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Building Products Top 100: Thermastrand Radiant Barrier OSB (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Ainsworth. The firm claims Thermastrand OSB not only blocks up to 97 percent of the sun's radiant heat, but is the only radiant barrier product with a 25-year warranty that guarantees the foil will not delaminate. Thermastrand keeps attics up to 30 degrees cooler and heat distribution more consistent throughout the home. Air conditioner running time and its on/off cycling also are reduced. 877-661-3200.

TechShield Radiant Barrier Sheathing (REMODELING Magazine)

LP. Installed like traditional OSB, LP TechShield radiant barrier sheathing can prevent up to 97% of radiant heat in the panel from entering a home's attic, and produce summertime energy savings of up to 20%, the maker says. Standard panels measure 4 feet by 8 feet in five thicknesses. The panels are APA Exposure 1 rated OSB and come with a 20-year transferable limited warranty that covers the aluminum, OSB substrate, and lamination process. 888.820.0325.

Sustainability: Green Spec (REMODELING Magazine)

The latest in green products.

Product Review: Construction Products (PROSALES Magazine)

Year after year, the diversity of our Editors' Choice winners continues to reflect the many ways in which the pro supply industry changes and evolves. We hope many of these products will strike your fancy and reveal themselves to you as valuable tools–not just more items to sell–as you progress through 2007.

Insulation, Housewrap and more

Siding, Insulation and More

ebuild Guide to Radiant Barrier Specifications (ebuild)

Insulating a building is a proven, cost-effective method for reducing heating and cooling costs. In warm climates, however, the amount of energy required to cool a building often exceeds the amount needed to heat it. In that case, additional steps can be taken to reduce cooling loads.