Air Barrier Market

A material or system that keeps air from leaking through the building envelope is called an air barrier. Air barriers are used to improve energy efficiency and indoor air quality in both commercial and residential buildings. Air barriers come in a variety of materials, including rigid boards, spray foam, fluid-applied membranes, and intumescent paint.

The global air barrier market is divided into product type, application, end-use industry, and region segments. The market is divided into the rigid board, spray foam, fluid-applied membrane, intumescent paint and sealant, and others based on product type (geotextiles and geomembranes). Polyurethane (PUR), polystyrene (PS), extruded polystyrene (XPS), expanded polystyrene (EPS), mineral wool board, gypsum board, and panel, and others are the different types of rigid boards (cementitious boards and panels). Spray foams are divided into two types: closed-cell spray foam and open-cell spray foam.

There are several factors driving the growth of the air barrier market. These include rising demand for energy-efficient buildings, improved indoor air quality, and stricter building codes and standards. Because of the rising cost of energy, more building owners and developers are investing in products and systems that can help them reduce their operating costs.
The main dangers of air barriers are related to their installation and performance. 

If an air barrier is not properly installed, it can cause leaks, draughts, and poor indoor air quality. Furthermore, if an air barrier fails to perform as expected, it can result in increased energy costs and decreased comfort levels within a building.

The largest market for air barriers is in Asia and the Pacific, followed by North America and Europe. The fast growth in the Asia-Pacific region can be attributed to more buildings in China, India, and Japan. In North America and Europe, the market for air barriers is likely to be driven by people becoming more aware of how energy-efficient buildings can be and by strict government regulations.