TrioTex Reflective Vapor Barrier is a reflective three layer vapor barrier underlays reflecting heat energy and providing extra insulation. It consists of polyethylene foil, polypropylene bearing mesh and aluminized polyethylene layers. TrioTex R-FX Plus ensures quick application and price advantage with self-adhesive overlapping.
Fields of Application and Use
While it may vary according to vertical and horizontal applications for roof and facade, it should be laid by being stretched with at least 10 cm overlapping and overlaps should be surely sealed. It should be fastened on the surface with mastic at the starting and end of the covering application. If the product is not PLUS type, the foil tapes such as TrioTex DS 38 tape should be applied to underlay overlaps in between or TrioTex SP AL foil tape should be applied to the overlaps on top. For repair of minor damages or rips, patching is applied with a product part or with a foil tape. Rolls have underlay surface of 75 sqm and area to be covered is 70 sqm in ideal conditions. The surface of product should be protected from dust and water once it is unpacked. Application of tapes and mastic requires clean surfaces.
■ It can be used on all roofs with or without air ventilation.
■ When used in attic on the interior of the roof, it prevents heat loss through convection. It ensures suitable climate conditions.
■ It is applied over trapeze coating on clamped metal roofs.
Advantages
■ It is resistant to water vapor.It forms an insulation wall against water, moisture and wind.
■ It is designed for living spaces in attic.
■ It is flexible and easy to apply.
■ It prevents heat loss caused by free air circulation.