Why Cool Roofing?
The ancient Greek knew a lot about art, philosophy poetry and keeping cool. It wasn t just the togas. Greek builders understood that building constructed with light-colored materials stayed cooler. And the basic properties of light and heat haven t changed. People still wear white clothing to stay cooler in hot climates because white reflects the sun s energy while black absorbs it. So why continue to pay the price in higher energy and maintenance costs for that black roof on your building? If you re thinking about a cool roof, you need to understand the basics. Like how much of the sun s energy a white roof reflects, and how long the reflectivity lasts. Back to the top Urban Heat Island: Truth and Consequences You ve probably heard about the “heat island” effect the tendency of urban areas to reach temperatures from 3 to 8 degrees Fahrenheit above the surrounding countryside. But have you heard about what heat island means for your building energy and maintenance cost and what you can
