Comparing Radiant Barriers to Prodex Total Radiant Barrier

PRODEX Total Radiant Barrier = Radiant barrier + Reflective insulation + Vapor barrier ALL in One Product! Foil only radiant barriers are typically perforated and composed of two metalized surfaces with a mesh woven in for strength. We only offer radiant barriers that combine both R value and radiant barrier protection.

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Radiant (foil only)    Radiant Single Bubble    Radiant double bubble      Prodex Total

Differences:  

• Take a look at the photos above. Even if you didn't know anything about radiant barriers, which one would you choose? Prodex has a high quality core that keeps it shape when exposed to forces. Under pressure, the Prodex micro-cells maintain the air and do not collapse in time. We see little difference in the photos above between radiant barrier single vs radiant barrier double bubble . The latter simply has two layers of air bubbles (a balloon with a little extra air). 
• Radiant barrier price: If your budget does not allow for the quality core of Prodex, we suggest you click to purchase single bubble radiant barrier. You'll get virtually all the benefits of double bubble while maximizing savings. We do not offer a double bubble radiant barrier because we aren't able to justify its pricing relative to Prodex or radiant single bubble.  For Prodex pricing click radiant barrier pricing. 
• Radiant Bubble Insulation is compose of either one (single radiant bubble) or two (double radiant bubble) layers of encapsulated polyethylene air bubbles sandwiched between two metalized surfaces. Radiant single bubble has a nominal measurement of 5/32 inch and radiant double bubble measures 5/16". These measurements bear little resemblance to the effective measurement of the product. (Note pictures above). Prodex AD5 has a nominal thickness of 5mm (13/64 inch) closed cell polyethylene foam covered on both sides with .0012-inch (00.03mm) aluminum foil facing.  
• Prodex AD5 meets the unique requirements of metal buildings and pole barns: Eliminates condensation, prevents radiant heat transfer (primary source of heat-flow) and its R-Value 15.67 is unaffected by humidity. Click for a comparing radiant barriers in metal buildings. Rima International. 2009-2010 "It's About Saving Energy" Building Awards Winner - Metal Building, Congratulations Prodex..."  click to read more about award.
• Prodex Total radiant foam insulation, auto seals once it is fastened, screwed or stapled. This prevents leakage when a roof is nailed to a structure. Click for support information on Prodex sealing. 
• Prodex dampens sounds when applied between two rigid elements. When applied in roofing, it reduces the sound of rain fall. Only high frequency sounds.
• Prodex combines elasticity and rigidness. Prodex AD5 has a high yield point, which means its considered elastic - It can be stretched during installation. That also adds the benefit of a clean look once installed. Click for more information on Prodex elasticity. 

Similarities:

• Prodex AD5, radiant double bubble and radiant single bubble all work well in metal buildings, pole barns and most areas of homes: roofs, attics, crawl spaces, walls, radiant floor heating, basements, garages, radon barriers and more. All of the insulation products are Diy radiant barriers: All three of these radiant heat barrier insulations are easier than mass insulations for do-it-yourselfers (DIY) to apply. Prodex and the bubble wraps serve as radon barriers. Although not verified, each is used as radiation insulation.. These insulations also block radiant heat transfer (primary source of heat flow). These radiant barrier bubble wraps and Prodex are most effective when airspace exists between the radiant heating insulation and the adjacent material. The R value of the system will vary dependent on the airspace size, direction of the heat flow and the conductive and convective properties of surrounding materials.
• Radiant barrier vs insulation: While other insulations resist or slow the flow of warm air, a radiant-barrier roof decking or radiant barrier attic insulation reflects back infra-red energy from the sun so it does not penetrate the structure. It can also reflect back the radiant heat inside the house so it does not escape. The concept is simple: each unit of radiant heat energy that is reflected away from your home in summer and each unit reflected back inside during winter means less operation of your air conditioning and heating systems, less wear and tear on your equipment, and less money you pay in utility costs. Studies show that insulation with a radiant foil barrier can save as much as 15 percent on air conditioning costs.