As its name suggests reflective insulation helps your home reflect rather than absorb energy from the sun.
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Radiant barrier insulation consists of a reflective material generally aluminum foil and can be combined with other materials in reflective insulation systems.
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Reflective insulation is a material with reflective facing typical materials are foil faced kraft paper plastic film polyethylene bubbles or cardboard.
If installed on top of attic floor insulation the foil will be susceptible to dust accumulation and may trap moisture in fiber insulation so it is strongly recommended that you not apply radiant barriers directly on top of the attic floor insulation.
Without radiant heat being absorbed your attic and the rest of your home stay much more.
Meanwhile the radiant barrier foil will reflect 97 of the radiant heat transfer.
The most effective radiant barrier sheathing is a structural roof sheathing panel which consists of an osb panel with heat reflecting foil laminated to one side.
Reflective insulation also referred to as radiant barrier insulation and foil insulation is installed in many homes primarily in attics.
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Reflective insulation also known as foil insulation is essentially a barrier usually made from aluminum foil or aluminized polyester.
Radiant barrier foil is actually the best radiant barrier you can use.
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Much like other forms of insulation reflective insulation may help reduce energy costs by blocking the heat that radiates from the sun onto your roof through your attic and on into your living space.
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Other kinds of radiant barriers combine reflective materials usually aluminium foil with materials like plastic films cardboard and kraft paper.