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reflectix Insulation for back of radiators

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Julie_4
Julie_4 Member Posts: 2
in THE MAIN WALL
Hi,

I was wondering if it would prudent for me to put sheets of Reflectix Insulation, (http://www.reflectixinc.com/), taped to a big piece of cardboard to put behind the radiators? Can I use this as a reflective panel to improve the efficiency of the radiator? I have plaster walls with no insulation yet.

thanks

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  • T_2
    T_2 Member Posts: 19


    Don't know if this helps you any, but I actually put this stuff to the studs and then put sheetrock ontop. This is what the insulation contractor said to do and he swears by it.. I think I feel a difference, no I would have to say there is a difference. I think your method is better but unless the rad a covereed mine aren't you would see the foil behind it. If not for anything it stops any draft whatsoever.
  • jp_2
    jp_2 Member Posts: 1,935
    tin foil

    in this case just use wide rolls of tin foil. you can use spray adhesive to stick the tin foil to the cardboard.
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