Reflective Foil Insulation For You And Your Homes ProtectionReflective foil insulation, or ultra concrete barrier foil (Ultra CBF) are designed and manufactured for use directly under any poured concrete or cement slab. The design features of Ultra CBF are made so that no part of the reflective foil is in contact with the cement itself. It uses a unique laying system that consists of bubbles to ensure there is a dead air space between. The main difference between reflective foil insulation and regular foil insulation is with the regular foil it is made with a –foil/bubble/foil design-, while the reflective foil insulation is made with a patented –bubble/foil/bubble- process. This means that he foil layer of the reflective type is between the layers of the insulation. With traditional methods of insulating under concrete or cement slab use a two step process. First they incorporate a two inch foam panel, then a six mil. Clear plastic vapor barrier is installed. When you choose to use the reflective foil insulation, it has the vapor barrier already built right in, so not only are you saving the time and energy because you eliminate one step, you’re also saving money by using an all in one product. Reflective foil insulation is used for three main reasons, each one being very important in your homes efficiency. It creates a vapor barrier to keep the water from building up and getting into the floor itself. When this happens you’re in for a rather large repair bill. It also insulates the cement slab against the natural earth below. This is the best method to prevent heat loss. Reflective foil insulation also serves to create a radon barrier. Radon is the potentially lethal gases that come up through the ground; you can not smell or see this gas. By using the reflective foil insulation you eliminate the possibilities of this problem arising. The potential saving by using reflective foil insulation are many. By not using this type of insulation for under slab protection, you may be shooting yourself in the foot, in regards to the problems that can develop as mentioned above. Do it right the first time, and you home will be safer and much more energy efficient.
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