What is anticon blanket?

Bradford Anticon is foil-faced insulation blanket specifically designed for temperature & noise control in homes and buildings with metal roofs. It is comprised of a glasswool blanket adhered to an impermeable reinforced reflective foil facing.

What is anticon?

Bradford Anticon combines two very effective forms of. insulation into a single product to provide these benefits. The reflective foil acts as a barrier, which reduces the. radiant heat entering the roof space by up to 97% and. also controls condensation, while the insulation blanket.

What is a roof blanket?

Product Description. Earthwool® Roof blanket (unfaced) provides thermal and acoustic insulation for commercial roofs. Earthwool® Roof blanket (unfaced) will improve the thermal comfort and energy efficiency of the building in which it has been installed thus keeping it cool in summer and warm in winter.

Does Sarking reduce heat?

Roof sarking improves performance and comfort by providing the following benefits: Improves thermal performance by reducing heat flow through the roof, helping provide a more energy efficient and comfortable home (Thermoseal only)

Can you insulate under a metal roof?

Property owners choose fiberglass batts because: It’s one of the cheapest and easiest ways to insulate a metal roof. It’s versatile, meaning you can cut it according to your specific needs. You can also either have it placed under the metal roof panels or installed onto an existing roof’s surface.

What is the R-value of blanket insulation?

The R-value of fiberglass blanket insulation depends on its thickness. It has an R-value of approximately R-2.9 to R-3.8 per inch of thickness. High-performance fiberglass blanket and batt insulation have R-values between R-3.7 and R-4.3 per inch of thickness.

Can anticon insulation wet?

Insulation should remain dry at all times. CSR Bradford insulation products include Anticon, Acoustigard, Gold Wall and Ceiling batts, Optimo, SoundScreen, Bradford Black etc. If the insulation product gets wet during install, it will be required to be removed and replaced as the insulation will not dry out in situ.

How do you stop condensation on a metal roof?

Traditionally, condensation is managed by insulating the metal roof so that the panel temperature never reaches the dew point. This is often accomplished using vinyl-backed fiberglass insulation to prevent humid air from coming into contact with the cooler metal roof (which may be at or below the dew point).

What is the difference between anticon and sarking?

Anticon or its competitors (eg Ametalin Thermalbreak 8) provide a sarking layer PLUS an additional thermal + noise insulating layer. It improves the R-value of the sarking significantly and reduces rain noise.

Is sarking mandatory in Victoria?

Sarking and the Building Code of Australia It is mandatory under the Building Code of Australia (BCA) that all tiled residential roofs, regardless of roof pitch, with a rafter length greater than 6 metres must be sarked.

Do you need a vapor barrier under a metal roof?

To avoid condensation buildup with your metal roof, you will need to have a moisture barrier in place. It depends on air temperature, water vapor near the metal panels, the prevalence of warm air in and around your roof assembly, and other conditions.

What is the best insulation to put under a metal roof?

Spray Foam
Spray Foam – Spray foam is the most popular insulation method for the metal roof because it’s highly effective. It’s effective at preventing condensation and rodent infestation. This is a form of polyurethane insulation which R-value is determined by the inches.

What does a Bradford Anticon roofing blanket do?

Bradford Anticon roofing blanket is an Australian manufactured foil faced insulation blanket, specifically designed to assist in the control of condensation, temperature and reduce rain noise under residential and commercial metal roofs.

Where to use Anticon insulation in a building?

Anticon insulation is recommended for use in residential housing with metal clad roofs, in commercial and industrial buildings with metal clad and fibre cement roofs and can be installed under concrete slabs in carparks. Bradford Anticon is designed to insulate and control temperatures within a building and reduce reverberated noise.

What kind of roofing can Anticon be used for?

Anticon is a lightweight product designed for use in residential and commercial buildings. Commercial and Industrial metal clad and fibre cement roofs eg, offices, shopping centres, warehouses etc Improve the acoustic performance of your roof with Anticon Insulation.

How is Bradford anitcon insulation made in Australia?

Bradford Anitcon is an efficient condensation control product, keeping Australian homes and buildings cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Shop online and save money! The bulk insulation blanket is manufactured by spinning molten glass, into fine wool-like fibres which are bonded together using plant-based binders.