I installed one of these kits on my garage door. It held up okay until the weather turned warm. That's when the adhesive started letting go. I had several pieces of insulation fall from the door completely and some that we're hanging half on / half off. I followed the directions carefully and wound up with a mess. Save your money. This kit is not a long term solution.
Just installed this kit. Very easy to do. Seems to have made a difference already, but long term we'll see. Outside of door measures 110F and inside measures 90 on insulation on my infrared thermometer.
my garage feels like its over 150 deg in the summer and I bet those adhesive strips would melt completley off. Im using double bubble foil and sheet metal screws instead.
i was working on my garage the other day and i was using this fiberglass insulation and it was going very smoothly an was easy to install but i have a very serious question for you sirs, what do i do if my body is 1 3rd Oens corning fiberglass insulation
I put this stuff on my garage door and haven't notice a bit of difference in temp. It was 51 degree in my garage before I started and 50 the next day after it was installed. Out side temp was relatively the same.
What they don't mention is fiberglass is a known carcinogen and shows the unsuspecting homeowner installing this without a dustmask.
Second, since insulation has an R factor (resists the flow of heat), in a hot climate with a South facing garage door, it will only serve to pass on the heat radiated by the metal door. What you really need is a radiant barrier, not insulation. More info on our page.
I just installed this kit on both of my 9 foot doors... and i must say that i was suprised how well this worked. Garage acoustics are much better and the temperature has risen about 5 degrees.
I just installed this kit on both of my 9 foot doors... and i must say that i was suprised how well this worked. Garage acoustics are much better and the temperaturehas risen about 5 degrees.
Unofrtunately, I think Corning has done poor planing on this kit. My 8' x 8' garage doors have 5 panels - i.e. 5 horizontal pieces that make up the door. The kit that's sold advertises that it'll work for a 9' garage door, but fails to mention that its designed for 4 panel garage doors. I now have two garage doors that are only 80% insulated. Poor design that Corning should fix.
My local Lowe's and HD stores do not carry this item. I cannot find ANY information on the exact size of the fiberglass panels. My door panels have sections that are 21" high, and the last thing I want is to buy this kit and find out the fiberglass is cut to 18" or something.
I'm probably going to go with polystyrene panels anyway. One big down side to fiberglass is that it's easy to damage or get out of place. You can't press on it at all or you'll reduce the R value. Have kids?
These specialized kits are a waste of money, you can buy rigid foam insulation in 1" thick for about $12 sheet, and cut to fit each garage panel. If your garage door doesn't have recessed panels, you can tape it or glue it to the door. See video on my page.
@pinkyzoey Each method has its advantages. Your method saves money. This method (not necessarily this exact kit--there are others) is much easier (just cut to size and insert--DONE), is not permanent (to remove or fix, just pull off and replace), and insulates better (R9 rather than R5).
I own a small service and repair garage door business. Keep in mind that the springs that come with your doors are SPECIFIC to the weight of the door without the insulation. Simply turning up the Horsepower of your opener may work but rest assured you will prematurely wear the motors gearing. I recommend having a professional come out to either adjust your springs (inexpensive) or replace your springs with springs that are made for the new weight of the door. This however can be costly.
@pandurate I do understand that they will be light. But I do this type of work EVERY DAY and see the effects of even a slightly out of balance door..... premature motor wear. Your springs should minimally be adjusted by an EXPERIENCED person/technician. I alone see about 3 persons per year that have attempted to tamper with the spring systems of garage doors that have had substantial injurys from not really knowing what they were doing. Bottom line..... BE SAFE.
@MrGross500 Thanks for the advice. I found another fiberglass kit that seems better than this one, and may be using it. Total weight will be 7 pounds per door. I'll call my garage door guys first.
One thing to consider is the weight. Once i had mine up- easy to install- clips stuck well- 1 1/2 hr to do a 16 panel 2 car door- But once i had it finished and went to open the door, my opener had to be turned to maximum "open" torque. surprised considering it took two kits to cover the door - only 16 /18 pounds of material. Still, looks good and can feel/hear the difference for street noise and heat.
I recently insulated my garage door but chose to go with the reflectix version of insulation. It is less heavier than this version and it reflects the heat and cold better.
You retard, Did you not watch the video? Of course it wont work on a wood door. Will this affect the balance of the springs? I dont want to replace the gear kit in my Liftmaster just because I put some Styrofoam in my door
We know that one package is good for a garage door up to 16 feet wide. Based on the information listed the total garage door width would be around that width, so one package should be enough. One package is good for a single garage door. Double-wide doors for 2 cars will require 2 packages.
After watching this demo video, here's what I'm skeptical about: The retainer clips are held on by what look like little sticky pads, similar to the ones Scotch makes. In triple-digit summer temperatures, I can see those sticky pads melting, so the retainer clips no longer stick to the door, so the panels could just fall out of the door. Home Depot charges $68 plus shipping for this "kit?" What a rip-off.
look up 3M VHB (very high bond) tape. it's used to attach road signs to poles and to fasten architectural panels to buildings. it's ridiculously strong, but also pretty pricey.
Good comment. Check out the Anco Products Garage Kit. This kit requires no fasteners because it is a different type of insulation that "friction-fits" in the cavity. Better fit and zero hassle with extra parts. Anco's kit is also 85% recycled and has a much higher quality facing material. Better value!
The Owens Corning Garage Door Insulation Kit is currently available in the US through Lowe's stores and web site. Contact your local Canadian Lowe's or Lowe's Customer Service (800-445-6937) to find out if a special order can be arranged. On the Lowe's web site, search for Item #: 299870, or Model: GD01.
How much $?
taylorbrandon86 1 month ago
How much?
taylorbrandon86 1 month ago
I installed one of these kits on my garage door. It held up okay until the weather turned warm. That's when the adhesive started letting go. I had several pieces of insulation fall from the door completely and some that we're hanging half on / half off. I followed the directions carefully and wound up with a mess. Save your money. This kit is not a long term solution.
clabow623 2 months ago
Just installed this kit. Very easy to do. Seems to have made a difference already, but long term we'll see. Outside of door measures 110F and inside measures 90 on insulation on my infrared thermometer.
Eldendor 6 months ago
my garage feels like its over 150 deg in the summer and I bet those adhesive strips would melt completley off. Im using double bubble foil and sheet metal screws instead.
Derail07 8 months ago in playlist chicken project
i was working on my garage the other day and i was using this fiberglass insulation and it was going very smoothly an was easy to install but i have a very serious question for you sirs, what do i do if my body is 1 3rd Oens corning fiberglass insulation
GuruBabadesh 11 months ago
I put this stuff on my garage door and haven't notice a bit of difference in temp. It was 51 degree in my garage before I started and 50 the next day after it was installed. Out side temp was relatively the same.
jskron55 1 year ago
how do you keep a draft from coming through the sides of the garage door?
Proverbs31womann 1 year ago
What they don't mention is fiberglass is a known carcinogen and shows the unsuspecting homeowner installing this without a dustmask.
Second, since insulation has an R factor (resists the flow of heat), in a hot climate with a South facing garage door, it will only serve to pass on the heat radiated by the metal door. What you really need is a radiant barrier, not insulation. More info on our page.
nrgsaver 1 year ago
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I just installed this kit on both of my 9 foot doors... and i must say that i was suprised how well this worked. Garage acoustics are much better and the temperature has risen about 5 degrees.
bluephi96 1 year ago
I just installed this kit on both of my 9 foot doors... and i must say that i was suprised how well this worked. Garage acoustics are much better and the temperaturehas risen about 5 degrees.
bluephi96 1 year ago
Unofrtunately, I think Corning has done poor planing on this kit. My 8' x 8' garage doors have 5 panels - i.e. 5 horizontal pieces that make up the door. The kit that's sold advertises that it'll work for a 9' garage door, but fails to mention that its designed for 4 panel garage doors. I now have two garage doors that are only 80% insulated. Poor design that Corning should fix.
rekhin 1 year ago
hideous
crazedcree 1 year ago
My local Lowe's and HD stores do not carry this item. I cannot find ANY information on the exact size of the fiberglass panels. My door panels have sections that are 21" high, and the last thing I want is to buy this kit and find out the fiberglass is cut to 18" or something.
I'm probably going to go with polystyrene panels anyway. One big down side to fiberglass is that it's easy to damage or get out of place. You can't press on it at all or you'll reduce the R value. Have kids?
pandurate 1 year ago
These specialized kits are a waste of money, you can buy rigid foam insulation in 1" thick for about $12 sheet, and cut to fit each garage panel. If your garage door doesn't have recessed panels, you can tape it or glue it to the door. See video on my page.
pinkyzoey 1 year ago
@pinkyzoey Each method has its advantages. Your method saves money. This method (not necessarily this exact kit--there are others) is much easier (just cut to size and insert--DONE), is not permanent (to remove or fix, just pull off and replace), and insulates better (R9 rather than R5).
pandurate 1 year ago
@pandurate
I put a layer of bubble radiant barrier over mine, so it has a much higher effective R value, probably closer to 10.
pinkyzoey 1 year ago
I own a small service and repair garage door business. Keep in mind that the springs that come with your doors are SPECIFIC to the weight of the door without the insulation. Simply turning up the Horsepower of your opener may work but rest assured you will prematurely wear the motors gearing. I recommend having a professional come out to either adjust your springs (inexpensive) or replace your springs with springs that are made for the new weight of the door. This however can be costly.
MrGross500 1 year ago
@MrGross500 The rigid polystyrene panels I plan to use are *extremely* light in weight.
pandurate 1 year ago
@pandurate I do understand that they will be light. But I do this type of work EVERY DAY and see the effects of even a slightly out of balance door..... premature motor wear. Your springs should minimally be adjusted by an EXPERIENCED person/technician. I alone see about 3 persons per year that have attempted to tamper with the spring systems of garage doors that have had substantial injurys from not really knowing what they were doing. Bottom line..... BE SAFE.
MrGross500 1 year ago
@MrGross500 Thanks for the advice. I found another fiberglass kit that seems better than this one, and may be using it. Total weight will be 7 pounds per door. I'll call my garage door guys first.
pandurate 1 year ago
One thing to consider is the weight. Once i had mine up- easy to install- clips stuck well- 1 1/2 hr to do a 16 panel 2 car door- But once i had it finished and went to open the door, my opener had to be turned to maximum "open" torque. surprised considering it took two kits to cover the door - only 16 /18 pounds of material. Still, looks good and can feel/hear the difference for street noise and heat.
jopino7 1 year ago
I recently insulated my garage door but chose to go with the reflectix version of insulation. It is less heavier than this version and it reflects the heat and cold better.
jmemixx 2 years ago
You retard, Did you not watch the video? Of course it wont work on a wood door. Will this affect the balance of the springs? I dont want to replace the gear kit in my Liftmaster just because I put some Styrofoam in my door
Jaythrow666 2 years ago
The inside of my garage sweats, whould this not cause a mold issue?
spbarnes 2 years ago
I have a double wide garage door, is there a kit availible this.
dwd69 2 years ago
We know that one package is good for a garage door up to 16 feet wide. Based on the information listed the total garage door width would be around that width, so one package should be enough. One package is good for a single garage door. Double-wide doors for 2 cars will require 2 packages.
owenscorning 2 years ago
Would you recommend this application for a fiberglass garage door? Thanks.
dwd69 2 years ago
YES ON E,B,A,Y
playergame06 2 years ago
After watching this demo video, here's what I'm skeptical about: The retainer clips are held on by what look like little sticky pads, similar to the ones Scotch makes. In triple-digit summer temperatures, I can see those sticky pads melting, so the retainer clips no longer stick to the door, so the panels could just fall out of the door. Home Depot charges $68 plus shipping for this "kit?" What a rip-off.
stevearon 2 years ago
look up 3M VHB (very high bond) tape. it's used to attach road signs to poles and to fasten architectural panels to buildings. it's ridiculously strong, but also pretty pricey.
paulbmxkid 2 years ago
@stevearon
Good comment. Check out the Anco Products Garage Kit. This kit requires no fasteners because it is a different type of insulation that "friction-fits" in the cavity. Better fit and zero hassle with extra parts. Anco's kit is also 85% recycled and has a much higher quality facing material. Better value!
DIYHandyman 2 years ago
where i can get this insulation kit in toronto? any store selling this kit?
robertslash2003 2 years ago
The Owens Corning Garage Door Insulation Kit is currently available in the US through Lowe's stores and web site. Contact your local Canadian Lowe's or Lowe's Customer Service (800-445-6937) to find out if a special order can be arranged. On the Lowe's web site, search for Item #: 299870, or Model: GD01.
owenscorning 2 years ago
does this work ONLY on uninsulated STEEL doors? would it work on wooden garage doors?
wirelessnemo 2 years ago
Correct. The Garage Door Insulation Kit won't work on the wood door because there are no tracks to help support the insulation.
owenscorning 2 years ago