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Gulf Coast area builders can now offer new home buyers cool savings with Radiant
Barrier Sheathing (RBS) panels. RBS panels reduce energy consumption in new
homes by reflecting up to 97 percent of the sun
’s heat and radiant energy, translating into energy savings of up to 25 percent.
Traditional wall and roof sheathing allows heat to transfer through the walls,
roof and insulation, allowing heat to build up in attics and walls and causing
home temperatures to rise. This problem occurs most often in the Sun Belt,
which experiences more days of warm sunshine than other parts of the country.
RBS panels include a layer of perforated foil that provides a radiant barrier to
the sun
’s heat and radiant energy. Improved
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perforations in the foil enhance drainage and the venting process while a
special adhesive keeps it from peeling off. RBS panels are manufactured with an
exterior screened surface to enable sure-footing. Precise, two-way nail lines
assist installers for a quick,
easy and proper installation. Every panel is strong and flat for securing edge and surface nailing and load carrying.
RBS products are manufactured primarily from quick regenerating trees such as
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southern pine. The manufacturing process uses nearly the entire log, increasing
the efficiency of the raw material and reducing waste.
For remodeling purposes, retrofit products are available in precut, pre-tabbed
foil strips that are ready to be installed between 16-inch o.c. or 24-inch o.c.
rafters. This will lower energy costs and provide savings to older homes.
Home builders wanting to provide value to their customers will want RBS panels
in their houses which will save money by requiring less energy to cool the
homes. Radiant barrier sheathing panels also contribute to increased property
values and happy homeowners.
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