CertainTeed’s T-RocTM Thermal Laminate Foundation Insulation System equips contractors with a tool to save builders money and provide extra living space for homebuyers — without the additional construction and labor costs associated with traditional basement finishing.

Using the T-RocTM Thermal Laminate Foundation Insulation System, the builder is able to bypass several costly, time-intensive tasks typically involved with finishing below-grade concrete walls, and offer a prized upgrade to prospective home buyers–a clean, dry, semi-finished insulated basement.

The ability to offer lower level living space without the additional steps of framing, insulating and installing drywall is very appealing to builders. And, it is a valuable upgrade for homebuyers.

Consisting of CertainTeed GlasRoc® paperless gypsum board permanently laminated to a high R-value expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam insulation, T-Roc panels install easily in conventional concrete wall forms and eliminate the need for stud frame out, batt insulation and drywall. Once the concrete has set, the forms are removed to reveal insulated basement walls, ready for final finishing.

“The T-Roc Thermal Laminate Foundation Insulation System off ers a streamlined approach to insulating and finishing poured concrete walls,” says Steve Gross, director of marketing for CertainTeed’s foundations business. “T-Roc is more economical than traditional methods and can be installed with far less labor in a fraction of the time without compromising performance or a quality finished look.”

Through the incorporation of GlasRoc gypsum board — with reinforcing glass mats that are fully embedded into a water-resistant core — the panels offer superior moisture resistance, as well as protection against mold and mildew growth. The EPS foam, which is treated with non-toxic Perform Guard®, protects the panels from termite infestation.

Once installed, T-Roc can be left as is or can be finished using mesh tape and setting compound, followed by painting for a customized look. For ease of wiring, T-Roc features an electrical chase running vertically through each panel. T-Roc is available in 8- or 9-foot high panels with foam thickness of up to 3 inches for a maximum R-value of 13.

T-Roc meets the 2006 International Residential Code (IRC) for insulated basement walls and exceeds UL 1715 fi re test requirements for interior finish materials. For more information, visit the newly redesigned certainteed.com.