Why use Therma-Foil Radiant Barrier Reflective Insulation?
Radiant barrier insulation is a reflective insulation system that offers a permanent way to reduce energy costs. Therma-Foil radiant barrier insulation system reflects radiant heat energy instead of trying to absorb it. A pure aluminum radiant barrier reflective insulation is unaffected by humidity and will continue to perform at a consistent level no matter how humid it may be. Therma-Foil radiant barrier insulation system is a layer of foil facing an airspace and is installed in the envelope of a building. Most people are familiar with traditional insulating materials such as fiberglass, cellulose, Styrofoam, and rock wool. These products use their ability to absorb or resist (slow down) convective and conductive heat transfer to insulate (R value). A third, seldom discussed but dominant form of heat transfer exists: radiant heat transfer. What are the differences among the three forms of heat transfer? Conductive: Direct contact. If you touch a pot on the stove, that is conductive h
