Carpet padding r values usually fall between r 0 2 and r 2 but can be somewhat higher.
													
																	Carpet pad with high r value. 
									
	
		
	
																	This type of carpet padding should be used in lower traffic areas such as a bedroom so that it retains its luxurious feel. 
																	Urethane padding has the highest r value of all padding choices. 
																	Finally contact your cushion manufacturer for a more accurate r value number for your cushion selection. 
																	The insulating value of the padding must also be combined with the r value of the installed carpeting. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Carpet itself also has an r value. 
																	While r value is an important factor to consider when choosing a flooring material you must also consider your aesthetic preferences. 
																	Urethane padding is low in density making it a lightweight padding choice and because it is not a dense product it is not ideal for high traffic areas. 
																	As stated previously the cushion is only one component of the r value of the floor covering composite. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	When you purchase padding the r value is often one of the qualities listed. 
																	Although carpet is not. 
																	Memory foam carpet pad provides a very soft and comfortable surface. 
																	1 8 x 2 9 0 4. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Adding these two together will produce a r value that can exceed 2 0. 
																	R value for this type and thickness would be approximately 1 8 x avg. 
																	It is a great option for bedrooms but. 
																	The r value rating is anywhere from 1 05 to 2 15 dependent upon the thickness of the pad.