Radiant barrier

EXTREMELY EFFECTIVE - reflect 95% of radiant energy, perfect RADIANT BARRIER. VAPOR BARRIER -Unaffected by humidity and moisture, can be used indoor/outdoor. SUPREME QUALITY - 3mm closed cell polyethylene FOAM ( not a cheap bubbles) sandwiched between highly reflective Engineered Foil on both sides. Easy to install, easy to cut and easy to clean, Strong but lightweight. SOUND BARRIER - excellent soundproofing material. NON TOXIC - will not irritate skin, eye or throat. Non allergic.

How to Install Radiant Barrier on Attic Rafters in 5 Steps: The goal of adding a radiant barrier in your attic is to cover as much of the underside of the roof as possible. You want to add the foil on all surfaces that make up the roof, but you also need to keep vents open and clear of the foil.

Do you want to wrap your roof with a radiant barrier? Then you should know the application of the radiant barrier first. Most of the people have a question ...

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Radiant barrier is slightly different from the more popular kinds of insulation. As opposed to cellulose of fiberglass insulation, it doesn't depend on density. Like with all kinds of insulation, radiant barrier has their set of benefits and drawbacks, which might make you wonder if it really works and is worth the purchase and installation costs. Well, we have created a helpful list of the pros and cons of radiant barrier insulation to help you make an informed decision.

Understanding what is radiant barrier and why it works can help you save hundreds on the electric bill. We use lots of pics to make it simple!

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