http://www.raflect.com/ raflect radiant barrier, radiant barrier, radiant barrier insulation, reflective insulation, attic foil, foil insulation, en support@NeutralExistence.com Copyright 2009 2009-04-16T16:56:34+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/affiliate-program/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/affiliate-program/#When:15:56:34Z Coming Soon Company 2009-04-16T15:56:34+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/shipping-policy/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/shipping-policy/#When:13:47:08Z Most credit and debit card orders are shipped on the following business day. Mail, Fax or Online Check orders are shipped once payment is received. We try to ship all orders within 24 business hours. We do not ship orders on Saturday or Sunday. Any order placed on Saturday, Sunday or a national holiday will be shipped on the next business day. United States Shipping & Handling The shipping for online orders of Ra-flect Radiant Barrier shipped within the United States is Fedex Ground. This is a ‘No Signature Required’ shipping method, meaning FedEx will leave your package at the shipping address provided. Neither Neutral Existence LLC nor FedEx is responsible for any packages after they are delivered. The following images shows estimated delivery times from the day the package is actually shipped. Please Note: Neutral Existence LLC reserves the right to change the shipping method at its own discretion and expense. Neutral Existence LLC is not responsible for delays caused by weather or other natural disasters. International Shipping & Handling For all online orders of Ra-flect Radiant Barrier to be shipped internationally, Neutral Existence LLC shall use FedEx International Ground. Please Note: Neutral Existence LLC will not be held responsible or liable for any problems that result at your local customs office. If customs duties are assessed, these are in addition to your shipping charges and must be paid directly by you. No refunds will be given for items that are seized at your local customs office. Neutral Existence LLC will not be held liable for any customs duties or taxes that arise from your local customs office. Neutral Existence LLC will also not be held responsible for any additional fee the local carrier in your country may charge. Back Orders In the unlikely event that any items in your order are unavailable for immediate delivery, we will ship the remainder of your order immediately and ship the balance when it becomes available (with no additional shipping charges). Company 2009-04-16T13:47:08+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/return-exchange-policy/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/return-exchange-policy/#When:14:21:35Z Ordering and General Information: We gladly accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Electronic Check Payments and Wire Transfers. Our product consultants are available to help you select the best products for your needs. Ordering by Phone: Please call Neutral Existence LLC at 1-800-991-3261 ext 2 to speak with a sales representative to order by phone. Credit card and/or check information will be required at the time the order is placed. Ordering by Raflect.com Store: Please remember to fill in all of the required fields when ordering via the Raflect.com store’s order form. We accept online orders 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Raflect.com operates in conjunction with a secure payment processing server to ensure your personal and payment information is encrypted to (PCI) data security standards and is kept confidential. Terms: All orders are subject to credit approval. We do not ship COD. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Electronic Check Payments are accepted. Money Orders are accepted and will be processed upon receipt. Back Orders: Raflect.com strives to maintain an accurate availability count at all times. However, exceptions do occur. In such cases, your order will be placed in line and the product will be shipped as soon as the products are available. If the delay expected is longer than 5 business days, a Neutral Existence LLC representative will contact you for further instructions. Returns: Raflect.com offers a 30 day unconditional money back guarantee. Customers returning damaged/unusable items will receive credit for shipping charges they incur. Shipping charges are non-refundable on non damaged usable items. Company 2009-04-15T14:21:35+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/buy-raflect/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/buy-raflect/#When:12:44:51Z ENERGY STAR® Qualified Very Efficient - 98% Reflectivity Strong (Tear Resistant) Fire Rated: Class A / Class 1 Laser Perforated Multiple Sizes Available Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is a Double-Sided, Tear-Resistant, ENERGY STAR® Qualified, Class A/Class 1 Fire-Rated, Clean and Non-Toxic Aluminum Radiant Barrier. It is made only from top-of-the-line materials, and with a reflectivity of 98%, Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier reflects virtually all of the radiant heat from the sun away from your residential home or commercial building, saving you money on your utility bills. When compared to the radiant barrier spray-on paint products (which only reflect 75%), and other sheet radiant barriers (thinner and non reinforced), Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier outshines the competition. Our radiant barrier is 5.3 mils thick with a reinforced polyethylene grid making it nearly impossible to tear, allowing it to hold up under the most treacherous conditions. Radiant barriers are starting to become common place in building and home construction. Whether you are building a new home or live in an older home, it is never too late to add this energy efficient, heat reflecting, aluminum radiant barrier. The attic is generally the easiest and most common place to install radiant barriers, and in this location, our highly reflective aluminum radiant barrier is very effective at reducing both the heat gained in the summer and the heat lost in the winter to make your home more comfortable and save money on utility bills. Roll SizeReg / Sale Price*48" x 250 ft = 1,000sf$149.50 $129.9948" x 125 ft = 500sf$75.90 $67.0026" x 250 ft = 541sf$82.12 $71.4024" x 250 ft = 500sf$75.90 $68.0024" x 125 ft = 250sf$38.53 $35.5018" x 250 ft = 375sf$57.36 $51.7516" x 250 ft = 333sf$50.93 $46.623" x 250 ft = 62.5sf$9.70 $9.00 Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP (Laser Perforated) With over 250 lb/in² of tensile strength, Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is the strongest most durable radiant barrier materials available. This woven polyethylene material is tear resistant and is well suited for holding staples in all positions. Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP is a laser perforated radiant barrier for use in attics, walls, house-wraps and more. Ra-flect™ is double sided (multi layered with aluminum on both sides) for maximum heat reflection in both summer and winter. Laser perforations are smaller and cleaner cut than mechanically punched holes. Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP is made of polyethylene which typically has a better flame and smoke performance than materials made with polypropylene. Roll Size: 48in x 250ft ($129.99) 48in x 125ft ($67.00) 26in x 250ft ($71.41) 24in x 250ft ($68.00) 24in x 125ft ($35.50) 18in x 250ft ($51.75) 16in x 250ft ($46.62) 3in x 250ft ($9.00) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP *Volume Discounts* Get up to 20% off on volume purchases of our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier! Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP ---> 2,000 sq. ft. $248.00 (+$30.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP ---> 3,000 sq. ft. $372.00 (+$45.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP ---> 4,000 sq. ft. $496.00 (+$60.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP ---> 5,000 sq. ft. $585.00 (+$75.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP ---> 6,000 sq. ft. $702.00 (+$90.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier LP ---> 7,000 sq. ft. $777.00 (+$105.00 s&h) Need larger quantities of our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barriers? Give us a call for further discounts. 1-800-991-3261 Roll SizeReg / Sale Price*48" x 250 ft = 1,000sf$149.50 $129.9948" x 125 ft = 500sf$75.90 $67.0026" x 250 ft = 541sf$82.12 $71.4024" x 250 ft = 500sf$75.90 $68.0024" x 125 ft = 250sf$38.53 $35.5018" x 250 ft = 375sf$57.36 $51.7516" x 250 ft = 333sf$50.93 $46.623" x 250 ft = 62.5sf$9.70 $9.00 Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB (Vapor Barrier) With over 250 lb/in² of tensile strength, Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB is the strongest radiant barriers available. It does not tear easily and is well suited for holding staples in all positions. Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB is a non perforated, double sided (aluminum on both sides) vapor retardant radiant barrier, for maximum savings in both summer and winter. Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB is made of polyethylene which typically has a better flame and smoke performance than materials made with polypropylene. Roll Size: 48in x 250ft ($129.99) 48in x 125ft ($67.00) 26in x 250ft ($71.41) 24in x 250ft ($68.00) 24in x 125ft ($35.50) 18in x 250ft ($51.75) 16in x 250ft ($46.62) 3in x 250ft ($9.00) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB *Volume Discounts* Get up to 20% off on volume purchases of our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB! Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB ---> 2,000 sq. ft. $248.00 (+$30.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB ---> 3,000 sq. ft. $372.00 (+$45.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB ---> 4,000 sq. ft. $496.00 (+$60.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB ---> 5,000 sq. ft. $585.00 (+$75.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB ---> 6,000 sq. ft. $702.00 (+$90.00 s&h) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier VB ---> 7,000 sq. ft. $777.00 (+$105.00 s&h) Need larger quantities of our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barriers? Give us a call for further discounts. 1-800-991-3261 Raflect Home 2008-04-19T12:44:51+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/installation-intro/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/installation-intro/#When:08:49:14Z A Radiant Barrier installation can be a very daunting task. But with a little know how and the proper tools, any handy man (or woman) can definitely do the job. There are a variety of different installation procedures depending on a number of factors, and We will address all of the most common applications in this guide. Regardless of the application, one common factor is the required tools for the job. Required Tools:   * Staple Gun   * Utility knife/box cutter   * Measuring tape Safety:   * Dust Mask   * Safety Glasses Optional, but helpful:   * Ladder   * Shop Light Once you have all of the above tools, check out out the different installation procedures below: Attic Installations Cathedral Ceiling Installation Wall and House Wrap Installations Floor Installations Do-It-Yourself Radiant Barrier Sheathing   Installation 2008-04-18T08:49:14+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/ra-flect-rb-perforated/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/ra-flect-rb-perforated/#When:16:04:00Z Under Construction Images 2008-04-17T16:04:00+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/ra-flect-rb-vapor-barrier/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/ra-flect-rb-vapor-barrier/#When:16:04:00Z Under Construction Images 2008-04-17T16:04:00+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/attics/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/attics/#When:16:01:15Z —Existing Attics - Radiant Barrier Installations: Ra-flect™ Stapled to Bottom of Roof Rafters: This installation is considered to be the best method in hot climates where cooling is far more important than heating. This type of installation will generally keep the entire attic space much cooler compared to a non radiant barrier insulated attic, and will effectively block radiant heat from striking air handlers and ductwork in the attic. Also, any attic air which happens to leak into the return side of the ductwork will be cooler, causing less stress on the cooling equipment, increasing its efficiency and lengthening its life. Although this installation method is the most efficient, it is also the most challenging and requires the most work and time to install. However, once complete, this is a maintenance free installation method requiring no cleaning as it is generally not affected by dust. Installation Tips: Perforated Ra-felct™ Radiant Barrier should be used for this job Pre-measure installation areas with tape measure and cut pieces to length on flat surface Re-roll Radiant Barrier into smaller lighter rolls for better mobility Unroll the Radiant Barrier, hold in place and staple to bottom of roof joists Trim around vertical bracing It is generally easiest to apply the strips perpendicular to the direction of the roof rafters Overlap runs by approximately 2 inches, or meet at vertical rafters if installing parallel to rafters Taped seams are not required in this installation Ra-flect™ Over Attic Floor This installation method is the most common and easiest way of installing a Radiant Barrier in an existing attic. This method helps to reduce radiant heat gain through the ceiling in the summer and helps to retain interior heat in the winter. Installation Tips: You must use Perforated Ra-felct™ Radiant Barrier for this job Unroll the Radiant Barrier over the existing attic insulation along ceiling joist Trim around vertical bracing Periodically staple to the ceiling joists to hold in place Overlap strips by approximately 3-4 inches Taped seams are not required in this installation —New Construction - Radiant Barrier Installations: Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier Sheathing: There are several companies who offer sheathing products with aluminum foil laminated to the back. However, these pre-laminated sheathing sheets are not recommended as the perforations in the aluminum sheets tend to get plugged up by the adhesives causing and unintended vapor retardant. This vapor retardant could cause moisture issues later on which could ultimately lead to rot and leaks. With our Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier, you can make your own durable reflective sheathing for a fraction of the cost.  Just staple our 48” wide foil products to regular OSB or Plywood sheathing for a superior product. Installation Tips: Use our industrial grade perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier for this job Unroll 48” wide Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier over the sheathing and staple it in place. Cut foil off at the end of the sheathing. You have just made reflective sheathing or roof decking at a savings of about 35 cents per sq ft. When installing it on your roof, face aluminum side down toward the attic space. Ra-flect™ Under Roof Decking: This installation is primarily used in new construction or when replacing roof decking.  It works by draping the Radiant Barrier over the open roof rafters during construction and stapling it to the top of the rafters. Installation Tips Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is preferable for this job Unroll the Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier over the top of the roof rafters Allow the material to sag about 2 inches between each rafter Staple periodically to hold Radiant Barrier in place *Use homemade tool as shown below for ease of installation and proper sag Overlap runs by approximately 2 inches Taped seams are not required in this installation Nail roof decking on top as usual Installation 2008-04-17T16:01:15+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/cathedral-ceilings/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/cathedral-ceilings/#When:16:00:57Z Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier Between Rafters: This installation method holds your insulation away from the roof decking, providing a 1 inch space where the reflected radiant heat can be ventilated. This method will reflect radiant heat gain from the sun during the summer and the Radiant Barrier/insulation combo will help to keep heat in during the winter. Installation Tips: You must use Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier when installing in a cathedral ceiling. Run the 24” or 26” wide strips parallel to roof rafters as shown in the image. Staple the appropriate width material between joist leaving 3/4” to 1” airspace between the Radiant Barrier and roof decking. Fill the remaining joists space with regular batting type insulation.  Adding an optional 2x2 strip of wood will give even more space for insulation. Attach drywall or interior finish to bottom of roof rafters. Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier Rafter Wrap Method: This installation is similar to the method mentioned above, however, this installation would be considered a bit easier by most. The results of this installation method will be very similar to the method above, however, by wrapping the rafters additional protection against thermal bridging will be attained. I this installation method full 48” Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier sheets are run perpendicular to the direction of the roof rafters, allowing the material to reach inside each cavity approximately 1” away from the roof decking. Installation Tips: You must use Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier when installing in a cathedral ceiling. Run Ra-flect™ strips perpendicular to the direction of the roof rafters. Allow material to wrap around each rafter inside each cavity stopping and stapling at about 3/4” to 1” from roof decking. Pull the material taunt across the cavity and staple on opposite side at 3/4” to 1” from roof decking. Run Ra-flect™ strip over the next rafter and into the next cavity. Overlap 48” Ra-flect™ strips by roughly 2” on each row. Fill the remaining rafter cavities with regular batting type insulation. Attach drywall or interior finish to bottom of roof rafters.   Installation 2008-04-17T16:00:57+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/walls/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/walls/#When:15:59:48Z Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier as House Wrap: Our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier can double as a building wrap to create a “air tight” structure. Our Perforated Radiant Barrier is industrial strength and has the ability to “breathe” (let moisture pass) while still sealing and preventing air infiltration.  Not only that, but it will cut down on radiant heat gain or radiant heat loss through your walls.  Why not benefit from both properties by installing it as a building wrap? Installation Tips: You must use Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier for this job Unroll Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier and staple to the outside of the wall board or exterior sheathing Tape all seams and around all penetrations Apply exterior veneer as usual Note: an air space is required on at least one side of the material for insulating properties Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier on Knee Walls: Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier can be attached to the exterior side of a knee wall (in the attic)  to cut down on radiant heat loss in the winter or radiant heat gain in the summer. Not only that, but this installation technique will help reduce the effects of wind washing on the insulation. Installation Tips: You must use Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier for this job Unroll the Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier and staple to the exterior side of the wall studs Overlap each run by approximately 2 inches Tape seams to help reduce air infiltration Vapor Barrier: Our Ra-flect™-VB Radiant Barrier can be used as a vapor / radon barrier where applicable. Vapor barriers can cause condensation issues and must be installed in the proper location in the wall cavity according to the local climate. In general, colder arid regions will require vapor barriers to be installed on the inside of the insulation. This will prevent harmful moisture inside the house from passing through into the mass insulation. In warmer humid climates, if a vapor barrier is used at all, it should be installed on the outside of the exterior sheathing to stop humid air from cooling to dew point inside of the wall cavity and causing condensation. Installation Tips: You must use Non-Perforated Ra-flect™-VP Radiant Barrier for this job Unroll the Ra-flect™-VP Radiant Barrier and staple in proper location Overlap each run by about 2 inches To create a true vapor barrier, you must tape all seams and penetrations Installation 2008-04-17T15:59:48+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/floors/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/floors/#When:15:57:28Z Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier Under Floor Installation: Our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier can be used under an elevated floor to cut down on heat gain or heat loss through the flooring. Installation Tips: Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is recommended for this job Unroll the Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier and staple to bottom of floor joists Overlap each run by about 2 inches Tape seams to reduce air infiltration Widths: 48”, 26”, 24”, 18”, 16” Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier in Radiant Heat Flooring: Radiant heat floors are becoming very popular, however, they have a tendency to loose their heat to the space below.  Our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier will increase the efficiency of these radiant floors by reflecting the majority of this heat back into the conditioned space. Installation Tips Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is recommended for this job Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier should be sized in width to match your floor joist spacing Install Radiant Barrier directly beneath radiant heat tubing Staple in place or allow the material to rest on top of the floor insulation Add conventional insulation to the underside of the Radiant Barrier Widths for dimensional lumber - 26” (24” o.c.) or 18” (16” o.c.) Widths for manufactured floor joists - 24” (24” o.c.) or 16” (16” o.c.) Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier Between Radiant Heated Floors: When used in the floor between two radiant heated floors, our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier helps direct the heat to the zone in which it is needed. Installation Tips Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is recommended for this job Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier should be sized in width to match your floor joist spacing Install Radiant Barrier directly beneath radiant heat tubing Staple in place Typically, conventional insulation is not used, except for sound control Widths for dimensional lumber - 26” (24” o.c.) or 18” (16” o.c.) Widths for manufactured floor joists - 24” (24” o.c.) or 16” (16” o.c.) Note: To use radiant barrier under a concrete slab, you need to use one of our Foil-Bubble products. Installation 2008-04-17T15:57:28+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/radiant-barrier/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/radiant-barrier/#When:15:56:00Z Originally developed by NASA for astronaut space suits radiant barriers have become the most efficient product for blocking radiant heat transfer. Home and business owners are quickly becoming aware of the benefits that aluminum radiant barrier foil provides.  A radiant barrier is a material with a very low emissivity and high reflectivity giving it the ability to virtually stop the transfer of radiant heat or thermal conductivity. This allows the radiant barrier to reduce heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter, thus reducing the net heating and cooling needs of the structure. While radiant barriers are effective in both hot and cold climates, they are far more effective when installed in attics in hot climates where they can reduce summer heat gain by over 40%. In colder climates, the primary function of radiant barriers are to keep the structures mechanically generated heat inside thereby reducing heating cost by approximately 17%. Radiant barriers come in a variety of shapes, sizes and materials such as kraft paper, plastic films, cardboard, plywood sheathing, and air infiltration barrier material. Some radiant barriers come with a fiber reinforcement which increases the durability allowing it to hold staples better than non reinforced radiant barriers while making them easier to handle and work with during installation. Some Radiant barriers also come with laser perforations which allows the passage of moisture to stop condensation buildup which could cause water damage and deterioration in wood structures. Virtually any structure will benefit from a Radiant Barrier system, especially if any of the following conditions are present: Hot attic space, which can reach 150°F or higher Aged, compacted, little or no attic insulation Dark colored or asphalt shingles Hot second story rooms Air ducts located in the attic space Air handler located in the attic space Little or no tree shading over your house Radiant Barrier reflective foil insulation will: Reduce heating and cooling cost Increase comfort levels Make the structure more energy efficient Reduce heat loss in the winter Reduce heat gain in the summer proceed to How Does It Work Information 2008-04-17T15:56:00+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/savings/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/savings/#When:15:55:31Z While results will vary from climate to climate, attic installed radiant barrier will reduce heat gain through the ceiling by roughly 40%, which translates into a 17% average reduction in heating & cooling costs. The local climate and the installation technique chosen, will affect the performance of the radiant barrier, so be sure to choose the right installation for your local climate. Many independent studies and radiant barrier users have tested their results and reported savings ranging from 12% up to 39%.  Here is one such independent study in which the attic temperature of two similar neighboring houses where tracked over the course of one day. As you can see from the image below, the attic with radiant barrier performed quite nicely. Information 2008-04-17T15:55:31+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/how-it-works/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/how-it-works/#When:15:55:15Z In order to understand how and why radiant barriers are so effective at reducing heat tranfer, you must first understand how heat transfer actually works. How Heat Transfer Works: There are three basic types of heat transfer from least efficient to most efficient; conduction, convection and radiant. I am going to use a kitchen analogy to help explain the different types of heat and the different methods of controlling them. Conduction is the least efficient method of transferring heat and in our kitchen analogy, that would be an equivalent of boiling water in a pot over a stove. The fire heats the pot and the pot transfers its heat to the water and the water eventually comes to a boil. The key point here is that conduction is the transferred through direct physical contact. Convection is more efficient than conduction, and in our kitchen analogy would be the use of an oven to heat some food. Convection heat transfer is the process by which heat is circulated in an area through the air and/or fluid. The key point here is that heat is transferred through air/fluid circulation. Radiant heat otherwise known as thermal radiation is the most efficient type of heat transfer and the best example in our kitchen analogy would be the use of a microwave. Radiant heat is generated when heat from the movement of charged particles within atoms is converted to electromagnetic radiation. In a home or building, radiant heat refers to heat radiated from materials, incandescent lights and the sun. It is also important to note that radiant heat moves through the air without heating the air, instead it will heat the first surface that it touches, and this surface will then re-radiate that heat in the space making it feel warmer when you are in that space. This principle causes interior spaces to feel hotter in the summer and reverse during winter months where interior heat is radiated towards the outside of the structure. The following images help to explain the difference between conductive, convective and radiant heat transfer. - Conduction - Convection - Radiant How Radiant Barriers Work: A radiant barrier is a reflective insulation type system that offers a permanent way to reduce energy costs. Most people are familiar with traditional insulating materials such as fiberglass, cellulose, Styrofoam, and rock wool. These products use their ability to absorb or resist convective and conductive heat transfer to insulate (R-value). Radiant barriers are not an insulation material, due to the fact they are only a thin sheet of reinforced aluminum foil, however with an air space of 3/4” or more, radiant barriers have a theoretical R-value of 53. Radiant barriers address radiant (Electromagnetic) heat transfer, the single most efficient type of heat transfer, by reflecting that radiation away from the radiant barrier. A typical home will lose heat in the winter and gain heat in the summer and the majority of that heat is radiant heat, so stopping radiant heat transfer in both the winter and summer months is the most effective way to reduce energy cost. Ra-flect™ radiant barrier reduces energy costs in both summer months and winter months because it is double sided, and will keep heat in during the winter months and reflect radiant heat away during the hot summer months. Installing a radiant barrier in your attic is the most cost effective way of reducing your heating and cooling cost while providing the quickest payback(less than a year) of any energy efficient material or product.   Information 2008-04-17T15:55:15+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/specifications/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/specifications/#When:15:54:30Z Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier - Specifications: Standard Size: 48" wide by 250 feet (1,000 Sq. Ft.) ENERGY STAR® qualified Double Sided Radiant Barrier Contains 99% pure Aluminum Emissivity: 2% (ASTM E 408) Reflectivity: 98% (ASTM E 903) Class A / Class 1 Fire Rating Flame Spread: 20 (ASTM E84-05) Smoke Development: 30 (ASTM E84-05) Clean and Non-Toxic - GREEN Resists Mildew Emittance value: .02  (Blocks 98% of Radiant Heat) Water Vapor Permeability (Perforated): 70 g/m²/24hr Water Vapor Permeability (Vapor Barrier): 0.005 g/m²/24hr Thickness: 5.3 mil ± 5% (In House) Elongation (Machine Direction): 45% (ASTM 3759) Elongation (Cross Direction): 39.1% (ASTM 3759) Tensile Strength (Machine Direction): 257 lb/in² (ASTM D 828) Tensile Strength (Cross Direction): 200 lb/in² (ASTM D 828) Mullen Burst Strength: 272 psi (ASTM D 774) Temperature Range: -140°F to 212°F (In House) Information 2008-04-17T15:54:30+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/radiant-barrier-sheathing/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/radiant-barrier-sheathing/#When:14:34:09Z Make Your Own Radiant Barrier Sheathing: Why pay a premium for radiant barrier sheathing when you can easily make your own for a fraction of the cost? Simply unroll our Perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier on top of your OSB or plywood and staple in place.  The 48 inch wide material fits perfectly for this type of application allowing you to make the sheathing with little to no waste. Advantages over pre-laminated decking: Lower cost More durable (Our product is much stronger then the thin layer of aluminum that comes on the pre-laminated sheathing.) Reduced moisture concerns (when the foil is laminated to the decking, the adhesives plug up the perforations reducing the ability of those products to pass moisture.) Install the decking with the aluminum side facing the attic space below. Installation 2008-04-17T14:34:09+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/tax-credits/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/tax-credits/#When:14:30:20Z Install Ra-flect™ Foil Insulation Radiant Barrier Products and Receive Tax Credits* On October 3, 2008, President Bush signed into law the “Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.” This bill extended tax credits for energy efficient home improvements (windows, doors, roofs, insulation, radiant barriers, HVAC, and non-solar water heaters). Tax credits for these residential products, which had expired at the end of 2007, will now be available for improvements made during 2009. However, improvements made during 2008 are not eligible for a tax credit. The bill also extended tax credits for solar energy systems and fuel cells to 2016. New tax credits were established for small wind energy systems and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Tax credits for builders of new energy efficient homes and tax deductions for owners and designers of energy efficient commercial buildings were also extended. Credit amount is equal to 30% of the amount paid for qualified energy efficiency improvements (NOT including installation) “placed into service” between Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2009. The maximum amount of homeowner credit for all improvements combined is $1,500 during the period of the tax credit. These Section 25C credits are taken on IRS Form 5695 and may not be carried forward to future tax years. Definition:  Tax “credits” are subtracted directly from total tax liability resulting in a dollar for dollar reduction of taxes due.  If you have no tax liability for the year, then you do not get credit for the tax benefit. Our Ra-flect™ radiant barrier foil insulation products qualify for the Energy Policy Act of 2005 tax credits, which we recently extended. Download a copy of the Manufacturer’s Certification Statement and SAVE WITH YOUR TAX RECORDS if you plan to obtain the tax credit. You do not need to submit this form to the IRS with your tax form, it is only for your records. *We strongly advises you to talk with your tax professional in determining actual eligibility for tax credits. Raflect Home 2008-04-17T14:30:20+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/request-sample/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/request-sample/#When:14:29:58Z First Name * Last Name * Email * Street Address1 * Street Address2 City * State * Postal Code * Country * Phone Raflect Home 2008-04-17T14:29:58+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/contact-us/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/contact-us/#When:14:27:21Z Ra-flect™ is a trademark of Neutral Existence LLC and the site is solely owned and operated by Neutral Existence LLC. Please direct any questions or comments to the Neutral Existence Staff. Toll Free Number: 1-800-991-ECO1 (3261),  8AM - 8PM CST, MON-SAT Contact Email: Headquarters (for all communication): Neutral Existence LLC 409 Lodge Drive Lafayette, LA 70506 337.680.4174 Company 2008-04-17T14:27:21+00:00 http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/faq/ http://www.neutralexistence.com/raflect.com/index.php/raflect/faq/#When:14:10:04Z What is Radiant Barrier? A radiant barrier is a reflective insulation type system that offers a permanent way to reduce energy costs. Radiant barriers are ‘technically’ not an insulation material, due to the fact they are only a thin sheet of reinforced aluminum foil, however with an air space of 3/4” or more, radiant barriers have a theoretical R-value of 53. Radiant barriers address radiation (Electromagnetic) heat transfer, the single most efficient type of heat transfer, by reflecting that radiation away from the radiant barrier. A typical home will loose heat in the winter and gain heat in the summer and the majority of that heat is radiant heat, so stopping radiant heat transfer in both the winter and summer months is the most effective way to reduce energy cost. How Much Can I Expect To Save? Your actual savings will vary due to many different factors including: installation location, shading, air duct leakage, air handler location, geographic location, etc.  In the South, you can expect to see a 40% reduction in heat gained through the ceiling.  This can translate to a 17% savings on cooling bills. Ra-flect™ radiant barrier reduces energy costs in both summer months and winter months because it is double sided, and will keep heat in during the winter months and reflect radiant heat away during the summer. Installing a radiant barrier in your attic is the most cost effective way of reducing your heating and cooling cost and providing the quickest payback of any energy efficient material or product. Which is Better, Perforated or Non-perforated? Neither type is better or worse, however the type that you use depends on your geographic location and your application. It is very important that you choose the correct type for your location and application otherwise you may end up causing moisture problems which can lead to mold and or structure rot. We recommend that perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier be used in ALL of the southern shaded areas(hot humid climates) shown below. The ONLY time when the non-perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is appropriate in hot humid climates, is when it is used as exterior building wrap where it is located on the outside of the building insulation. Most northern states or areas of moderate climates can use either perforated or non perforated radiant barrier. If the non-perforated Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is used in the white states (shown below), it should be installed in the inside of the structure. Which is Better, Single Sided or Double Sided? Double sided Radiant Barriers are definitely more effective than single sided ones. In order for a radiant barrier to be most effective in both summer and winter it needs to have aluminum on both sides.  According to a study performed at Texas A&M University, double sided radiant barriers were 41% more effective than their single sided counterparts. Will Radiant Barrier Heat my Roof Shingles and Lessen Their Life? An Radiant Barrier attic installation will only increase the surface temperature of a roof by 2 to 5 degrees.  To put it in perspective, the surface temperature of dark asphalt shingles can reach 190°F on a hot sunny day.  Most roofing manufactures recognize that adding radiant barrier to your attic will not harm your shingles. How and Where Do I Install Radiant Barrier? Radiant Barrier installations vary from place to place, but the most common applications are attic installations and building wraps. With a little know how and the proper tools, any handy man (or woman) can easily install their own Radiant Barrier and save a ton of money. The most common installation procedures are outlined at the following links. Attic Installations Cathedral Ceiling Installation Wall and House Wrap Installations Floor Installations Do-It-Yourself Radiant Barrier Sheathing Why Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier as Opposed to The Competition? Our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is a Double-Sided, Tear-Resistant, ENERGY STAR® Qualified, Class A/Class 1 Fire-Rated, Clean and Non-Toxic Aluminum Radiant Barrier.  Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is made only from top-of-the-line materials, and with a reflectivity of 97%. Ra-flect™  reflects virtually all of the radiant heat from the sun away from your residential home or commercial building during the summer while keeping your mechanically generated heat in during the winter, saving you money on your utility bills. Compared to radiant barrier spray-on paint products, which reflect only 75% or less, Ra-flect™ outshines the competition. Our Ra-flect™ Radiant Barrier is one of the strongest and most durable radiant barriers on the market with a tensile strength of over 80 lb/in and a Mullen Burst Strength of 160 psi. Its woven polyethylene material is tear resistant and is well suited for holding staples in all positions. It is available in a vapor barrier non-perforated type or with clean, small laser perforations to allow the passage of moisture, making it suitable for any climate conditions.   Information 2008-04-17T14:10:04+00:00