Thinking of expanding foam for window opening insulation

[tbasc]

Anything that reduces leaks is good. Low expansion foam won't bow trim. TB

[FACE]

Looking for ideas here. Yes,i know there is a wealth on the web.

Having almost finished painting the house, i noticed that there are openings around the window installations of 1/8" to 1/4" on the second floor.

I am thinking of filling these voids with low expanding foam as insulation -- product "Great Stuff". Besides being messy as hell, it seems like the ticket since i can't find pitch-soaked cord.

Thoughts on this?

Thanks,

FACE

[Robertm]

DAP-Tex, latex based low expanding foam, no odor, water clean-up.

Bob

[sleepdog]

[ds549]

i used to follow advice of my brother the builder and put un fiberglass insulation using a putty knife, but i used foam on one house because i was in a hurry and it worked good.be sure to nail the trim on right away after putting the foam in cause it grows.. lucas

[FACE]

Thanks to all who responded. I will keep your advice and product ideas in mind.

(BTW, Sleepdog, I have been there on the expanding out from the finished area bit with the bay window and did use a utility knife to trim it flush before repainting.)

FACE

[Rudy]

Yes its messy. Theres a white latex version that is easier to work with (wipes off).

[FACE]

Thanks. Last time i did it without gloves....and had Great Stuff on my hands for a while. I think that lighter fluid finally cut it. I bought a can of that and put it in my toolbox for just that kind of special occasion. :-)

FACE

[Stormin Mormon]

Great stuff should work. I'd suggest wear gloves (sticks to skin and makes a mess). Also, fill the cracks about half what you think they oughta, since the stuff keeps growing.

Wait till it's totally dry, next day, and trim to shape with a utility knife or razor blade.

[Stormin Mormon]

Or plan on slicing it flush with a razor blade.