
Importance of Heat Reflective Coatings To Save Money on Cooling
Although reflective roofs are nothing new, interest in energy savings has led to changes in building code requirements, where energy use for locations occupied by coolant greatly exceeds heating costs.
Essentially, a reflective roof is designed to absorb less heat than a standard roof, typically reflecting more sunlight. They are available in a variety of designs. They can be made from highly reflective paint, aluminum siding, or reflective tile. Such roofs can be colder than 50 degrees under similar climatic conditions, achieve energy efficiency and save money by using less air conditioning.
The recipe for cold roofing materials is easy to understand in predominantly cold climates when building owners consider the benefits of cold roofing, especially for buildings with flat roofs and lo...