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Air leaks account for 2540% of the
energy used for heating and cooling a
typical home.*
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
Fill leaks throughout the home with air sealing products from Dow.
GREAT STUFF
™
Insulating Foam Sealants are practical, low-cost and
easy-to-use solutions for long-term energy efficiency and money savings.
Stop Air Leaks with GREAT STUFF
™
Insulating Foam Sealants
®™Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”) or an affiliated company of Dow
* Source: www.energystar.gov
**In this study conducted by Dow and D.R. Nelson & Associates, air loss was measured
using blower door tests. Potential energy savings were estimated using REM Home
Energy Analysis Software. Results vary based on construction, style, year built and other
unique home characteristics. Participating homeowners were current employees of Dow.
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Attic Hatch
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Hose Bib
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Window and Door
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HVAC
Main Electrical Panel
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Dryer Vent
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Plumbing
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Electrical Outlets
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Sill Plate
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Rim Joist
Savings realized after
air sealing during a
recent study
**
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Rim Joist and Sill Plate Penetrations
• Average annual savings: $44
• Average payback time: 9.4 months
Plumbing Penetrations Under Sinks
• Average annual savings: $45
• Average payback time: 2 weeks
Wall-Floor Junction Gap
• Average annual savings: $6
• Average payback time: 1.1 months
Recessed Lighting Can Exterior to
Drywall
• Average annual savings: $12
• Average payback time: 2.5 months
Two Windows
• Average annual savings: $27
• Average payback time: 2.7 months
Savings Summary
According to the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET),
proper insulating and air sealing can help lower heating and
cooling costs by up to 30%.
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Form No. 179-15130-1115 CDP
178-15128-1115 CDP
Key Sources of Energy Loss in a Home where GREAT STUFF
™
Insulating Foam Sealants Can Be Used.
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location to another and may change with time, Customer is responsible for determining whether products and the information in this document are appropriate
for Customer’s use and for ensuring that Customer’s workplace and disposal practices are in compliance with applicable laws and other government enactments.
The product shown in this literature may not be available for sale and/or available in all geographies where Dow is represented. The claims made may not have
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Dow Polyurethane Foam Insulation and Sealants
CAUTION: When cured, these products are combustible and will burn if exposed to open flame or sparks from high-energy sources. Do not expose to temperatures
above 240ºF (116ºC). For more information, consult (Material) Safety Data Sheet ((M)SDS), call Dow at 1866583BLUE (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. When air sealing buildings, ensure that combustion appliances,
such as furnaces, water heaters, wood burning stoves, gas stoves and gas dryers are properly vented to the outside. See website: http://www.epa.gov/iaq/homes/
hip-ventilation.html. In Canada visit: http://archive.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/ibp/irc/bsi/83-house-ventilation.html.
GREAT STUFF™ sealant and adhesive products contain isocyanate and a flammable blowing agent. Read all instructions and (M)SDS carefully before use.
Eliminate all sources of ignition before use. Cover all skin. Wear long sleeves, gloves, and safety glasses or goggles. Provide adequate ventilation or wear proper
respiratory protection. Contents under pressure. Not to be used for filling closed cavities or voids such as behind walls and under tub surrounds.
Building and/or construction practices unrelated to building materials could greatly affect moisture and the potential for mold
formation. No material supplier including Dow can give assurance that mold will not develop in any specific system.