SAFTHERM: RADIANT BARRIER
Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier is your first line of defence against radiant heat and is made from high quality Aluminium and other materials to reinforce the membranes. This reflective foil adds to indoor comfort against heat, cold, dust, moisture and reduces energy consumption.
SAMPLE SPECIFICATION
Safintra Saftherm™ 202FR double-sided reflective Aluminium foil radiant barrier, installed with a 20mm air gap over purlins on PVC-coated straining wires spaced at 275mm centres, in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Note 1
When in storage Saftherm™ radiant barrier should be kept in a clean, dry environment and should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
HOW DOES SAFTHERM RADIANT BARRIER WORK?
Saftherm Radiant Barrier prevents heat transfer between indoor and outdoor temperatures, keeping it cool in the summer and cosy in the winter.
PRODUCT RANGE
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
RESIDENTIAL
- Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier must be unrolled horizontally across the rafters with the printed Aluminium side facing up.
- Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier must be overlapped by 150mm at all joins. Overlap guideline markings are printed onto the rolls for ease of use.
- To ensure maximum performance, an air gap is required between the Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier and the roof sheeting.
- Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier must be fixed between the rafters and the battens.
- It is suggested that Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier be pulled hand-taut across the rafters. Do not excessively stretch the material.
- Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier should not be left exposed to sunlight or wind for long periods of time.
INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL
- Straining wire to be installed above the purlins and evenly tensioned. The initial straining wire is to be spaced 75mm away from the gable end, with subsequent spacing at 275mm.
- Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier must be installed with the printed size facing up.
- To ensure maximum performance, an air gap is required between the Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier and the roof sheeting.
- Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier must be overlapped by 150mm at all joins. Overlap guideline markings are printed onto the rolls for ease of use.
- It is suggested that Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier be pulled hand-taut across the rafters. Do not excessively stretch the material.
- Saftherm™ Radiant Barrier should not be left exposed to sunlight or wind for long periods of time.
