PU foam board offers one of the highest R-values among insulation materials, typically ranging from R-6 to R-7 per inch (RSI 0.043-0.049 per mm). This high thermal resistance results from the insulating gas (typically pentane or similar blowing agents) trapped in its closed-cell structure. The actual value depends on density, thickness, and facing material, but it’s consistently 25-40% more efficient per inch than most competing insulation materials.

