Spray Foam In The New Shop!

I got Spray foam insulation in my new shop. I cover a few details about why you should put spray foam in a steel building.
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[@eh_bailey]

I think the only covering requirements are for residential (commercial may have something similar). But my understanding is that it is not just any covering, it has to be a fire retardant. Typically, people use intumescent paint or drywall. The reason is that foam burns easily so you need something to slow it down. They also make the in pretty light colors so the shop isn't so dark.

[@AMetalWorks]

Good information. Thank you

[@leoguzman2669]

What kind of screws did you use to screw your 2x3 onto the metal thanks

[@justinsterner6414]

What paint did you use? Trying to figure out a good paint to use that will cover the spray foam and the metal support beams and will not flake? Any suggestions please? Thanks!

[@AMetalWorks]

I used Lexington 5 gal. Black Pro Latex Fence Paint from tractor supply because it was extremely inexpensive for 5 gallons. It made for fences so it stinks for a bit. Once it airs out it will be totally fine. Regardless of what paint you choose. You need a water based latex or acrylic. Other paints may eat the foam. I used black paint because I film and take photos in the shop from time to time. However if you use black, just understand that bugs love dark colors.

[@sisco_rl7160]

5:48 that would be *compression* 😁

[@johngatsby1473]

I'm no builder so excuse my ignorance of naming conventions. Up at the very top you have those bars going across, obviously for reinforcement. They look like metal beams or whatever.... Someone was building a van out and had spray foamed like you did and couldn't figure out why heat was still radiating inside. Some to find out....metal was transferring heat like metal rods via the screws and metal reinforcements if that makes any sense. Basically it made something akin to heating elements.
I would image that since heat rises it won't be an issue for you but I would put a laser thermometer on those things for fun.

[@AMetalWorks]

The term for those bars is rafter ties. I guess in theory that could happen. Heat is not my issue here in NY. It the cold that coming next month. This made a massive difference that was instantly noticeable. The garage doors are my next big concern. Those rafter ties are nothing compared to cold that's going to come through those big metal doors.

[@johngatsby1473]

@@AMetalWorks I bet. Nice looking setup overall

[@NYTROeast]

You use a 2x3 and a 2x4 so to have the extra on one side

[@NYTROeast]

I looked into spray foam for my 24x36x10 and the cheapest I found was $8,500 and that wasn't lock in that was lowest could go up depending on the building when they got here

[@timlawrence3906]

Does your attaching the 2x3s to the metal studs void your warranty?

[@AMetalWorks]

I have no idea lol. There isn't much to warrant on these buildings.