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.

Roof sarking and insulation.

During metal roof insulation sarking is installed first providing some protection against the rain during the installation process. It helps to regulate the temperature in the roof cavity improving thermal performance it protects your home against thunderstorms and rain with moisture reduced in the roof cavity mould is unable to grow. In australia foil is the most common product used for sarking. Roof sarking is an thin insulating membrane that helps protect the roof space from water and dust.

Improve the performance of your roof. Sarking provides a vapour barrier. 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. It is fitted under the battens and made from a variety of materials such as felt foil or polystyrene.

An over rafter insulation layer can help to achieve a well insulated airtight building with a useful and comfortable habitable room in the roof space. It helps insulation work more efficiently and protects the things you value from storm driven rain and dust condensation and bush fire ember attack. The key is good detailing. The main purpose of sarking is to provide additional insulation for your home but it has a number of other benefits including.

Once your roof is in place sarking forms a vapour barrier.