Ben Hayes, of Rock Solid Spray Foam, has 10 years of experience doing SPF applications for grow facilities. He has been in business for himself for about 3 years. Michigan is a state in which marijuana is legal for medical and recreational uses. “Typically, people in Michigan have purchased metal pole barns and buildings to set up their grow facility. Some have revamped old buildings for this purpose as well. I often spray walls and ceilings over OBS to make it air-tight. Some people use a foil-faced foam board. In the past, most people have just painted over the foam with a water base or latex bright white paint. Super grow facilities have a different spec. I’ve seen things change over time to include a stricter spec. There is now a mandate for ignition and/or thermal barrier that wasn’t specified before this industry grew,” said Ben.
Ben Hayes (R) gives two thumbs up on a job well done for his customer.
“I used to help people set up their grow facility, so I understand what customers are looking for and how to do the jobs the best way. A grow facility is always concerned about infestations, such as spider mites. The inside of a grow facility can get really hot with 1000 watt lights, so they need something that can withstand the heat and keep temperatures where they need to be without breaking the bank on utility bills,” said Ben.
One of the Larger Pole Buildings that Ben has sprayed
The average pole barn Ben applies foam to is usually 30 X 40 or 40 X 60. When asked what building-owners do about floor treatments, Ben explained,” They’ve used either concrete or painted concrete floor. The construction industry has really picked up for pole barns since the legalization of grow facilities. My customers always like that I give them a smooth, clean application, “said Ben.
A big thanks to Ben Hayes for sharing his personal experience with us on applying foam to grow facilities. If you have a story about applying foam or polyurea in grow facilities, contact us at info@sprayfoaminsider.com .