Radiant Barrier Foil
One of the most popular ways to save money on your heating bills is to install a radiant barrier in your home. Radiant barrier foil is one of the leading materials which is used for this. A radiant barrier can reduce the heat which enters your home from outside in the summer and it can reduce the amount of heat which leaves your home in the winter. It can be placed directly on top of the traditional insulation to give even more effective insulation in your home.
Fibreglass is a material that is highly reflective and can be used to insulate attics but its uses can be limited especially in areas where moisture is prevalent. Radiant barrier foil is available now and it can work in much the same way as fibreglass but where fibreglass fails, radiant barrier foil succeeds. It can slow down the transfer of heat from warm to cool areas by absorbing the heat before it escapes and reflecting it back the way it came.
There are three main types of radiant barrier foil which you can choose from. These are two sided non perforated, two sided micro perforated and two sided with bubble wrap. One of the best types to choose is radiant barrier foil which is perforated in order to let any moisture escape. This can reduce any damp or mould which could result if any moisture were to build up.
Radiant barrier foil usually comes on a roll and it can be laid out over the existing insulation or stapled on to the bottom of the rafters. To make sure that you are not trapping moisture if you place the foil directly on top of the existing insulation, the perforated radiant barrier foil works best. Unless you are an experienced DIY’er, then it is advisable to get it installed by a professional due to the dangers which could occur.
If you want to do your bit for the environment and help to increase your energy efficiency, then a radiant barrier can be the answer. Radiant barrier foil will help you to reduce the amount you spend on heating in the winter and will reduce the amount you need to spend cooling down your house in the summer. It will make you feel more comfortable as it will keep the temperature of your home at the optimum temperature all year round regardless of the season.
