Lapolla Industries Inc., a Houston-based global supplier and manufacturer of spray polyurethane foam insulation, reflective roof coatings, and equipment, has announced that home improvement superstar, Ty Pennington, will act as the company’s official spokesperson. Ty will promote Lapolla’s products in upcoming national and local campaigns, as well as make appearances at international trade shows and participate in consumer events, media relations and social media activities.

“Ty Pennington is one of the most trusted names and faces in home improvement and renovation. We view our partnership with Ty as an opportunity to reach a broader audience to educate them on the importance and value of spray foam insulation,” said Doug Kramer, president and chief executive officer of Lapolla Industries. “Like Lapolla’s foam insulation, Ty is recognized and respected by contractors, builders, and home owners for his innovative and intelligent techniques for improving homes.”

Pennington is best known for hosting and leading the design team on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.” Prior to that role, he was the lead carpenter on TLC’s “Trading Spaces.” He is also the author of two books on home improvement.

“For years, I’ve been bringing attention to the importance of purposeful and creative home renovation,” said Pennington. “By teaming up with Lapolla, we have an opportunity to build awareness about the importance of proper insulation to create significant energy savings to the entire residential market. The best home construction in the world needs the best, most efficient insulation to be truly effective for home owners.”

His role with the company is aligned with the beginning of the home construction and renovation season, a time when Lapolla’s environmentally friendly products are top of mind. The company’s products are known for their ability to reduce energy consumption in the residential, industrial and commercial markets for both new construction and retrofit applications, preventing heat or air conditioning from escaping. Lapolla’s spray foam can cut a buildings’ energy use by up to 40 percent for the life of the structure.