Roof Sarking And Insulation

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Roof sarking and insulation.

Installing insulation over rather than between the rafters eliminates concerns about thermal bridging and overall saves on the total thickness of insulation used. Whether it s as reflective thermal insulation a protective second skin against burning embers in a bushfire area or as a way to control condensation csr bradford has a sarking solution to suit your needs. During metal roof insulation sarking is installed first providing some protection against the rain during the installation process. Once your roof is in place sarking forms a vapour barrier.

The key is good detailing. It helps insulation work more efficiently and protects the things you value from storm driven rain and dust condensation and bush fire ember attack. Roof sarking sarking is a pliable membrane that sits under your roof tiles like a protective second skin. The main purpose of sarking is to provide additional insulation for your home but it has a number of other benefits including.

In australia foil is the most common product used for sarking. Combined with a protective waterproof cover sarking ensures that your property is kept dry while your roof installer executes your metal roofing installation. Roof sarking there s only one opportunity to install roof sarking and that s while you build. It is fitted under the battens and made from a variety of materials such as felt foil or polystyrene.

Sarking provides a vapour barrier.