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Lower Utility Bills & Save Energy with RadiantGUARD®

Radiant barrier products help you save energy and lower utility bills.

Radiant barriers are easy for DIY homeowners to install in their attic spaces to quickly block the gain and loss of radiant heat during the summer and winter months thereby keeping homes comfortable using less energy that results in lower utility bills year round.

RadiantGUARD® Attic & House Wrap Radiant Barriers

  • Block 97% of the radiant heat,
  • Lower attic temperatures up to 30 degrees,
  • Reduce heat flow to living spaces up to 50%,
  • Extend the life of air conditioning units,
  • Increase the comfort level of a home, and
  • Lower monthly utility costs.

How much can you save on your monthly utility bills?  Based on independent research studies on radiant barriers, the Department of Energy supports results that indicate typical utility bill savings of an average of 17%.  Some RadiantGUARDŽ consumers have experienced even higher savings since savings are based on the load amount of one's heating and cooling compared to total utility energy consumption.  

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RadiantGUARDŽ Radiant Barrier Specifications

RadiantGUARDŽ radiant barrier and foil insulation products are double-sided, highly durable, tear and puncture resistant foil insulation products.  All our products meet the Standard Specifications for Sheet Radiant Barriers for Building Construction Applications ASTM C1313 and State of California Title 24 Insulation Standards.


RadiantGUARDŽ Radiant Barriers

The Most Versatile Radiant Barrier
 RadiantGUARDŽ PREMIUM

tensile strength 17.1 lb/in width
16 lb weight per 1,000 sf roll

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The Most Durable Radiant Barrier
 RadiantGUARDŽ ULTIMA
tensile strength 80.4 lb/in width
28 lb weight per 1,000 sf roll

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Which version should you choose?

  • If installing over the attic floor, you can use the  Premium. This radiant barrier version is easy to roll out over existing insulation.   NOTE:  Our Ultima "perforated" version can also be used on the attic floor.  It is our bestselling version due to its extreme durability.

  • If installing to the underside of the roof rafters in the attic, you should choose the Ultima. This radiant barrier version is extremely durable and puncture and tear resistant and holds up very well under its own weight when stapled to the underside of the rafters.

  • If installing as a house wrap, you should choose the  Ultima. This radiant barrier version is again extremely durable and puncture and tear resistant and holds up very well under its own weight when installed with staples or nails.

 

 

Installation Techniques

Attic Floor - Highest SavingsClick to view installation instructions

Under Rafters - Coolest AtticClick to view installation instructions

 

 

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