Insulfoam garage door insulation kit, Digi Mart USA News: Garages typically aren’t insulated, and in colder months they can become uncomfortably cold. That can be a problem if the space is used as a workshop, gym or gathering spot, and heat loss can force a home’s HVAC system to work harder, potentially raising utility bills.
The publisher’s article points to the Insulfoam Garage Door Insulation Kit sold at Lowe’s as one do-it-yourself option for making a garage more comfortable and energy-efficient.
According to the publisher, each kit costs about $70 and includes eight foam panels measuring 54 inches wide, 20¼ inches high and 1¼ inches deep. Installation involves measuring the garage door, cutting the panels to fit and sliding them in.
The manufacturer states that one kit will insulate a standard 8- to 9-foot garage door.
The publisher reports that the kit has more than 1,000 reviews on the Lowe’s website, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. Many buyers said they purchased it to warm their garages in winter, and the article notes it can also help keep spaces cooler in summer.
Some reviewers reported temperature changes of 5 to 10 degrees, while one customer said their garage was around 30 degrees warmer than before during winter.
The manufacturer says installation usually takes less than an hour, and several reviewers said they completed the job in an hour or less for a two-car garage. Reviewers suggested double- or triple-checking measurements before cutting, because trimming too much could leave gaps where heat can escape.
The article also discusses windows on garage doors, noting that they can be covered, weatherstripped or framed with insulation panels, with the caveat that visible foam may affect curb appeal.
The publisher also notes a drawback mentioned by some customers: the foam pieces can break easily and create a mess, which could add to clean-up time for the project.
