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Radiant barriers under a tin roof
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I've read where radiant barriers intstalled in attics will only increase the surface temperature on a roof by 2-5 degrees F, however this is on a shingle roof. Does anyone know if it is a bad idea…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Franz Jan 11.
Guidance to restore 1839 house to period
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I purchased a home (Charleston Single) that was built in 1839 in Charleston, SC almost 2 years ago. I have spent that time gutting it, as unfortunately, it was not cared for over the years. The…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sean Maher Mar 10, 2011.
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Franz replied to PeytonC's discussion Radiant barriers under a tin roof"BAD idea!
Reflecting the heat back to the roof is nearly as bad as allowing heat to accumulate in insulation and reradiate into the living area.
You have a metal roof, why let heat past it when you can keep it out nearly completely by sprinkling the…"
James Olson replied to PeytonC's discussion Radiant barriers under a tin roof"In heating climates (where one's furnace is on more days/yr. than the A/C is) a radiant barrier foil can be attached to the underside of the roof rafter or on top of an unfinished attic floor insulation (the latter can cause increased moisture…"
PeytonC replied to Leah Acosta's discussion Anyone have a cistern?"I have a cistern under what will be my kitchen. There is already a square cut out of the flooring and a circle cut in the top of it for access. It has no water functionality to it any more and a few old animal bones inside, but I plan to…"
PeytonC posted a discussionRadiant barriers under a tin roof
I've read where radiant barriers intstalled in attics will only increase the surface temperature on a roof by 2-5 degrees F, however this is on a shingle roof. Does anyone know if it is a bad idea to install a radiant barrier to the under side of a truss on a tin roof?
PeytonC replied to Michele Campbell's discussion 1903 Fireplace nightmare"I had a problem with birds getting down my chimney as well. I put some 1/4" hardware cloth at the top to keep them out until I could get a damper up there."
Sean Maher replied to PeytonC's discussion Guidance to restore 1839 house to period"The university of South Carolina Press has a wonderful library of reference books and picture books with houses just like this. Start there, and you'll probably find one that looks exactly like yours. You can also try looking at some HABS…"
PeytonC replied to PeytonC's discussion Guidance to restore 1839 house to period"Louise and Jane,
Thank you both for your responses. Charleston does have the Historic Charleston Foundation, which I'm trying to get down to, I just never have the time...or never think about it when I do have time :/ Thanks…"
Louise H. Corderman replied to PeytonC's discussion Guidance to restore 1839 house to period"Peyton,
What a beautiful house, and so typical of a Charleston home. I agree with Jane about the first thing to do is research the home. Charleston has one of the finest Historic Associations in the country and they certainly have volunteers that…"
jane replied to PeytonC's discussion Guidance to restore 1839 house to period"Peyton -
I've been busy, sorry not to reply -
So, a brief note: Charleston is an historic city with much pride in its housing stock. I am sure there is a museum, historical society, preservation group with a library who would be…"
PeytonC replied to Phil's discussion Proposed 3rd floor bathroom design"I dont have much help here other than to suggest you look into getting this software...
www.homedesignersoftware.com
I have the architecture version 8 which was $199, and will probably pay to upgrade to V10. It's pretty easy to…"
PeytonC replied to PeytonC's discussion Guidance to restore 1839 house to period"Thanks for the response Jane!
You cut me deep with the "not fancy comment". Just kidding. From what i've found, the house was build by General Wade Hampton, along with a few others on the block. The style is…"
jane replied to PeytonC's discussion Guidance to restore 1839 house to period"a quick note (not as long winded as I usually am!)
Your second floor moldings looks original, except for the picture rail between the windows - that would have been added about 1880. The fireplace might have been faux painted to look…"
PeytonC posted a discussionGuidance to restore 1839 house to period
I purchased a home (Charleston Single) that was built in 1839 in Charleston, SC almost 2 years ago. I have spent that time gutting it, as unfortunately, it was not cared for over the years. The work done over the last 30 years on the house was done poorly. Windows were put in wrong, siding was mismatched and wasn't caulked right, termites had a grand time in some places, and floors were messed up in places. Not to mention the majority of the original plaster was removed and replaced with…See More
PeytonC replied to John K.'s discussion [TIP] - Saving an opened tube of caulk"fair enough. I'm not saying my method is better, i'm just saying what I do ;) I don't mind the pulling a little piece of caulk off the tip and haven't noticed any damage to the integrity of the caulk that is…"
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