Thermofoil products
These products are used in domestic, commercial and industrial construction
where fire resistance is an important criterion, They are manufactured
in light, medium, heavy and extra heavy duty for use in a wide variety
of different applications.
All foils are grouped into duty classifications as per the Australian
Standard AS/NZS 4200.1: 1994, Table 2
Energy Efficiency
Sarking will reduce summer heat gain and winter heat loss in a building.
Importantly this will enhance energy efficiency and help reduce greenhouse
gas emmisions and has a high light reflectivity. When installed in buildings
as an exposed internal roof lining, the reflectivity of the ceiling is
increased by up to 40%. This reduces artificial lighting loads and further
enhances energy efficiency.
Protection
Sarking under tiled roofs, provides an effective barrier or second skin against the ingress of wind driven rain, dust and debris entering the roof space, particularly if the roof tiles become cracked or damaged.
It is also flame retardant and suitable for use in buildings in bushfire prone areas to help lessen fire hazard by preventing the ingress of sparks into the roof space.
