Type	R-Value/25mm	Density (kg/m³)	Common Forms	Applications	Cost/m²
BULK INSULATION
Glass Wool	0.6-0.7	10-28	Batts, Rolls	Walls, Ceiling	$
Rock Wool	0.7-0.8	30-100	Batts, Boards	Fire-rated, Acoustic	$$
Polyester	0.5-0.6	8-20	Batts, Rolls	Allergy-friendly	$$
RIGID BOARDS
EPS	0.6-0.7	15-30	Boards	Walls, Floors	$$
XPS	0.7-0.8	30-40	Boards	Under-slab, Walls	$$$
PIR/PUR	1.0-1.2	30-40	Boards	High-performance	$$$$
REFLECTIVE
Foil	N/A	N/A	Sheets	Roofs, Walls	$
Multi-layer	N/A	N/A	Blankets	Roofs, Walls	$$
SPECIALTY
Aerogel	2.0-2.5	70-150	Blankets	High-tech, Thin	$$$$$
Vacuum Panels	5.0-6.0	150-200	Panels	Ultra-high performance	$$$$$

Typical R-Values (Total):

1. Ceiling/Roof:

• Cold climate: R5.0-R6.0
• Temperate: R4.0-R5.0
• Hot climate: R3.0-R4.0

2. Walls:

• Cold climate: R2.5-R3.0
• Temperate: R2.0-R2.5
• Hot climate: R1.5-R2.0

3. Floors:

• Suspended: R2.0-R2.5
• Slab edge: R1.0-R2.0

Key Properties:

Fire Performance:

• Non-combustible: Rock Wool, Glass Wool
• Combustible: EPS, XPS, Polyester
• Fire-retardant available: Most types

Moisture Resistance:

• Excellent: XPS, PIR
• Good: Rock Wool
• Poor: Glass Wool (unless treated)

Acoustic Properties:

• Excellent: Rock Wool
• Good: Glass Wool, Polyester
• Poor: Rigid Foam Boards

Installation Considerations:

1. Ease of Installation:

• DIY-friendly: Batts, Rolls
• Professional: Rigid Boards
• Specialized: Vacuum Panels

2. Space Requirements:

• Minimal: Aerogel, Vacuum Panels
• Standard: Batts, Boards
• Variable: Reflective

Cost Guide:
$ = Basic ($10-20/m²)
$$ = Standard ($20-40/m²)
$$$ = Premium ($40-60/m²)
$$$$ = Luxury ($60-100/m²)
$$$$$ = Ultra Premium ($100+/m²)

Environmental Impact:

• Recycled content
• VOC emissions
• Ozone depletion potential
• Global warming potential

Health & Safety:

• PPE requirements
• Dust levels
• Skin irritation
• Respiratory protection

Note:

• R-values vary by product
• Installation quality crucial
• Local codes apply
• Climate zones affect choice
• Condensation risk assessment needed