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They obviously messed up the formulation or put regular insulation foam into these cans.
I like some how some flipper scum has already bought a bunch and listed on Amazon for $8.
Also, the size of the can is weird. Says it's 12oz but its in a can the size of a 20oz.
UPDATE: I went and bought a few cans. I'll use them for foam packing casts.
I get why people are reviewing these poorly. It's just regular foam, not the low-expansion denser type of foam that I associate with window frames.
The cans are actually 12oz, not 20oz. The picture is just not accurate.
This is cheap foam. I would suggest using it for crack and maybe indoor plumbing insulation fill, and packing, but not doors and frames. This stuff is on clearance for a reason.
FYI, for cleanup, use cheap acetone (fingernail polish remover) from Wal-Mart. Squirt a tiny amount down the spray nozzle and tube and it all just melts out.
UPDATE 2: I just discovered all of my cans have an expiration date of May 2024. See my comment on page 3 regarding that.
I bought some 2 weeks ago for $2.97… reviews are accurate. If you're using it on a project you don't care about then sure… but I stopped using it and went and bought another brand that was much better to work with
Also, if you live by Menards, they often run a solid deal on the GE solid white branded one. I paid $3.00 for them after instant sale price. $2.70 after rebate
ALL foam has the ability to bend frames and such because they all expand as they are sprayed in and dry.
There's low expanding foam, or safer caulk/construction adhesive.
I think the window/door designation here is supposed to mean that it's low expanding foam. It also says minimal pressure to avoid bowing frames in the description. So the comment and reviews check out. This product may be fine if you simply take it for regular expanding foam, for use among rigid framing or whatever.
ALL foam has the ability to bend frames and such because they all expand as they are sprayed in and dry.
There's low expanding foam, or safer caulk/construction adhesive.
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I think the window/door designation here is supposed to mean that it's low expanding foam. It also says minimal pressure to avoid bowing frames in the description. So the comment and reviews check out. This product may be fine if you simply take it for regular expanding foam, for use among rigid framing or whatever.
I would definitely stay away. That's why it's $2 compared to Great Stuff. Not worth warping frames and cleaning up the supposed "minimal expansion".
I would say otherwise, try it out. I used it and happy with it (not on windows/door, but to fill gaps between cabinets/2x4 frames). Just to make sure not to spill and clean it immediately. I got 2 more for future use.
It can release harmful fumes during application, so it's important to use it in a well-ventilated area. Once cured, the foam is generally considered inert and safe.
It can release harmful fumes during application, so it's important to use it in a well-ventilated area. Once cured, the foam is generally considered inert and safe.
Does that mean it contains petroleum? I wonder if it can be easily removed from clothing without using Acetone
You could as it says it is indoor/outdoor and fire resistant. I'd check how hot that area gets and the specifics in the product warnings regarding heat. You'll also likely still need to finish off with caulk for true weatherproofing as water will find a way to seep in.
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I like some how some flipper scum has already bought a bunch and listed on Amazon for $8.
Also, the size of the can is weird. Says it's 12oz but its in a can the size of a 20oz.
UPDATE: I went and bought a few cans. I'll use them for foam packing casts.
I get why people are reviewing these poorly. It's just regular foam, not the low-expansion denser type of foam that I associate with window frames.
The cans are actually 12oz, not 20oz. The picture is just not accurate.
This is cheap foam. I would suggest using it for crack and maybe indoor plumbing insulation fill, and packing, but not doors and frames. This stuff is on clearance for a reason.
FYI, for cleanup, use cheap acetone (fingernail polish remover) from Wal-Mart. Squirt a tiny amount down the spray nozzle and tube and it all just melts out.
UPDATE 2: I just discovered all of my cans have an expiration date of May 2024. See my comment on page 3 regarding that.
Also, if you live by Menards, they often run a solid deal on the GE solid white branded one. I paid $3.00 for them after instant sale price. $2.70 after rebate
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There's low expanding foam, or safer caulk/construction adhesive.
There's low expanding foam, or safer caulk/construction adhesive.
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