Why is "reflective insulation" still being sold by HD and Lowes
2013年12月7日 · I stopped by my local HD for more supplies and was surprised to see rolls of "radiant barrier" bubble wrap on the shelf. Lowes and online vendors sell products with similar …
Does Reflectix “Big Bubble” insulation really achieve R-6?
2018年4月16日 · In other words, the reflective insulation material is performing similar to a non-reflective insulation material.” Although the manufacturers of foil-faced bubble pack may not …
Foil vs Bubble Foil or Foam Foil - Green Building Advisor
2017年11月15日 · Hi I'm insulating a shed-like structure on my property to create a comfortable living space. With regard to the tin roof I've been advised to use a layer of Bubble foil on the …
Reflective side in or out? - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2016年3月29日 · I am covering my home with 2 layers of 2 inch rigid foam. The outer layer of foam has a reflective side and a non-reflective side. I live in Wyoming, zone 6. I am using …
Is bubble insulation as good as rigid foam? - Green Building Advisor
I am having a home built. I want to install insulation on the outside of the home. I live in Southern Illinois, which according to BuildingScience.com is a mixed-humid location like Louisville, …
A New Look at Foil-Faced Bubble Wrap - Green Building Advisor
2021年4月30日 · Manufacturers of foil-faced bubble wrap are still convincing a significant number of homeowners to buy their worthless products out of the mistaken belief that bubble wrap is …
Is bubble wrap duct insulation Energy Star approved, and is it a …
2010年2月17日 · When I was the editor of Energy Design Update, a reader asked whether Reflectix bubble-wrap could be substituted for R-6 duct insulation. This is what I wrote: …
Stay Away from Foil-Faced Bubble Wrap - Green Building Advisor
2014年3月21日 · Foil-faced bubble wrap is not the insulation product it is often claimed to be. Its R-value is misrepresented and over-exaggerated.
Reflective barrier and insulation for radiant heat - Green Building …
2012年1月3日 · – reflective barrier. place in the joists approx 2 inches down from the pex tubing. – insulation. probably go with the JM comfort therm r-19 stuff (enclosed in a plastic type wrap …
Reflective Insulation in Unvented Roof - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2022年6月7日 · A contractor today came by and recommended Reflective Insulation (Sold under the Low-E brand) and all kind of reasons why. Reduces transfer, keeps hot from meeting cold …