Radiant Barrier
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A Fresh Look at R-Value
Marketers of radiant barriers and spray foam have a history of false statements about R-value
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The Evolution of an Energy-Smart Roof
A system of galvalume panels and furring strips creates a radiant-barrier roof with ventilated roof deck suitable for all climates
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Thinking Clearly About the 3 Levels of the Building Enclosure
Doing so can help you avoid scams, investigate failures, and maximize performance
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Ductwork in an Unconditioned Attic
What’s a good solution for a 1960s brick ranch house that has the furnace and ductwork installed in the attic?
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Stay Away from Foil-Faced Bubble Wrap
This R-1 product can be used to make Halloween costumes, but should never be used as insulation
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Radiant Barrier Fundamentals
A primer on how radiant barriers work — and what can make them not work
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Do Foil-Faced Building Products Block Cell Phone Reception?
The Energy Nerd tries to track down answers to longstanding questions about radiant barriers and cell phones
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Radiant Barriers: A Solution in Search of a Problem
A well-insulated home doesn’t need a radiant barrier
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How Heat Moves Through Homes — Building Science Podcast
Space-age radiant barriers work great in the vacuum of outer space, but here on Earth, heat moves by conduction, convection, and radiation, simultaneously, all the time.
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Understanding R-Value
R-value measures heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation
