Foil Bubble Insulation Under Metal Roof
Insulation reduces heat transfer by conduction through solid materials.
Foil bubble insulation under metal roof. Foil faced bubble wrap is a radiant barrier. 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. Bubble insulation is specifically designed to control heat gain or loss and prevent interior condensation in all types of metal and metal clad buildings. Ecofoil bubble insulation is the recommended product for use in metal buildings.
Quality metal roofing s bubble installation is a single or double layer of polyethylene bubbles bounded to and sandwiched between a radiant barrier metalized foil and white polyethylene sheet. 3 16 or 5mm closed cell polyethylene foam covered on both sides with 0012 inch 0 03mm aluminum facing. Polyurethane spray foam metal roof insulation in order to add moisture barrier under metal roof you can spray the undersides of the roof by using a thick layer of polyurethane spray foam. This product like sheet foil should be installed with the foil side facing the metal roofing.
Bubble foil insulation adds a layer of insulating air to the radiant barrier provided by the foil. A radiant barrier reduces heat transfer by radiation and has two excellent applications in homes. Attach it to the purloins with double stick tape to hold it in place until you. Prodex total is composed of 13 64 inch approx.
It s designed to be installed in the walls and roof to help keep your building cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.