Attic Foil Radiant Heat Block

You can use 48 wide radiant barrier foil to work horizontally or 26 wide radiant barrier foil to work vertically.

Attic foil radiant heat block.

To get started you ll need to encapsulate the roof deck with 6 open cell foam and then insulate the attic and all the exterior walls. Atticfoil works to block radiant heat 97 coming in to the attic by stapling it to the rafters but it has no r value. Our ultima foil blocks 97 making it better and less costly that paint. The best co called radiant barrier paint reflects 85 of the radiant heat.

With the rise in popularity of radiant barrier insulation there has been an influx of products marketed under the term radiant barrier paint that are designed to be sprayed on the underside of the roof decking in the attic. A cooler attic space means less heat moving to the cooler space below the attic. Radiant barrier on its own has no r value. Atticfoil blocks 97 of radiant heat.

If i install a radiant barrier on my roof my cell phone won t get reception in my home because the aluminum blocks the radio waves. Radiantguard radiant barrier foil insulation installed in an attics can reduce attic temperatures by up to 30 degrees when stapled with a staple gun to the underside of roof rafters by reflecting up to 97 of the radiant heat that strikes its surface thereby reducing heat transfer from the attic to living spaces resulting in lower utility bills. Same day shipping on orders placed m f by 3pm ct. Your home will be more energy efficient and comfortable.

Get the foil between the insulation and the roof line. The more coverage the better. When utilizing osb radiant barrier sheathing you can reflect up to 97 of solar radiation which translates into an attic heat reduction of up to 30 f. R value is attributed to materials slowing conductive heat.

The hotter it gets the better radiant barriers work. 100 satisfaction 1 year money back guarantee. Radiantguard ultima radiant barrier industrial grade 500 sq ft roll 48 inch by 125 feet u 500 b perforated breathable aluminum attic foil house wrap reflective insulation blocks 97 of heat 4 6 out of 5 stars 80. The staples are standard size 1 4 or 5 16th size work fine.

Atticfoil is the proven solution for 250 000 homes. Staple it up across the rafters. Whether you re building a new home or improving an old one you can use a combination of spray foam encapsulation with radiant barrier foil to keep the heat out and improve the comfort within your home. It doesn t have to be smooth or pretty.

The best pure aluminum radiant barrier foil insulation available. Our do it yourself radiant barrier will make your home more comfortable and energy efficient. More information about r value and radiant barriers. Radiant barrier atticfoil acts like shade.