Foam Insulation
March 20th, 2008

Polystyrene or injected foam insulation: which one is better?
I’m replacing my wood garage door (which is attached to my home) with a steel door (because it’s cheaper), but I don’t know which insulation to use. Home Depot offers the board insulation and another company is offering the injected foam insulation. Which one should I use.
You might get more specific guidance from the following web pages about insulation and insulation materials:
http://www.building-your-green-home.com/types-of-insulation.html
http://www.building-your-green-home.com/insulation-materials.html
Hope this helps!
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Spray Foam Insulation 4 attics, basements, crawlspace, Roofs and walls Estimates $0.99 |
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Closed cell polyurethane Spray Foam Insulation attics basements crawlspace walls $0.99 |
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Nomaco 82320 Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation $1.72 |
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3/4″ x 6′ Foam Pipe Insulation – Part #45533 $1.85 |
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5/8″ x 6′ Foam Pipe Insulation – Part #45532 $1.89 |
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Nomaco 82321 Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation $1.97 |
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Reznor 107121 Foam Insulation NEW $2.00 |
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Nomaco 82322 Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation $2.31 |
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Nomaco 82323 Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation $2.70 |
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Nomaco 82324 Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation $2.91 |
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7/8″ x 6′ Foam Pipe Insulation – Part #45534 $2.99 |
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AEROCEL CG25/50 5/8″ x 3/8″ FOAM PIPE INSULATION 166777 $3.00 |
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FOAM PIPE INSULATION TS5838 5/8 x 3/8″ – 6 FEET 166792 $3.00 |
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Nomaco 82325 Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation $3.58 |
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10 PC INSUL8 CLOSED CELL FOAM OUTLET INSULATION KIT $3.99 |
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10 PC INSUL8 CLOSED CELL FOAM SWITCH INSULATION KIT $3.99 |
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18′ Self-Adhesive Foam Tape Insulation Weather Strip *NEW* $4.09 |
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Foam Insulation for Liquid Lines $4.99 |
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Poly Guard Wrap-On Pipe Foam Insulation 3′ long 16300 $5.00 |
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Poly Guard Wrap-On Pipe Foam Insulation 3′ long 16325 $5.00 |
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Auto Car Audio Stereo System Subwoofer Box Sound Proof Insulation Seal Foam Tape $5.99 |
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15 PC FOAM OUTLET INSULATION & SWITCH INSULATION KIT $5.99 |
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Nomaco 82326 Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation $6.82 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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Deluxe 12-CD Holder, heavy foam insulation wrap around $6.99 |
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FROST KING FV15 SELF-ADHESIVE FOIL FOAM INSULATION TAPE $7.00 |
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SOUND INSULATION FOAM ADHESIVE TAPE MOLDING 1.0CM X 11M $7.99 |
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25 PC INSUL8 CLOSED CELL FOAM OUTLET INSULATION KIT $7.99 |
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SOUND INSULATION FOAM ADHESIVE TAPE MOLDING 1.5CM(W) X 11M(L) BLACK $8.99 |
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Great Stuff Big Gap Filler Spray Foam Insulation – 12oz $8.99 |
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NU-CALGON 4218W3 2″ X 30′ FOAM INSULATION TAPE 94882 $9.00 |
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Nomaco 82328 Polyethylene Foam Pipe Insulation $9.05 |
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200 ml PU EXPANDING FOAM APPLICATOR GUN REPLACEMENT INSULATION QUALITY $9.04 |
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3 x 5 Meter Window Door Foam Draft Draught Excluder rolls Insulation Guard Doors $9.41 |
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100 2″ CONE SHAPE CAN FOAM GUN EXTENSIONS SPRAY INSULATION RIG TOOLS (FIT ALL) $9.65 |
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Foam Insulation 1″ x 1 1/2″ x 20′ Super Sealer A/C Vent $9.99 |
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Frost King Universal Foam Air Conditioner Side Insulation Panels NEW! Urethane $9.99 |
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Allied Chemical Urethane Foam Insulation 1962 print Ad $9.99 |
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Johns-Manville Fresco-Foam roof insulation 1976 Ad $9.99 |
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SOUND INSULATION FOAM ADHESIVE TAPE MOLDING 1.8CM(W) X 11M(L) $9.99 |
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Equinox Torrent LF driver front door foam insulation 05 06 07 08 09 $9.99 |
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Frost King Vinyl Foam Weatherseal Strip Insulation Self Stick17′ Window Door NEW $9.99 |
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NEW GENUINE MERCEDES BENZ 210 E CLASS FOAM INSULATION $10.00 |
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Polystyrene Foam insulation Multipurpose Spray Adhesive $9.97 |
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Minicell Closed Cell Foam Insulation Weather Strip Foam Tape For Wide Gaps 3/4″ $10.85 |
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SOUND INSULATION FOAM ADHESIVE TAPE MOLDING 2.5CM(W) X 7M(L) $10.99 |
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ROUSH 16oz 8″ Tall Travel Cup Double Wall Foam Insulation 421088 $12.99 |
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Polaris 325 Magnum 4×4 Gas Tank Foam Insulation Pad $12.99 |
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3M 78 Polystyrene Foam Insulation Spray Adhesive, Translucent Aerosol Can $13.43 |
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Nu-FoamĀ® Insulation Foam 9 oz 4293-04 $13.99 |
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SOUND INSULATION FOAM ADHESIVE TAPE MOLDING 1.0CM X 22M $14.99 |
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100 8″ CAN FOAM GUN EXTENSIONS SPRAY INSULATION RIG TOOLS (FIT ALL) $15.65 |
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MINI GREASE GUN AIR PURGE SPRAY FOAM GUN INSULATION RIG $16.95 |
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*** Can Foam Insulation Aplication Gun S-2 Rig *** $17.45 |
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3M 78 Polystyrene Foam Insulation Spray Adhesive 17.9 oz can $17.99 |
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MIXKWIK Aerosol Paint Can Foam Insulation Mixer Shaker $18.00 |
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6 pk Great Stuff Insulating Foam Sealant can Expires Aug 2012 insulation $19.00 |
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2 Cans! EXPIRED Eco Window & Door Foam Sealant, Gun Foam, Handi-Seal, insulation $19.99 |
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Auto Car Door Panel Interior Insulation 63′ Roll Mylar Back Foam Weather Barrier $20.00 |
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Car Auto Truck Door Panel Insulation 63′ Roll Mylar Backed Foam Weather Barrier $20.10 |
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1(x) EXPANDING FOAM FLEX SEALER POLYURETHANE SPRAY SEAL RUBBER INSULATION CAN $20.49 |
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Traxxas 5370 Talon Tires 3.8 with Foam Insulation (2): 1/10 Summit New $20.53 |
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Foam Insulation Tape Self-Adhering 1/8″ x 2″ x 30 Feet $20.91 |
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(1x Can) Expanding Spray Foam Stuff Great Expanding Foam Sealant Insulation $21.99 |
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(1x Can) Expanding Spray Foam Stuff Great Expanding Foam Sealant Insulation $21.99 |
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1X ONE CAN TYTAN PROFESSIONAL POLYURETHANE EXPANDING FOAM SPRAY INSULATION 24oz $21.99 |
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1(x) Expanding Foam Flex Sealer Polyurethane Spray Seal Rubber Insulation $21.99 |
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1X CAN EXPANDING POLYURETHANE FOAM FLEX SPRAY SEAL INSULATION LIQUID RUBBER $21.99 |
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1(x) Foam For Home Best Sealant Expanding Spray In Insulation Foam Can Sealer $21.99 |
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(1x) 24oz Expanding Foam Spray In Insulation Soundproofing Sprayfoam Can Foam $21.99 |
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1X ONE CAN SPRAY IN FOAM INSULATION SPRAY ON FOAM INSULATION FOAM IT INSULATOR $21.99 |
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MIXKWIK Can Spray Foam Insulation Paint Mixer Tool $22.45 |
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Traxxas Tires,Talon 3.8 w/Foam Insulation: Revo (2) TRA5370 $24.89 |
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Volvo s40 v40 Hood Insulation foam liner Pad Clip (x9) $24.90 |
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Urethane Insulation or Flotation Liquid Pour Foam $24.99 |
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Traxxas 5370 Tires,Talon 3.8 w/Foam Insulation: Revo (2) $25.99 |
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2004-2007 Ford Freestar LHF Door Panel Foam Insulation 3F23-17237A05-AD OEM T777 $25.99 |
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2004-2007 Ford Freestar RHF Door Panel Foam Insulation 3F23-17237A04-AD OEM T779 $25.99 |
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Thermos Stainless Steel Can Insulator (Styles May Vary) $12.49 Keep your drink cold (or hot) for longer by using this specially designed can insulating thermos. This patented design features double wall vacuum insulation, a stainless steel interior and exterior, and a sweat proof design…. |
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2 ThermoServ Foam Insulated Coffee Mugs 34 oz (1)Blue & (1)Black $19.95 A good coffee mug is like a comfortable pair of Jeans or your favorite boots – it just feels “right”. The 34oz mug was the large size that was available at most Gas Stations and Convenience Stores. A few years ago they suddenly disappeared from the market and haven’t been seen since. Well, we found the mold and arranged for a special production run of mugs. These mugs are produced under the patent… |
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20oz. Foam Insulated Wide Body ThermoServ Mug – Blue $10.95 A good coffee mug is like a comfortable pair of Jeans or your favorite boots it just feels “right”. For years the 20 oz Wide Body mug was available at most Gas Stations and Convenience Stores. A few years ago they suddenly disappeared from the market and haven’t been seen since. Well, we found the mold and arranged for a special production run of mugs. The Thermoserv style mugs are great. They are… |
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Ableware 766900181 Closed Cell Foam Tubing with Bright Color Assortment $14.49 Built-up handles give greater control to people who lack coordination, strength or gripping ability. Tubing has a slip-resistant skin and is dishwasher safe. Supplied in 12 (30 cm) long pieces that can be cut to length with a knife or scissors. Each package contains 6 foam tubes. Bright Assorted Color Package: (For visually impaired and pediatric use.)… |
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Sealed Air Corporation Products – Polyethylene Foam, Perf., 1/8 Thick, Dispenser Carton, 12×175 – Sold as 1 CT – Clean, nonabrasive, lightweight foam packing material is ideal for surface protection. Use to protect computer housings, painted metals, china, finished surfaces, glass and circuit boards. Comes in a convenient dispenser carton. Perforated every 12. $41.01 Sealed Air Corporation Products – Polyethylene Foam, Perf., 1/8″ Thick, Dispenser Carton, 12″x175″ – Sold as 1 CTClean, nonabrasive, lightweight foam packing material is ideal for surface protection. Use to protect computer housings, painted metals, china, finished surfaces, glass and circuit boards. Comes in a convenient dispenser carton. Perforated every 12″.Sold as 1 CTManufacturer: Sealed Air … |
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Pedag 145 Solar Insulating Insole with 3 Layer Thermal Shield: Wool, High Tech Foam and Special Aluminium Reflector These insoles are crafted with three layers of insulation that provide protection from cold and wet environments. 100% wool footbed, aerated foam in the middle and an aluminum layer on the bottom that reflects body heat all work together to help keep feet warm and cozy…. |
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Flexi Ties by UT-Wire Reusable Cable Ties/Wrap to Organize Cords,Yellow/Pink/Blue, 6-Piece Pack $13.45 Tired of your cords being all bunched up and tangled together? Solve your problem with our Flexi Ties. These flexible ties group together disorganized cords and wires into easy bundle. They come in three bright colors (two each of pink, yellow and blue) and are a natural choice for easily color-coding your cords. The cushioned surface is extremely soft, and won’t cut into insulations. Try them for… |
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Nexus DampTek Noise Absorption Material – Pack of 3 sheets $54.95 Nexus DampTek Noise Absorption Material Nexus DampTek is the latest development in noise absorption material. Our engineers searched the market for the most recent developments in noise absorption and isolation. The materials we found the most effective, to isolate and absorb frequencies coming from your pc components, were combined to create Nexus DampTekĀ®. Nexus DampTekĀ® consist of a 1.5 mm ba… |
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AudioQuest class G S-video cable – S-video plugs 1m (3.28′) $34.75 CinemaQuest “S” video cables are made with two identical maximum performance coaxial cables, one for the “Y” (black and white) signal and one for the “C” (color information) signal. In single-channel “composite” video, the Y and C signals are combined to run on a single cable. Using S-video avoids the degradation caused by the process of combining and separating the Y and C signals. 24 awg Silve… |
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Komodo Nintendo Wii Boxing Gloves Single Pair Red $14.99 This boxing glove is perfect for Wii “Punch-Out” & is compatible w/ Wii Motion Plus~~~… |