Gun-grade low expansion polyurethane foam designed for filling gaps around window and door frames. Offers thermal and acoustic insulation, resists water and ageing, and stays reusable for up to six weeks with the bung fitted.
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Soudal Soudafoam Window and Door Acoustic is a low expansion, moisture-curing polyurethane foam formulated specifically for sealing gaps around window and door frames. If you need a window expanding foam that does the job without blowing out frames or pushing seals out of shape, the low expansion formula is exactly what you want. It fills the gap, stays put, and gives you a solid thermal and acoustic barrier without the drama of a standard high-expansion foam.
The gun-grade format means it is applied through a foam gun with a trigger mechanism, giving you accurate, controlled delivery one-handed. That matters when you are working around a frame that needs a consistent bead, not a splurge. The Genius Gun applicator that Soudal designed for this foam gives you reliable trigger control and a clean finish, which saves time on trimming and cleaning up afterwards.
Acoustic and Thermal Performance of Soudafoam Window and Door Foam
The acoustic insulation properties of this foam make it genuinely useful in situations where sound transmission through frame gaps is a concern. New builds, refurbishments, and commercial fit-outs where building regulations require acoustic performance all benefit from a foam that is specified for the job rather than a general-purpose product pressed into service. The thermal insulation values are equally strong, helping to eliminate cold bridging and draughts around the perimeter of frames where standard mastic alone would not be sufficient.
Resistance to water, heat, and ageing means the foam maintains its performance over time. It will not shrink back or degrade in typical building conditions, and once fully cured it can be cut, sanded, plastered, and painted. That makes it straightforward to finish flush with the surrounding surface without needing to apply additional build-up material.
Reusable Canister for Up to Six Weeks
One of the more practical features here is the reusability. Fit the bung after use and the canister stays workable for up to six weeks. That is a significant advantage on site when you are not always running through a full can in one session. Many foam products are effectively single-use once opened, so the extended shelf life between uses reduces waste and saves money on partially used canisters that go off overnight.
Soudal Soudafoam Window and Door Acoustic Low Expansion Foam is a product that fits naturally into the workflow of window installers, joiners, and general builders who are fitting frames on a regular basis. It is also a sensible choice for anyone fitting internal door linings where acoustic performance between rooms matters. The gun-grade format gives you the control and economy of application that a professional fitting job demands, and the foam’s specified properties mean you are covered on both thermal and acoustic performance criteria.
Pro Tip: Always uncoil your foam gun trigger mechanism and check the nozzle is clear before starting a new bead around a frame, as a partial blockage mid-run will leave a gap in the fill that is easy to miss once the foam skins over.
Soudal Soudafoam Window and Door Acoustic Low Expansion Foam is used primarily by window installers and joiners for filling the perimeter gap between a window or door frame and the surrounding masonry or timber structure. It is equally at home on new-build sites, refurbishment projects, and commercial fit-outs where frame sealing needs to meet both thermal and acoustic standards.
Beyond window and door installations, the foam is also used for sealing around roof lights, loft hatches, and internal door linings where sound reduction between rooms is a consideration. Any gap around a frame that needs a clean, permanent, insulating fill is a suitable application for this product.
Best For
Window frame gap filling
Door frame perimeter sealing
Acoustic insulation between rooms
Thermal bridging elimination
Roof light and loft hatch sealing
Compatible Surfaces
Masonry and blockwork
Timber frames and linings
uPVC window and door frames
Aluminium frames
Concrete reveals
Key Properties
Low expansion formula
High acoustic insulation values
High thermal insulation values
Water, heat and ageing resistant
Can be cut, sanded, plastered and painted after cure
Reusable canister for up to 6 weeks
Gun-grade for controlled one-handed application
Not suitable for: Not suitable for applications requiring high expansion to fill very large or irregular voids where a standard high-expansion foam would be the correct choice. Not intended for use as a structural adhesive or as a primary load-bearing fixing for frames.
Shake the canister thoroughly before use and fit it to a compatible foam gun. Ensure the surface around the frame is clean and free from dust or loose material. Lightly mist the gap with water before applying the foam, as moisture activates the curing process and improves adhesion.
Apply the foam in a single controlled bead around the frame perimeter, filling no more than half to two-thirds of the gap depth. Low expansion foam still expands modestly, and overfilling a narrow gap can put pressure on the frame. Allow the foam to cure fully before trimming flush with a sharp knife. Once trimmed, the surface can be sanded, plastered, or painted as required.
Shake the canister vigorously for at least 30 seconds before fitting to the foam gun
Attach the canister securely to a compatible gun-grade foam applicator gun
Lightly dampen the gap and surrounding surfaces with a water mist spray
Insert the nozzle into the gap and apply a steady, controlled bead filling approximately half to two-thirds of the gap depth
Work around the full frame perimeter in one continuous pass where possible
Allow the foam to cure fully, typically within a few hours depending on temperature and humidity
Trim the cured foam flush with a sharp knife
Sand, plaster or paint the trimmed surface as required to complete the finish
Fit the bung to the canister nozzle immediately after use to preserve the remaining foam for up to six weeks
Why use a low expansion foam around window frames rather than standard expanding foam?
Standard high-expansion foam can generate enough outward pressure to bow or distort window and door frames, particularly uPVC profiles. Low expansion foam like Soudafoam Window and Door Acoustic fills the gap and insulates without exerting that pressure, keeping the frame geometry intact.
How long can I keep the canister once it has been opened?
Fitting the bung supplied with the canister immediately after use keeps the foam workable for up to six weeks. Without the bung, the nozzle will cure solid and the remaining foam will be lost, so it is worth making a habit of fitting it every time.
Can Soudafoam Window and Door Acoustic foam be painted or plastered over once cured?
Yes. Once fully cured, the foam can be trimmed flush with a sharp knife, then sanded, plastered, or painted in the normal way. It accepts most standard decorating finishes without any special primer or preparation.
Soudal Soudafoam Window and Door Acoustic is a one-component, moisture-curing polyurethane foam formulated with a low expansion characteristic to suit tight frame installations. The chemistry provides good cell structure for both thermal and acoustic insulation performance. The cured foam is resistant to water ingress, moderate heat, and the degradation effects of ageing, making it suitable for long-term installation in external and internal frame conditions.
Product Type
Gun-grade low expansion polyurethane foam
Application Method
Foam gun (gun-grade)
Expansion
Low expansion
Curing Method
Moisture-curing
Acoustic Insulation
Yes
Thermal Insulation
Yes
Water Resistance
Yes
Reusable After Opening
Up to 6 weeks (with bung fitted)
Post-Cure Workability
Can be cut, sanded, plastered and painted
Brand
Soudal
SKU
GUN-FOAM-1
Box Quantity
1, 12
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