Benefits of AYR Foil
The AYR Foil is reflective insulation because it contains enclosed air spaces sandwiched between the outer layers. The AYR Foil is available in layers of different lengths and widths. The reflective, multilayer insulation is available in 5/16” or 3/16” thickness. The reflective surface is bonded to a strong layer of polyethylene for strength. The two outer layers of the reflective material play an important role in reflecting up to 97% of radiant heat while the inner layers resist conductive heat flow. AYR Foil derives its strength and reliability from the centre layer of polyethylene. During the hot summer months, the AYR Foil reflects the sun’s rays. During the winter months, it retains interior heat, which helps reduce the formation of ice dams. AYR Foil reflective insulation reflects up to 97% of radiant energy. AYR Foil has a good R-value, and this enables it to resist heat transfer through thermal conduction. Compared to other mass insulation products with the same R-values, AYR Foil is superior since it serves as a radiant heat barrier. The insulation stands out due to its ability to provide exceptional energy savings. It also provides superior indoor comfort.
The AYR Foil provides numerous benefits for contractors, architects and end-users:
Benefits of AYR Foil for Contractors
- Because of its flexibility and solidity, AYR Foil is easy to install
- Contractors do not need special tools and protection while installing AYR Foil
- Compared to other types of insulation, AYR Foil saves up to 50% of insulation time
- It takes up much less storage space; you can carry 2500sq of AYR Foil in a pickup truck
- For retrofit work where space is limited, AYR Foil is the perfect insulation solution
- The AYR Foil comes in different sizes for ease of installation. You can also request custom-made AYR Foil to fit your unique needs.
Benefits of AYR Foil for Architects
- For its thickness, AYR Foil offers a cost-effective R-value
- Offers a reliable solution for the reduction and elimination of condensation problems
- Due to its reflective properties, AYR Foil reduces the costs associated with heat gains and heat losses
- AYR Foil limits heat transfers since it’s a technologically advanced insulation
- AYR Foil is environmentally friendly
Benefits of AYR Foil for End Users
- It ensures that your home or building is comfortable, healthier, and energy-efficient
- AYR Foil is non-allergic, non-toxic and harmless to humans and the environment
- The ease of installation of AYR Foil saves you time. The insulation is easy to work with, and all you need is a utility knife and reflective tape.
- AYR Foil prevents rodents and insects from building nests
- The insulation is 100% waterproof and has up to 97% of radiant energy
- AYR Foil’s R-values aren’t affected by water and humidity
- AYR Foil is easy to repair if it rips; you only need to patch it with foil tape. If extensive damage occurs, all you have to do is cut out the affected area and staple the new insulation in place.
- AYR Foil is easy to store since it’s shipped in plastic bags
- When AYR Foil isn’t covered, its ability to reflect light makes any room brighter
- It is an ideal insulation for retrofit and can be installed over existing drywall or insulation
Uses
AYR Foil ranks among the most cost-effective energy savings insulation materials available in the market. Due to its unique properties, AYR Foil is an ideal solution for retrofit projects in commercial, residential, and agricultural sectors. It’s also ideal for new construction. It’s recommended for metal buildings, HVAC applications, and post-frame buildings. AYR Foil is gaining popularity with the increasing demand for environmentally safe and energy-efficient products. Before installing the AYR Foil, all cracks and holes on the surfaces should be sealed. You should remove or perforate the existing vapour barrier to prevent condensation problems. Unless you are installing the AYR Foil over a concrete slab, the foil shouldn’t be overlapped. Installing AYR Foil has no effects on construction methods.
Installation Method
Here’s is everything you need to know about the installation of AYR Foil:
Where to Use AYR Foil
There are numerous ways to use the AYR Foil. You can install it wherever you can use another insulation. You can also use AYR Foil for other purposes and applications, including a stadium seat, camping mattress, windshield sunscreen, cooler insulation, and much more.
Airspace During Installation
AYR Foil has a good R-value and already contains enclosed air spaces. However, with enclosed airspace facing the reflective surface, you will get superior performance and better results. The ideal airspace should be ¾” wide. However, the air space can also range from 1/2 “to 2”.
How AYR Foil Works in Warm and Cold Climates
The three methods of heat transfer (conduction, convection, and radiation) apply whether you live in a warm or cold climate. Therefore, the AYR Foil will work just fine in warm and cold climates by radiating warm air in the summer and keeping the warm air during winter.
Whether AYR Foil is Fire Retardant
Unlike drywall, for instance, AYR Foil isn’t a fire retardant. Based on the ASTM E84 test, AYR Foil has a class 1-A flame spread and smoke development. This rating applies to both the white poly side and the reflective surface. Therefore, these insulation materials comply with most building code requirements for insulation products.
Why You Should Use AYR Foil
It’s recommended to seal seams with the appropriate tape. The AYR Foil tape meets all vapour barrier and fire rating requirements. The glue adheres permanently to the foil and the white polyethylene.
AYR Foil in Post-frame Buildings
AYR Foil acts as a radiant barrier, meaning that it reduces heat transfer through radiation. It should have an air gap on one side or the other for a radiant barrier to work perfectly. If you staple AYR Foil on the underside of the rafters in your attic, it will significantly reduce heat gain in the attic because there’s an air gap. The temperature will be around 20 degrees lower.
AYR Foil has been used to wrap ductwork and can also be used in above-grade walls. For AYR Foil to be effective on ducts, you should put in spacers to prevent the AYR Foil from contacting the ducts. AYR Foil can also be used on foundation walls of encapsulated crawl spaces. Radiant barriers have two excellent applications in homes: in windows and attics. These are the two spaces where the most radiant heat gain occurs in a building.
When installing AYR Foil in the attic, you should use the material in hot or mixed climates. It would be a waste of time to use AYR Foil in cold climates. Instead of installing AYR Foil on top of the flat ceiling, you should install it along the roofline. You should use a sheathing material alongside the foil facing in new construction. Wherever you install the radiant barrier, ensure that you leave an air gap. Radiant barriers are called e-coatings in windows, but they work on the same principle as in the attic. This principle entails installing a low-emissivity material between the heat source and where you don’t want the heat to go.
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