COOLING & HEATING COST

With Amazing NASA Technology

NASA Technology Transforms Any Paint Into

An Energy Saving Radiant Heat Barrier

◇ What is a radiant barrier ?

Radiant barriers work by reducing heat transfer by thermal radiation. These materials when applied to buildings reduce summer heat gain and winter heat loss.

◇ SLBG: A very fine white powder that is a combination of selected hollow ceramic microspheres that reflect and dissipate heat.

◇ SLBG reflects and dissipates radiant heat, reducing heat transfer through roofs, attics, exterior & interior walls, ceilings, or any other paintable surface that absorbs heat.

The introduction of SLBG is directly due to research done through the NASA technology exchange program. Their similar ceramic technology was used to dissipate heat from the Space Shuttle upon atmospheric re-entry, preventing the shuttle from burning.

◇　Insulation coatings have been on the market for some time but were not available to the general public. These expensive products were marketed mostly to commercial/industrial business and large corporations that have reported as much as 40% savings on their heating & cooling expensive. These percentages will vary due to building architecture ambient temperature and climate.

Before SLBG this insulating material could only be obtained in pre-mixed coatings. It is now easy and inexpensive to mix SLBG with any paint. White or light colored paints are recommended for best results. Left over paint can be mixed with SLBG at a super savings for an insulted coating.

◇HS is highly recommended mixed into elastomeric metal roof coatings.　Metal roofs (being super energy conductors) are a major cause of high interior heat. A metal roof can transfer up to 95% of solar radiation transferring it directly to the building interior.

Elastomeric coatings allow for panel contraction and expansion and have excellent reflective properties of their own. These coatings mixed with SLBG can lower interior temperatures 15 to 20 degrees. SLBG improves scrubability and stain resistance of any paint.

GUARANTEE

We guarantee that SLBG when applied according to directions, will lower the surface temperature of any surface which it is applied to a minimum of 5% & as high as 25% when compared to the same untreated surface.

Q: What kind of paint will SLBG work with ?

A: SLBG is compatible with all Interior and Exterior paints; Water base, Oil base, Urethane, Epoxy, etc.

Q: How many coats of paint should I apply ?

A: For best results 2 coats of paint with SLBG in each coat is recommended. Beyond 2 coats only gives a marginal increase in energy efficiency. Where coatings are exposed to harsh elements we suggest a prime or tack coat of untreated paint (to increase adhesion).

Q: Can I paint over SLBG ?

A: Yes, For the best energy efficiency use SLBG inside & outside but either application alone will give increased energy efficiency.

Q: How much SLBG do I need ?

A: 4 oz. one gallon of paint

You can figure an average coverage rate of approx. 300 sq.ft. per gallon for most house paints at less than ______ per sq.ft. cost. Roof elastomeric coating generally cover a minimum of 100 sq. ft. per gallon.

Q: I live in a northern climate, will SLBG work for me?

A: Yes: Heat travels to cold! The heat inside is trying to escape to the cold outside air. SLBG on your interior walls and ceilings will help stop this outward heat loss.

Q: Will SLBG stop the condensation on my metal building ceiling?

A: SLBG will reduce heat travel and moisture in the heat that is trying to escape through the outer cold surface and will reduce condensation on your roof underside.

Q: Can SLBG treated paint be sprayed?

A: Yes: Remove all filters from your spray equipment (as they filter out SLBG) and use a slightly larger tip than normal. Most power rollers can also be used successfully.

Q: What color paint should I use?

A: White is always the color of choice, the lighter the color the better the performance. Darker color paints may lighten with SLBG.

Q: Can I use SLBG in my attic?

A: SLBG applied to underside of roof decking will reduce heat gain in your building & will lower the surface temperature of insulation making it more efficient in controlling heat gain. This is an excellent area to use those leftover paints.

Q: Is there any special preparation necessary to use SLBG ?

A: No: But always apply your paint to a clean dry surface.

Q: Will more than one measurement per gal. of paint increase SLBG effect on heat transfer ?

A: Yes, but always run a test for adhesion.

Q: What other benefit will SLBG give ?

A: With a Mohs '7' hardness and spherical shape contribute to increase hardness and burnish/abrasion resistance of the finished surface.

l       Tale = 1 Mohs'     Steel = 5 - 8.5 Mohs'  

l       Diamond =  10 Mohs'