An independent study in 2010 by ConSol indicated that radiant barrier sheathing is one of the top three energy-efficient technologies in new home construction in terms of performance, ...

Radiant barriers come in several forms, including reflective foil, reflective-laminated roof sheathing and metal roof shingles. According to Scott Petre, ...

Q. This week: I have two questions. 1) Is drinking soft water harmful because of salt contact? 2) The cold roof idea is great, but I'm not ready for it. I recall a technique where a barrier of ...

Building terminology is a language all its own. Here’s a glossary of materials that protect your new home’s interior from environmental aggressors.

Question: I have to do something to lower my heating and cooling costs. My air conditioner runs nonstop in hot summer weather, and in bitter winter weather the furnace is on all the time. I ...

Thermostat Radiant Barrier Sheathing A Georgia-Pacific building product, Thermostat Radiant Barrier Sheathing is used for both the roof and walls. The buffer zone created protects against heat ...

Today’s market leader, LP TechShield sheathing blocks up to 97% of radiant heat in roof panels and can lower attic temperatures as much as 30°F. In addition to LP TechShield, today’s LP Structural ...

To suit a Southern summer, the ceiling has radiant barrier sheathing to keep the coop cooler. The flooring and siding of the coop have treated resin designed for moisture resistance, ...

The home will feature solar power, an energy-saving tankless water heater, radiant-barrier sheathing, drywall that lessens allergens and contaminants, formaldehyde-free insulation and hard-surface ...