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      Case Studies

      Case Study: Man Cave Garage Conversion

      Case Study: Man Cave Garage Conversion

      Each case study offers unique conditions that make it especially interesting to discuss. In the case study we first identify the problem and the expected outcome. Then, after the BlueTex™ is installed, we determine the ways it improved the problem and, in some cases, even some unexpected benefits that came from the installation.

      Background: A man cave hangout in North Carolina needed a way to keep the building comfortable year round and stop condensation from forming inside after the building had been in use. The customer is a veteran and he uses this space for hobby and recreation, so keeping the inside nice and clean and free of moisture was important. 

      Type of Structure: metal-framed metal building

      Location: North Carolina

      Install Date: July 2022

      Goal: Cool down the space in summer and help keep the cold air in when portable A/C was in use; stop condensation from forming in winter when the metal got cold and people were inside hanging out.

      Product used: BlueTex™ 2mm Pro 62" Wide  

      Install Details:  The BlueTex™ was installed vertically (up and down) the framing inside the metal building. The customer also used BlueTex™ inside his roll up garage door. He used our double-sided tape and trimmed off the excess. 

      Finish: The foil side faces the exterior metal to block radiant heat gain during summer, and the glossy white side faces in to the shop for a finished and brighter look inside the building. BlueTex™ is easy to wipe clean and can even be painted! Plus, the 2mm Pro created a new interior surface that can stay above dew point to control condensation on those cold nights. 

      Results: This customer was able to keep his space comfortable as needed, when needed by using BlueTex™ inside the building. 

      Case Study: Cover Old Insulation

      Case Study: Cover Old Insulation

      Each case study offers unique conditions that make it especially interesting to discuss. In the case study we first identify the problem and the expected outcome. Then, after the BlueTex™ is installed, we determine the ways it improved the problem and, in some cases, even some unexpected benefits that came from the installation.

      Background: An old weld shop in Oklahoma had some aged insulation in the walls and after years and years, it started to look dirty and dingy and was falling off in some areas. The customer recently acquired the building and needed to find a sturdy vapor barrier product that he could use to cover up the old insulation and provide a nicer interior finish.

      Type of Structure: metal-framed metal building

      Install Date: May 2022

      Goal: Cover old, dirty insulation with a new vapor barrier, and create a beautiful, bright interior finish that will help control condensation during the colder months. 

      Product used: BlueTex™ 2mm Pro 62" Wide  

      Install Details: The building was framed in red-iron and had corrugated metal on the walls and roof. The insulation was yellowed and stained from years of use and condensation drips. This shop had been used for welding and the tools produced a lot of smoke and soot, which contributed to the appearance of the shop walls over the years. The customer bought the property recently and was ok with leaving the old insulation up, but he wanted to cover it up so he could use the shop for his own hobbies. He is in a predominately hot climate with some cold weeks each year. The 2mm Pro was used since it will provide him with a vapor barrier on the walls and roof to help him control condensation. The customer installed the BlueTex™ vertically with sheet metal screws and locking insulation washers, taping the seams as he went.

      *Notice, the foil side of his BlueTex™ was pressed directly against the old insulation. In this application he was not looking to block radiant heat, so he didn't need the radiant barrier benefit of the insulation. This is why it was OK for him to press it up against the old insulation. If you want your BlueTex™ to block radiant heat in addition to controlling moisture, you would have to make sure to use furring strips to create an air gap between the foil and the old insulation in order for it to work like that. 

      Finish: The glossy white side facing in to the shop instantly brightened the building and the 2mm Pro created a new interior surface that can stay above dew point to control condensation. Plus, BlueTex™ is easy to wipe clean if you need to. The customer left the glossy white surface uncovered because it looked so nice.

      Results: The result was stunning! The customer loved how it turned out and gave him exactly what he was after. For a relatively small investment, some time and labor, he transformed this old building into a new space he can use for a long time to come.

      Case Study: New Building in North Texas

      Case Study: New Building in North Texas

      Each case study offers unique conditions that make it especially interesting to discuss. In the case study we first identify the problem and the expected outcome. Then, after the radiant barrier foil is installed, we determine the ways it improved the problem and, in some cases, even some unexpected benefits that came from the installation.

      Background: This customer was building a new metal building on his property in North Texas and decided to use BlueTex™ insulation to cut down on the heat inside the space during the summer and stop the possibility of condensation in the winter.

      Type of Structure: metal-framed metal building

      Install Date: October 2020

      Goal: Keep building cooler in summer and stop condensation in winter.

      Product Used: 6mm BlueTex™ Supreme

      Install Details: The building has a corrugated metal roof on top of metal hat channels. The roof was put on vertically with the hat channels creating the air space for the foil side of the BlueTex™. On the walls he used 1.5" wide foam strips to create the air space on the walls. The strips were put on top of the BlueTex™ foil layer with double-sided tape and then the metal wall panels were installed. 

      Finish: The foil was facing out with the air space between the foil and the metal skin. Inside the customer had the bright white finish for a more aesthetic appeal. 

      Results: The customer was very satisfied with how cool the building stayed and is able to use the building year round and stay comfortable.

       

       

      Case Study: Swap Meet/ Flea Market Building

      Case Study: Swap Meet/ Flea Market Building

      Each case study offers unique conditions that make it especially interesting to discuss. In the case study we first identify the problem and the expected outcome. Then, after the radiant barrier foil is installed, we determine the ways it improved the problem and, in some cases, even some unexpected benefits that came from the installation.

      Background: A flea market/ swap meet building in South Carolina was looking to cut down on the summer time heat gain while still preserving the finished look of a white ceiling for a more professional look. This was a perfect use of our Foil + White BlueTex™ Radiant Barrier to cut down on the heat inside and keep it looking nice for business. 

      Type of Structure: wood-framed metal building

      Install Date: July 2017

      Goal: Keep the building cooler in summer for customers and vendors, but still have a nice finished look.

      Product Used: Single-Sided Radiant Barrier Foil + White

      Install Details: The building has a corrugated metal roof on top of wood purlins. The walls are finished with drywall. The area above the foil was empty and acted as the air space to reflect heat back out of the roof.

      Finish: The foil was stapled across the bottom of the purlins for a seamless look in some areas. This method resulted in a greater white area for a more professional finish. Other areas the foil was run up and over the purlins and secured by staples.

      Results: Immediately the customer (and the vendors and shoppers) noticed a noticeably cooler building and the white brightened up the space nicely too!

      Case Study: Wedding Venue

      Case Study: Wedding Venue

      Each case study offers unique conditions that make it especially interesting to discuss. In the case study we first identify the problem and the expected outcome. Then, after the radiant barrier foil is installed, we determine the ways it improved the problem and, in some cases, even some unexpected benefits that came from the installation.

      Background: A wedding venue in Southern California was struggling to keep the interior of the building cool even with 2 brand new 5-ton a/c units. The customer needed way to stop the radiant heat from coming in because the building had no shade and it would heat up fast and was unable to cool down even with the new a/c units running constantly. Because the venue is used for weddings and photography, the customer wanted a solution that her customers would be happy with, in terms of how it looked. 

      Type of Structure: metal-framed metal building

      Install Date: August 2016

      Goal: Be able to cool the venue down without burning out the A/C but maintain a pretty finish for weddings/photography use.

      Product used: Single-Sided Radiant Barrier Foil + White 

      Install Details: The building was framed in red-iron and had a corrugated metal roof above them. The walls were the same corrugated metal as the roofline and were bare. The foil + white product was installed so the white faced down, toward the guests, while the foil side faced up, toward the roof. The area above the foil included the required air space the foil needed to reflect heat back out of the roof.

      Finish: The foil was strung horizontally and attached to the bottom of the purlins using a combination of double-sided tape and magnets to hold it onto the metal. 

      Results:  The customer said, "We were SHOCKED !!!!! The difference was AMAZING !! For the very first time we put on the A/C, and it actually lowered the building to the temperature we wanted quickly!  It was mind blowing and my husband was absolutely thrilled with happiness. Its made a HUGE difference with just the ceiling done. We are SUPER happy."