Radiant Barrier or R-value? What if you can only choose one?
When people ask us which one is better, radiant barrier or traditional insulation, the truth is, it’s hard to answer without some more information. Radiant …
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BlueTex™ Insulation for Metal Buildings
Metal buildings are great for many application from businesses to hobbies. For example, backyard sheds, garages, mini storage units, airplane hangars, and giant poultry barns …
Thermal Proof That Foil Radiant Barriers Don’t Work Directly Under Roofing Shingles
If you’ve ever been told that foil works if you put it under shingles, this video is for you. This myth (and bad practice) has …
RoofingFoil.com – for Roofing Applications with an Air Gap
Due to an overwhelming response in using our radiant barrier foil in roofing applications, we now have a new website for all roof-related applications of …
Introducing WareHouseFoil.com – for Commercial Applications
With the increasing interest of radiant barrier in commercial applications, and the amazing results from installing it in non-conditioned and conditioned spaces, it was only …
eShield™, SolarGuard, Reflectix, – Compared to AtticFoil® Radiant Barrier Foil
Here is a question I’ve been getting a LOT lately: “How does AtticFoil® compare to a product called….”? The most common names I hear are …
Radiant Barrier Tax Credit Update
There has been some debate and confusion whether or not radiant barriers are included in the new energy efficiency improvements tax credits. Radiant Barriers do …
Perforated vs. Solid Radiant Barrier Products. What is a vapor barrier and why does it matter?
There is some debate in the radiant barrier business whether to use a perforated or a solid radiant barrier product in an attic application. In …
New Video=>Why Is An Air Gap Required For Radiant Barrier To Work?
I still get this question all the time. “Can you explain why an air space is needed for a radiant barrier to work?” Watch this …
There is no such thing as “Radiant Barrier Paint”
You may have recently heard some Radio/TV ads talking about an “Amazing Radiant Barrier Paint that is applied to the underside of your roof”. And …