Where radiant barriers really shine
Journal Article
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· Home Energy
OSTI ID:430210
Manufactures of radiant barrier materials claim their products significantly cut cooling costs by reducing summertime radiant heat gain through attics and ceilings. A new study confirms that radiant barriers can indeed conserve cooling energy. However, the study`s authors found that radiant barriers are much more effective at reducing energy losses from attic air conditioner duct runs than at directly lowering heat transfer through the attic floor into conditioned living space. Furthermore the study demonstrated that radiant barrier savings can be significant even in a new well-weatherized house and that these saving may justify specifying smaller capacity cooling systems. This article discusses the findings of the study.
- OSTI ID:
- 430210
- Journal Information:
- Home Energy, Journal Name: Home Energy Journal Issue: 4 Vol. 13; ISSN 0896-9442; ISSN HOENE2
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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