1.1This guide covers the general use of aerosol polyurethane and aerosol latex foams extruded from pressurized containers intended for building envelope air barrier sealant and adhesive applications in building construction. It also provides an overview of associated standards and test methods that quantify key physical properties that are useful to design professionals, engineers, specifiers, and end users.

1.2Currently two main foam sealant types are applicable to this practice, single component polyurethane and latex types.

1.3The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. SI units provided are for information only and are not considered standard.

1.4This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific safety considerations see Section 7.

FIG. 2Interior Door Perimeters of Exterior Doors, Gaps/Holes (General), and Subfloor Adhesive

FIG. 3Skylight Perimeters, Joints, and Insulated Concrete Forms

FIG. 4Commercial Window Interior Perimeters, Sealing Joints of Rigid Insulation, and Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)

1.5This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.