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Old 3/20/09, 12:58 PM
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Default Re: Radiant Barriers in attics?

I'd still like to know.. are the radiant barriers not as effective as manufacturers claim, or if they are, what happens to the heat trapped in the rafter bays and why doesn't it increase shingle temperatures?




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