Dec 7, 2013 · I stopped by my local HD for more supplies and was surprised to see rolls of "radiant barrier" bubble wrap on the shelf. Lowes and online vendors sell products with similar claims. For …

Apr 16, 2018 · I have seen several discussions here about bubble wrap insulation for ducts (some links below). However, they are all a couple years old, and they don't seem to directly address one of …

Mar 25, 2012 · The complete source for building, designing, and remodeling green homes Community and Q&A Reflectix still claiming R4.2 for its bubble wrap – my HVAC guy is hooked richmass62 | …

Mar 15, 2013 · The contractor contacted Reflectix and they told him that the 1/2″ double bubble product used with no air space still has an effective R-6 duct insulation value.

Nov 15, 2023 · I’ve gathered that the bubble-wrap reflectix insulation stuff is next to useless on its own, but my understanding is that has to do with it needing an air gap from the duct. Would it be effective …

Mar 4, 2020 · Reflectix works to reduce heat transfer through conduction and radiation. The main point of the "shiny" surfaces is to reflect radiative heat. The main point of the product is not to absorb …

Apr 17, 2012 · Much thanks to everyone here for the great comments on Reflectix on the other Q&As. I'm glad I read them before I bought any! But now I am stumped. This is one of the main …

Jul 1, 2023 · My Idea is to use Reflectix brand bubble Insulation which can be bought at Lowes or Home Depot or Amazon Etc. in 48"x 10' rolls for about $50 and cut it to a little wider than the width of my …

Jul 21, 2015 · Reflectix pad and UQ together? Hi, I was wondering if I can use a 40 degree UQ and a reflectix pad together to save weight instead of just buying a 20 degree UQ. I've seen threads of …

Oct 11, 2013 · A doubled over poncho liner and reflectix layer got me into the low 50's and I was warm. That was before my underquilt arrived. I would expect it would have kept me fine quite a bit cooler. …