Why Use RigiBoard™?

RigiBoard™ 80 is a continuous, non-structural and noncombustible rigid mineral wool insulation.

Strengthen your building envelope with PowerWool™ RigiBoard™, a rigid mineral wool insulation board engineered for durability, fire safety, and long-term thermal performance.

Designed for exterior continuous insulation applications, RigiBoard™ delivers reliable performance in demanding assemblies while supporting moisture management, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort. Its rigidity and compressive strength make it well-suited for mechanically fastened cladding systems and layered wall assemblies.

PowerWool™ RigiBoard™ helps create safer, quieter, and more resilient buildings by resisting fire, repelling moisture, and maintaining stable thermal performance over time. It is intended for use in a wide range of above- and below-grade applications where consistent performance matters.

Key Performance Benefits

  • Noncombustible and fire resistant
  • Water- and moisture-repellent
  • Vapor permeable, supporting outward drying of wall assemblies
  • Excellent acoustic absorption for quieter interior environments
  • High compressive strength for dimensional stability
  • Inorganic composition that does not promote mold or mildew growth
  • Stable long-term R-value that does not degrade over time

 

Why Choose Mineral Wool Rigid Insulation

  • Mineral wool insulation offers a unique combination of fire safety, moisture resilience, and thermal stability that makes it ideal for high-performance building envelopes.
  • Noncombustible by nature, mineral wool helps contain fire and limit flame spread.
  • Vapor permeability allows assemblies to dry effectively, reducing the risk of trapped moisture and condensation.
  • Maintains consistent thermal performance over the life of the building.
  • Provides compressive strength compatible with screw-through cladding and furring systems.
  • Reduces thermal bridging when used as continuous exterior insulation.
  • Delivers superior sound control, improving occupant comfort in residential and commercial buildings.
Density RESULT TEST STANDARD
Density 8 lbs/ft³ (128 kg/m³) CAN/ULC S702.1
Compression Resistance 616 psf (29.5 kPa) @ 10% Deformation ASTM C165-07 (2017)
Thermal Resistance R value/inch @ 75°F = 4.2 ft²·F/Btu (min) RSI value/25.4 mm @ 24°C = 0.74 m²K/W (min) ASTM C518-17
ASTM C518-17
Maximum Service Temperature Hot Surface Performance: 1200°F (650°C) ASTM C411
Non-Combustibility Pass CAN/ULC S114-05 (2018)
Surface Burning Characteristics Flame Spread Classification = 0 (Pass) Smoke Developed = 0 (Pass) CAN/ULC S102-16
CAN/ULC S102-16
Smolder Resistance Mean Mass Loss, % = 0 (Pass) Mass Loss Each Specimen, % = 0 (Pass) CAN/ULC S129-15
Water Vapour Permeance, Desiccant Method 2029 ng/Pa·s·m² (35.6 perm) (at 38 mm (1.5”) thickness) ASTM E96M-16
Water Vapor Sorption 0.05% ASTM C1104-13A
Fungi Resistance Pass ASTM C1338-08
Water Vapor Sorption Pass ASTM C665-17
Dimensional Stability / Linear Shrinkage Pass ASTM C356-17
Acoustic Performance
125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1000Hz 2000Hz 4000Hz NRC SAA
1.5” 0.14 0.59 1.01 1.04 0.99 1.03 0.90 0.91
2” 0.29 0.93 1.06 1.00 0.98 1.04 1.00 0.99
2.5” 0.46 1.06 1.11 1.03 0.99 0.99 1.05 1.04
3” 0.69 0.99 1.01 0.99 0.98 1.00 1.00 0.99
4” 0.98 0.93 0.98 0.99 0.99 0.99 0.95 0.97
ASTM C423-23
ASTM E795-23

Applications

From exterior wall assemblies to below-grade and specialty applications, PowerWool™ RigiBoard™ provides a durable, fire-safe, and vapor-open solution for modern high-performance construction. 

Sizes Available: All boards are 24″x48″ in size ranging in thickness from 1″ to 5″ thick

PowerWool™ RigiBoard™ is designed for versatility across a wide range of building assemblies, including:

  • Above-grade exterior walls as continuous insulation (CI)
  • Below-grade foundation walls and basements
  • Under-slab insulation applications
  • Exterior-insulated stucco assemblies
  • Wood-framed wall and roof systems requiring rigid mineral wool

Choose PowerWool for superior fire protection.

Non-combustible mineral wool insulation, rated zero flame spread and zero smoke developed, for maximum safety in demanding environments.​

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