Did installing radiant barrier insulation on my old garage doors make them better?! I'm back with proof to show the results after 7 hot and cold months! Spoilers, it won't make your door as good as a new, expensive one... but it's a huge improvement!
Here's my first Radiant Barrier install video: • Make Your OLD Garage Door Better! (W...
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Products Used In This Project (Amazon Paid Links):
Reflectix Radiant Barrier Insulation: https://amzn.to/2YDD2DF
Scotch Double Sided Tape: https://amzn.to/39HKVOP
Thermal Camera: https://amzn.to/3BDYGcb
Infrared Thermometer: https://amzn.to/3mWx3Y3
The weatherstripping is available at Lowe’s or any hardware store most likely.
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Sources for this video's data:
Radiant Barrier documentation: https://www.reflectixinc.com/literature/
Garage Door Weight Guidance: https://garagedoorguide.com/doorweight/
DISCLAIMER! I am just a homeowner sharing my personal experiences. Please use this to research options but don't just use my perspective alone. I did research everything in this video, but what works for me in my climate may not work for you as well.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:24 Do Radiant Barriers Work?
1:52 Infrared Thermometer and Thermal Camera Testing
3:47 Does Mounting Tape Hold Up?
6:04 Does Insulation Mess With Door Operation?
8:28 Isn't this all just a waste of time and money?!
9:55 Rapid Fire Comment Responses!
11:26 STAR WARS FAN FILM (Please Don't Watch This)
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