Insulation/Spray Foam

I can't answer to the VOC aspect. I can tell you a good 2" of closed cell will make a big difference in sound and temps. It solidified my 40x60x16. Herr in zone 5B I heat the entire shop with a single residential wood stove and cool with a evaporative cooler. Prices have come down in my area significantly as there are now multiple companies offering spray foam. While it's still not the most affordable way I believe you get what you pay for with spray foam. Batt/blow in insulation doesn't seal and add to structure like closed cell.
 
I spray framed my shop seven years ago. Just did the gables and under the roof. Did 2" of closed cell. Walls are r19 batts. Shop rarely goes below 40 degrees. I have a ng heater that will bring it up to 60 in a couple hours. Never noticed any off gas. Also a quick note on insulation. There is a point of diminished returns. Meaning r38 is not 100% better than r19. Something to keep in mind, especially for a shop that is not heated everyday.
 
How does mineral wool/rock wool fit into this conversation? I've heard it doesn't breakdown like traditional fiberglass can and is still a cheaper option than spray foam.
 
What are you guys getting quoted for pricing on this? For. A 2500 sq ft house near bzn you’re looking at $30-40k for walls and lid sprayed
9k in MS, I posted quote earlier. 1850 living, ~2300 under roof. that included spraying floor too.
 
What are you guys getting quoted for pricing on this? For. A 2500 sq ft house near bzn you’re looking at $30-40k for walls and lid sprayed
40x60x16 walls and roof $5200. Colorado. That was during the pandemic too. I'm told prices are more competitive now from guys that are building these pole barns.
 
I work in the water industry and that picture makes my ass pucker. I sincerely hope it holds up man but good lord ive seen so many issues before that I could never bring myself to do it no matter how nice it would be.
There are only two elements that can't be replaced. The pex tubing and the concrete. What's your beef?
 
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