Factors to consider
- Dirt and crap seems to get into the roof space so insulation that relies on reflective properties will not work.
- Cost
- Ease of Installation
- I don't like fibreglass type insulation.
- Needs to be installed on the sloapy part of the roof.
- Insulation properties - These seem to be quantified by an R value.
Insulation Options
Fibreglass Batts
Personally dont like these as I am concerned about breathing in fibers.
They sit down on the ceiling and so of no use for keeping the ceiling space cool.
Polystyrene Foam
Bought 10 sheets 2400x1200x50. $29+GST each so around $300. I reckin I would need about 4x this to do the entire roof.
I have cut these up and I am shoving them between the roof trusses.
It is a lot of work. I can see why this is not a commercial option.
Concertina Foil Batts
http://www.concertinafoilbatts.com/
KingSpan Air Cell
http://kingspaninsulation.com.au
? "must be supported on mesh"
Tropical Roof
Install a second layer of corrugated iron on top of the first with an air gap between Or a whole stack of solar cells.
Paint the roof with something???
Foil Bubble Insulation
http://www.diytrade.com/china/pd/7020464/roof_insulation_material.html
and all over ebay
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