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An air space facing one foil side is required for this product to work as designed.
R-values may be calculated when a foil side faces an enclosed air space (a cavity
without free air flow). The air space required to meet these applications are
included in the installation instructions on the reverse of the product label.
Additionally, this information can be found at www.reflectixinc.com/r-values.
Residential Applications
Table of Contents
Product Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 3
Residential
Attic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Attic
Crawl Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Radiant Floor - Concrete Slab . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Radiant Floor - Over Existing Floor . . . . . . . 7
Radiant Floor - In a Subfloor. . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Crawl Space
Radiant Floor - Wood Joists . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Wall - Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Wall - Knee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Wall - Masonry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
HVAC Masonry Wall
Duct Insulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Duct Insulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Return Air Panning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Metal Building
Radiant Floor Wood Joists
Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 16
Roof / Wall - Double Reflective. . . . . . 17, 18
Roof / Wall - Single Reflective . . . . . . . . . 23
Post Frame Buildings
Installation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 20 Wall - 2 x 4 and 2 x 6
Roof / Wall - Double Reflective. . . . . . 21, 22
Roof / Wall - Single Reflective . . . . . . . . . 24
Safety and Installation Tips. . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
Testing and Certifications . . . . . . . . . . 25, 26
Knee Wall
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Double Reflective Insulation U
Standard Edge Product C
Double Reflective Insulation
Product consists of two, 96% reflective layers T
of film bonded to two internal layers of heavy S
gauge polyethylene bubbles (5/16”).
Standard edge product is utilized in applica-
tions where a staple tab does not provide an
advantage.
100 Linear Foot Rolls
n Product Widths: 24” & 48”
n Custom Widths: Up to 10’
n Product Lengths: 50’, 100’ &125’
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C Product consists of two outer layers of
Radiant Barrier
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S er enclosing a heavy gauge poly scrim
(to provide structure for staples).
n Product Width: 48”
n Product Length: 125’
Expansion Joint
A closed cell, foam expansion joint.
n Product Widths: 4” & 6”
n Product Length: 50’
n Product Thickness: 1/2”
Expansion Joint
R-21
Crawl Space Application
Our product is fiber and itch free
with a impressive thermal
performance of R-21. (See pg 5).
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Attic TAX CREDITS
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Radiant Barrier L
Reduces a home’s AC usage by up to 10%
Improves efficiency of attic-mounted HVAC and ducts P
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Radiant Barrier O
RB48125 - 48”x 125’
(Refer to page 3 for additional product information)
Note: Attic Radiant Barriers provide benefit on hot sunny days. For
this reason they are recommended primarily for installation in the
Southern Zone of the USA (due to the amount of AC usage) but will
provide reduced heat gain into the home wherever they are
installed. Verify your location with our Zip Code Zone locator at
www.reflectixinc.com/attic, or call (800) 879-3645.
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Double Reflective Insulation (Standard Edge)
R BP24050 - 24”x 50’ BP24100 - 24”x 100’
O BP48050 - 48”x 50’ BP48100 - 48”x 100’
Double Reflective Insulation (Staple Tab)
ST16050 - 16”x 50’ ST16100 - 16”x 100’ ST24050 - 24”x 50’
ST24100 - 24”x 100’ ST48050 - 48”x 50’ ST48100 - 48”x 100’
(Refer to page 2 for additional product information)
Installation Instructions:
• Inspect the crawl space and make any needed repairs before
installing the Reflectix® Reflective/Bubble product.
• For floor joists that are 16” on-center, the installation is easiest
with the Reflectix® Staple Tab (ST) product.
• Determine if there are water pipes and heating ducts which hang
below the floor joists. They will need to be insulated. Reflectix® Pipe
Wrap and Duct Insulations are designed specifically for this use.
There is no need to wrap water pipes or duct work that fall between
floor joists. Reflectix® will provide adequate insulating without extra
wrapping.
• Begin at the end of the house by stapling the product to the top of
the band board or subfloor. Insert the product half way up into the
joist cavity and staple the product edge to the side of the joist. The
goal is to split the joist cavity into two approximately equal enclosed
air spaces.
• Follow this step with a second course of product on the bottom sur-
face of the joist. Face staple the edge of the product to the bottom of
the floor joists. Seal seams with Reflectix® Foil Tape to create a vapor
barrier. At each end of the joist cavity, staple the product to the band
board.
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Radiant Floor TAX CREDITS
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Promotes even heat distribution
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Concrete Slab Insulation
DBWEF48050 - 48”x 50’ DBWEF48100 - 48”x 100’
DBWEF48125 - 48”x 125’
(Refer to page 3 for additional product information)
Installation Instructions:
• Unroll the Reflectix® Concrete Slab Insulation product over the
base material prior to pouring the concrete.
• Butt the seams of the product and seal with 3” wide white poly
tape.
Note: Utilize a flat edge taping tool to assure good adhesion on all
tape.
• Install Radiant Floor System per manufacturer’s specifications.
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Installation Instructions:
• Unroll the Reflectix® Concrete Slab Insulation product over the
existing floor prior to pouring the concrete (white poly side up) - Cut
the product flush with the walls.
• Butt the seams of the product - Seal with 3” wide white poly tape.
Note: Utilize a flat edge taping tool for good adhesion on all tape.
• Install Radiant Floor System per manufacturer’s specifications.
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Reflects heat up into living space
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Single Reflective Insulation
RDBW48100 - 48”x 100’
(Refer to page 2 for additional product information)
Installation Instructions:
• Unroll the Reflectix® product over the existing floor (reflective side
facing up) - Cut the product flush with the walls.
• Butt the seams and seal with 2” wide foil tape.
Note: Utilize a flat edge taping tool for good adhesion on all tape.
• Install Radiant Floor System per manufacturer’s specifications,
sleepers and new (top) subfloor.
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Radiant Floor Wood Joists
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Reflects 96% radiant energy back into sub-floor
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Recommended Products: FOR ENERGY OR
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Double Reflective Insulation (Standard Edge)
O BP48050 - 48”x 50’ BP48100 - 48”x 100’
Double Reflective Insulation (Staple Tab) ST16050 - 16”x 50’
ST16100 - 16”x 100’ ST48050 - 48”x 50’ ST48100 - 48”x 100’
(Refer to page 2 for additional product information)
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R-14 or R-21 (w/a Fiberglass Batt) L
Excellent upgrade for custom homes
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Double Reflective Insulation (Staple Tab)
ST16050 - 16”x 50’ ST16100 - 16”x 100’
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ST24050 - 24”x 50’ ST24100 - 24”x 100’
(Refer to page 2 for additional product information)
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R-3.7, R-4.2 or R-6.1 and a L
Vapor / Moisture Barrier
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Double Reflective Insulation (Staple Tab)
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ST16050 - 16”x 50’ ST16100 - 16”x 100’
ST24050 - 24”x 50’ ST24100 - 24”x 100’
(Refer to page 2 for additional product information)
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Spacer Options:
All R-6.0 and R-8.0 applications require the use of a spacer. Two
types of spacer options are available:
1. HVSP0202506 (2” Spacer Material): Double wrap the duct at inter-
vals of 24” to 36”, or double wrap in a candy cane pattern.
2. HVSPACER (Plastic Corner Spacer): Install HV spacers on all 4 cor-
ners of the duct every 24”. Refer to spacer photos above.
Left: SPW0202506
2” Spacer Material
Right: HVSPACER
Plastic Corner Spacer
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Benefits:
n Reduces overall thickness of conventional R-8.0 wrap
(3” to 1.25”)
n Inhibits condensation on duct work
n Reduces overall heat loss or gain / Class A/Class 1 Fire Rated
Benefits:
n Less costly than sheet metal or aluminum-clad sandwich panels
n Not affected by moisture or humidity / Reduces plenum noise
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Reflectix has a variety of product and installation options for the Pro
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Metal Building Contractor. When it comes to ease of product han-
L dling and diversity, our Reflective Insulation Products are second to
none. Please review the following information on Metal Building
B Applications. Additional questions can be addressed on our website
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Roof: Install the product over the purlins with 1/2” self-tapping
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metal screws • Tape the seams with Reflectix® Foil Tape • Install a
N 3/4” thermal break (optional) • Install roofing either by screwing
G corrugated metal screws through the thermal break and insulation to
the purlin, or install a standing seam roof.
P Wall: Install the product vertically, using 1 1/4” self tapping screws
R to the exterior of the C or Z girts • Tape the seams with Reflectix®
O Foil Tape • Install a 3/4” thermal break (optional) and attach the
corrugated metal exterior finish.
Retrofit:
Roof: Install 1”x 2” furring strips on the bottom of and perpendicular
to the Z purlins on 22” centers • Utilize 1 1/4” self-taping sheet
metal screws to secure the furring strips to the Z purlins • Butt the
furring strips together, tape and staple (per the photos to the right)
• Staple the edges of the product to the furring strips with 3/4”
overlap at the seams • Tape the seams with Reflectix® Foil Tape.
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to the Z girts on 22” centers • Utilize 1 1/4” self-taping sheet
metal screws to secure the furring strips to the Z girts • Butt the
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furring strips together, tape and staple (per the photos below) •
Staple the edges of the product to the furring strips with 3/4” B
overlap at the seams • Tape the seams with Reflectix® Foil Tape • U
Staple the product at approximately 4” intervals down the middle I
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Recommended Products (Roof and Walls):
B Double Reflective Insulation (Standard Edge)
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I Double Reflective Insulation (Staple Tab)
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Roof / New* (Thermal Break) R-9.2 Heat Flow Down • R-4.1 Heat Flow Up
Roof / New* (No Thermal Break) R-7.6 Heat Flow Down • R-3.9 Heat Flow Up
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R-values: Reflective insulation assemblies in roof cavities are test-
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insulation products, when tested in the same manner, provide the U
same level of benefit (same R-value) for both heat flow directions. I
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Wall / New (Thermal Break) R-5.6
* Please Note: In addition to the stated R-value, this application also provides a
Radiant Barrier. As a result, a 96% reduction of the radiant energy that ordinarily
would be transmitted to the interior of the building is blocked.
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Reflectix® Insulation has options for the Post Frame Building
T Contractor. The “easy to install and handle” feature reduces the
labor necessary to install, and provides an “itch free” installation
F experience. Please review the following information on Post Frame
R Building Applications. Additional questions can be addressed on our
A website at www.reflectixinc.com, or by our Customer Service Group at
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Roof - Above the Purlin: After the trusses are set, run two purlins to
B make sure the trusses stay true • Attach the product to the first truss
U with at least 5/16” staples • Temporarily nail a 2”x 4” block over
I the end of the product to prevent it from pulling away • Roll out the
L product across the top of the trusses, pull tight and staple • Run sub-
sequent courses of the product with the 3/4” staple tabs overlapping
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at the seams • Tape the seams with a Reflectix® Foil Tape • Install
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Roof - Below the Purlin: Per the instructions above, except install
P product after installing the purlins (Insure a drape of 3/4” (middle of
R cavity)) is present.
O Wall - Inside the Girts: Staple the product to the outside of the top
girt • Staple the product to the inside of the remaining girts • Tape
the seams with a Reflectix® Foil Tape.
Wall - Outside the Girts: Staple the product to the outside of the top
girt • Staple the product to the outside of the remaining girts •
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Insure there is a drape of at least 3/4” (towards the interior of the
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building) at the center of each cavity • Tape the seams with a
Reflectix® Foil Tape.
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Roof - Below the Purlin: Refer to the New Construction installation
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instructions prior.
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Roof - Bottom of Truss: Nail 1”x 2” furring strips on the bottom of E
and perpendicular to the trusses on 22” centers • Butt the furring
strips together, tape and staple (Refer to photos on page 16) • B
Staple the edges of the product to the furring strips with the 3/4” U
tabs • Tape the seams with a Reflectix® Foil Tape • Tape any butt I
seams with Reflectix® Foil Tape, insure taped seam has a good full
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continuous bond • Staple product at approximately 4” intervals
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down the middle of the sheet into the furring strip above.
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• Attach the product to the inside of the girts using 5/16” staples G
• Tape the seams with a Reflectix® Foil Tape • Staple product at
approximately 4” intervals into the girt. P
Note: The installation instructions are the same for both reflective R
insulations featured on the next page. The only difference is that O
the Reflective One Side (product) is installed with the White Poly
Side towards the interior of the building.
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Double Reflective Insulation
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R Double Reflective Insulation (Standard Edge)
A BP48100 - 48”x 100’
M Double Reflective Insulation (Staple Tab)
E ST24100 - 24”x 100’ ST48100 - 48”x 100’
(Refer to page 2 for additional product information)
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Roof / New / Retro* (Btm of Trusses) R-10 Heat Flow Down • R-3.7 Heat Flow Up
Roof / Retro* (Below Purlins) R-9.0 Heat Flow Down • R-4.4 Heat Flow Up
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R-values and Air Spaces: Please take note as your review the F
featured applications, all building assemblies include an air
space on one or both sides of our products (always on the reflec- R
tive side of the “Reflective One Side” product). These air spaces
are required to provide the stated R-values and must be included
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* Please Note: In addition to the stated R-value, this application also provides a
Radiant Barrier. As a result, a 96% reduction of the radiant energy that ordinarily
would be transmitted to the interior of the building is blocked.
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Single Reflective Insulation
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S All tests on Reflectix® Insulation products are performed at either national-
T ly approved independent laboratories or at leading universities. Tests are
performed to current American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM)
I Standards when a standard exists.
Testing results on our Reflective Insulation (Reflective/Bubble/Bubble/
N Reflective) product are listed below. For any additional testing information
G for this product (or any other), please refer to our website at www.reflectix-
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Product Standards
C Resistance to fungi or bacteria: Reflectix® does not promote the growth of
A fungi or bacteria.
Specification compliance: Reflectix® is covered under the Federal Minimum
T Standards Code for reflective insulation (HH-I-1252B) for all H.U.D. and
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n State of Wisconsin: Wisconsin Material Approval, Safety and Buildings
Division Approval # 920088-1 E
n Tennessee Technological University Emittance Testing
n Warnock Hersey Professional Services, LTD: Physical Properties Sheet
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Vapor Permanence Report # 1/92
n Warnock Hersey Professional Services, LTD: Water Vapor Transmission I
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Energy Star Qualified for
Residential Applications
Reflectix, Inc.
#1 School Street • P.O. Box 108 • Markleville, IN 46056
Ph: (800) 879-3645 (US/Can) • (765) 533-4332
Fax: (765) 533-2327 • Email: customerservice@reflectixinc.com
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