The expert guide to installing exterior rigid insulation | ROCKWOOL Comfortboard®

Travis Brungardt and Joe Cook from Catalyst Construction demonstrate how to install exterior insulation using ROCKWOOL Comfortboard 80 on their Waldo project. This detailed tutorial covers the step-by-step process of adding exterior insulation to walls and roofs, including the window flashing details, support mechanisms, and attachment methods. They also discuss the benefits of ROCKWOOL—its vapor openness, water resistance, and pest resistance—while emphasizing the importance of achieving continuous thermal insulation. Proper safety measures and tools used for cutting and installing ROCKWOOL stone wool insulation are also highlighted in this informative video.

00:00 – Benefits of continuous exterior insulation
02:42 – Step-by-step guide: installing ROCKWOOL Comfortboard 80
07:59 – Installing ROCKWOOL Comfortboard 80: handling corners and adding rainscreens
09:47 – Using a ramset tool to fasten Comfortboard 80 to sheathing
11:11 – How to integrate exterior insulation with a deck ledger board
11:59 – Expert tips for efficient installation of continuous insulation

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Why choose ROCKWOOL Comfortboard?

ROCKWOOL Comfortboard is the ideal choice for exterior insulation, offering superior thermal performance, moisture resistance, and fire resilience. Its rigid structure ensures long-lasting durability and enhances energy efficiency. Additionally, it provides excellent sound dampening and is made from sustainable materials. Choose Comfortboard for a high-performance, eco-friendly exterior insulation solution.

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