It reduces attic temperatures by up to 30 degrees fahrenheit and it blocks up to 97 of radiant heat.
Lp techshield roof decking.
Basic uses lp techshield radiant barrier roof sheathing installs just like regular roof sheathing so there are no additional labor costs.
Techshield is put out by the louisiana pacific corporation which also trades as lp building products but there are other brands of this kind of roof decking available as well.
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This creates a highly effective radiant barrier.
Reduces attic temperature by up to 30 degrees.
Reduces up to 97 of radiant heat.
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Techshield is a roof decking material usually osb that has a sheet of aluminum foil laminated on one side.
This reflection insulation also has high mechanical properties making it perfect for load bearing applications in construction.
But unlike conventional sheathing lp techshield sheathing features a thin durable layer of aluminum laminated to our osb roof sheathing.
Lp techshield is the only radiant barrier sheathing that features patented vaporvents technology which allows it to dry more quickly from construction moisture than other radiant barriers.
Only lp techshield sheathing features a durable layer of aluminum with patented vaporvents technology.
First off let s have a look at techshield which is one of the most popular brands of roof decking material available today.
Lp techshield radiant barrier roof decking was delivered.
Installed in over 1 5 million homes in the united states lp techshield panels also lower attic temperatures up to 30 f.
Suitable applications include sheathing in walls flooring and roof decking.
Post lamination incising prevents moisture build up during and after construction while the osb substrate promotes breathability and does not create a vapor barrier.