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DAP Reformulates Wall and Ceiling Spray Textures for Clog-Resistant Performance
- By DAP Global Inc
- Added on Oct 29, 2026
DAP has reformulated Orange Peel and Knockdown water-based spray textures to deliver clog-resistant performance for wall and ceiling repairs. The updated formulas provide powerful flow and a wide, even spray pattern to help match existing textures. A dual-adjustable nozzle controls spray direction and texture size. Available in 25-ounce cans, the low-odor textures are paintable, require no priming, and clean up with water, making them suitable for repairs to textured drywall, stucco and plaster. read more

Huntsman Building Solutions Launches Icynene® PrimeNM No-Mix Open-Cell Spray Foam
- By Huntsman Building Solutions
- Added on Oct 26, 2026
Huntsman Building Solutions introduces Icynene PrimeNM, a no-mix open-cell spray foam insulation designed for consistent application. The low-emission formula features GREENGUARD Gold certification and Appendix U compliance, eliminating the need for an additional ignition barrier in qualifying unvented attic assemblies. read more

Huntsman’s Heatlok® ECO and Classic LD-C-50 Spray Foam Earn Australian Made Certification
- By Architecture & Design Team
- Added on Oct 20, 2026
Huntsman Building Solutions’ Heatlok® ECO and Classic LD-C-50 spray foam systems have achieved Australian Made certification, reinforcing their local manufacturing credentials and supply reliability. Through Pacific Urethanes, the systems combine advanced spray foam technology with local technical expertise and project support, providing insulation and airtightness solutions for residential and commercial construction across Australia. read more

SEI Group Acquires Spray Foam Installer Greenhome of Utah
- By HBSDealer Staff
- Added on Oct 06, 2026
SEI Group LLC has acquired Greenhome Specialties, Inc., a Utah-based installer of fiberglass, spray foam and other insulation products. The acquisition marks SEI’s entry into Utah and expands its footprint to 45 branches across 14 states. Greenhome owner Kyle Tolman will remain president. Financial terms were not disclosed. read more

Freeze Happens
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Sep 30, 2026
Whitehorse, the capital of Yukon and the 64th-largest city in Canada, enjoys a relatively mild subarctic climate thanks to its location within the Whitehorse Valley. Even so, winter temperatures can plunge to -40°C, making freeze protection a critical consideration for underground infrastructure. Energy North Construction, based in Whitehorse, recently spoke with Spray Foam Magazine about one such project. read more

Spray Foam Magazine’s 2026 Fall Issue is LIVE
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Sep 30, 2026
Spray Foam Magazine is proud to announce the release of its Fall 2026 Issue, brought to you by Elastochem Specialty Chemicals Inc. read more

After-School Special
- By Danielle Macdonald
- Added on Sep 30, 2026
The thought of going back to school fills many people with dread. Nevertheless, there is one contractor in Chatham, Ontario, who doesn’t find the school environment intimidating at all. This contractor compared a recent spray foam project at a school to the environment of working in the spray foam industry—every day a crash course in learning and surviving. read more

“I’m a Certified Polyurea Applicator”
- By Dudley J. Primeaux II, PCS, CCI
- Added on Sep 30, 2026
I have seen some recent posts on social media lately that show either a sub-standard spray foam or polyurea spray application, and the comment is made that the specific contractor was certified. Whether you are a spray foam or polyurea contractor and applicator, commitment to the work is essential. Part of that commitment relates to receiving proper training and eventually levels of certification. read more

The Network Advantage
- By Eddie Canales, SPFA Membership Development Manager
- Added on Sep 30, 2026
If you supply the spray foam industry, the biggest deals and strongest partnerships are built through direct connections and insider knowledge. Manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors lose ground by missing the conversations and opportunities that drive growth. read more

Foam with a View
- By Ashley Brooks
- Added on Sep 30, 2026
Residential spray foam jobs are often straightforward: encapsulate a basement in a three-bedroom ranch, seal up an attic in a split-level, and move on to the next one. But every so often, a job comes along that’s sprinkled in some novelty. This time, it’s installing Genyk 2.0 Elite closed-cell spray foam.. read more

Respect the Recoat Window
- By Ashley Brooks
- Added on Sep 30, 2026
Just south of Houston in Texas City, Lagoonfest Texas draws crowds to the shores of Lago Mar, a 12-acre, 24-million-gallon crystal-clear lagoon. From the white-sand beaches surrounding Texas’ largest Crystal Lagoons® amenity to the well-appointed clubhouse and all it has to offer, Lago Mar offers exceptional amenities that invite you to relax and enjoy. read more

Spray Foam Insulation and Home Resale
- By Rick Duncan
- Added on Sep 30, 2026
Spray foam insulation is increasingly popular in new construction and retrofits because it provides effective air sealing and high R-values. Yet homeowners preparing to sell may wonder whether it will help or hurt resale. Its influence depends on installation quality, buyer perception, and local market awareness. read more