 48 x 96 4x8x8 2800 7 5 35
3 3 x 48 x 96 4x8x8 3072 8 4 32
3.5 3.5 x 48 x 96 4x8x8 2688 8 3 24
4 4 x 48 x 96 4x8x8 3072 8 3 24
* R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power. R-value determined by ASTM C518.

PROPERTIES
DuPont™ Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Foam Insulation exhibits physical properties as indicated in
Table 2 when tested as represented. Review all instructions and (Material) Safety Data Sheet ((M)SDS) before use. Please contact
DuPont at 1-866-583-2583 when additional guidance is required for writing specifications that include this product.

TABLE 2: Physical Properties of Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge XPS Foam Insulation

Test Method Property Typical Value Units

Thermal Resistance1 per inch
@ 75°F mean temp. 5.0
ASTM C518 ft2•h•°F/Btu, R-value, min.
@ 40°F mean temp. 5.4
@ 25°F mean temp. 5.6
ASTM D1621 Compressive Strength2 25 psi, min.
ASTM C272 Water Absorption 0.1 % by volume, max.
ASTM E96 Water Vapor Permeance3 1.5 perm, max.
– Maximum Use Temperature 165 °F
ASTM D696 Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion 3.5 x 10-5 in/in•°F
ASTM C203 Flexural Strength 50 psi, min.
Surface Burning Characteristics for
both foam core and finished product Class A
ASTM E84
Flame Spread 25
Smoke Developed <450
1
R-values are consistent with criteria of ASTM C578 and the requirements of the FTC R-value rule (16 CFR Part 460).
2
Vertical compressive strength is measured at 10 percent deformation or at yield, whichever occurs first.

INSTALLATION
Use Conditions Application
Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation can be used against • Use a polystyrene-compatible adhesive to hold the boards in
commercial interior walls and exterior foundation walls in place during backfilling.
above- and below-grade applications. Styrofoam™ Brand Square • Apply caulk or mastic to the top of the board to prevent water
Edge can be used under the slab or over the deck or subfloor and infiltration behind the insulation.
is suitable for use in pervious, semi-pervious and practically • To complete the installation, parge the above-grade portions of
impervious soils. Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation to protect from solar
radiation.
Preparation
It is recommended that any masonry irregularities or jagged
surfaces on the foundation wall or slab be removed prior to
installation. Below-grade walls should be protected from moisture
leakage and dampness prior to installation of Styrofoam™ Brand
Square Edge Insulation. Code-approved drainage systems should
be installed. Ensure foundation drainage meets local codes.
TESTING
Applicable Standards Notice
DuPont™ Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Extruded Polystyrene Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation complies with the
(XPS) Foam Insulation meets ASTM C578, Type IV –Standard following codes:
Specification for Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation.
• International Residential Code (IRC) and International Building
Applicable standards include:
Code (IBC), see ESR-2142
• C518 – Standard Test Method for Steady-State Thermal • Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) Classified, see Classification
Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat Flow Meter Certificate D369
Apparatus
• Calif. Std. Reg. # CA T064 Florida Building Code FL 3835
• D1621 – Standard Test Method for Compressive Properties of
• Factory Mutual Approved – Subject to conditions of approval as
Rigid Cellular Plastics
a roof insulation when installed as described in the current
• E96 – Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of edition of the FM Approval Guide
Materials
• D696 – Standard Test Method for Coefficient of Linear Thermal Warranty
Expansion of Plastics Between -30°C and 30°C with a Vitreous In the United States, a 50-year thermal limited warranty is
Silica Dilatometer available on Styrofoam™ products 1.5 inches and greater.
• C203 – Standard Test Methods for Breaking Load and Flexural For thickness less than 1.5 inches, other warranties may apply.
Properties of Block-Type Thermal Insulation Warranties are available as described at
building.dupont.com/warranties.
• D2126 – Standard Test Method for Response of Rigid Cellular
Plastics to Thermal and Humid Aging
• C272 – Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Core
Materials for Structural Sandwich Construction

HANDLING
WARNING: For Professional Use Only. Read and follow the entire Safety, Handling, and Storage section and the Safety Data Sheets
(SDSs, formerly MSDSs or Material Safety Data Sheets) carefully before use. The information below is designed to protect the user
and allow for safe use and handling of DuPont products. Follow all applicable federal, state, local and employer regulations.

Precautionary Statements
Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation is combustible; protect
from high heat sources. A protective barrier or thermal barrier may
be required as specified in the local building codes. For more
information, consult the SDS, call DuPont at 1-866-583-2583 or
contact your local building inspector.
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information herein is not intended for use by non-professional designers, applicators or other persons who do not purchase or utilize this product in the normal course of their business.

DuPont™ Styrofoam™ Brand Extruded Polystyrene Foam Insulation

CAUTION: This product is combustible. Protect from high heat sources. A protective barrier or thermal barrier may be required as specified in the appropriate building code. For more information, consult
(Material) Safety Data Sheet ((M)SDS), call DuPont at 1-866-583-2583 or contact your local building inspector. In an emergency, call 1-989-636-4400 in the U.S. or 1-519-339-3711 in Canada.
WARNING: Rigid foam insulation does not constitute a working walkable surface or qualify as a fall protection product.
Building and/or construction practices unrelated to building materials could greatly affect moisture and the potential for mold formation. No material supplier including DuPont can give assurance that
mold will not develop in any specific system.
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