Insulation For Metal Roofing Systems

Closed cell polyisocyanurate foam core.

Insulation for metal roofing systems.

Provides high r value per inch in built up modified bitumen metal roof and single ply roof systems and utilizes a zero ozone depletion blowing agent that provides high thermal insulation performance. Rigid board insulation is a more expensive option. Bubble insulation is not reliable. Fiberglass batt insulation is the itchy stuff most people are familiar with.

Closed cell polyisocyanurate foam core. This is different from the normal roll up type of insulation as it comes in panels rather than paper covered fiberglass. It s easy to work with and has a high r value per inch. It s your least expensive choice.

Metal roofing has been steadily increasing in popularity throughout the united states in recent years for many reasons. Not only is it beautiful but it also has more durability and lasts longer than other types of roofing like asphalt shingles. Provides high r value per inch in built up modified bitumen metal roof and single ply roof systems and utilizes a zero ozone depletion blowing agent that provides high thermal insulation performance. But just because it s a strong type of roofing doesn t mean that it doesn t need insulation.

Our eco friendly metal panels are available in wall panel profiles both vertical and horizontal and roof panel profiles. Radiant barrier insulation can be used in. Metal panel roof systems require a minimum 3 8 air gap between the underside of the metal panel and the covered or uncovered insulation board. Thermapink should be attached with stress plates and should only be used over steel decks if a thermal barrier typically gypsum board is installed between the deck and the thermapink.

While the r value for a material is typically given per inch the rsi is typically given per millimeter so please be aware that the r values and rsi values for the materials in the following table are not for equivalent thicknesses. The simple saver system has been manufactured and marketed through thermal design over the past 30 years and has become the 1 specified high r value insulation system for metal buildings. Types of roof insulation note. This foam can be used on either the outside or the inside of the sheathing.