Commercial buildings face massive energy drains due to constant solar heat gain through the roof, which is a part of the building envelope. Roofs bear the brunt of this environmental stress, absorbing extreme heat and transferring it directly into indoor workspaces. This continuous thermal transfer forces air conditioning systems to run constantly, leading to skyrocketing…
How Roof Coatings Improve Building Energy Efficiency
Commercial buildings often face extreme thermal stress throughout the year, leading to volatile indoor temperatures and soaring utility bills. Traditional roofing materials absorb vast amounts of solar radiation, transferring this intense heat directly into the structures below. This heat transfer forces heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to operate continuously at peak capacity, which accelerates…
What Is a Primary Thermal Envelope (PTE)? A Basic Guide
The efficiency of any modern structure depends largely on its ability to regulate internal temperatures against the elements. Architects and engineers focus heavily on the design of the physical barrier that separates the indoor environment from the outdoor climate, mainly roof and wall systems. This system is essential for maintaining comfort, reducing energy waste, and…
Building Owners/ Managers
For building owners and managers, maintaining the integrity and efficiency of your structures is paramount. Enter ThermaCote®. With over three decades of pioneering development, ThermaCote® offers a suite of weather barriers and protective coatings designed to fortify buildings against the elements. These products are protective layers and a testament to the commitment to energy efficiency…
Thermal Barrier Coatings for Greenhouses Benefits
There are many considerations to make when designing, building, and caring for a greenhouse. However, one factor that many people fail to consider in these processes is whether they should include the use of a thermal barrier coating. As this article will soon reveal, thermal barrier coatings have several benefits for greenhouses. We’ve collected four…
How Thermal Barrier Coatings Reduce Energy Bills
It is difficult to overstate the amazing benefits of thermal barrier coatings. But were you aware that among those many benefits, thermal barrier coatings also have an incredible ability to save you money on your energy bills? In this article, we’ll give a quick explanation of how thermal barrier coatings work and how their functionality…
How is Thermal Barrier Coating Applied?
If you are familiar with thermal barrier coatings, then you are likely aware of the many benefits that they offer. However, that does not mean that you have a complete understanding of the thermal barrier coating application process. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about how thermal barrier coatings are applied,…
How Do Thermal Coatings Work?
Thermal coatings are useful for anyone who wants to protect the exterior of a building from harsh environmental factors while also allowing the building to become more energy-efficient overall. These protective layers rely on cutting-edge science to reduce corrosion, mitigate the effect of temperature fluctuation, and much more. However, while thermal coatings are undeniably useful…
Will a Thermal Barrier Coating Make My Warehouse Warmer?
Maintaining warm temperatures in large spaces like warehouses can be challenging and costly. Many warehouse managers start exploring heating efficiency options as winter approaches to reduce expenses. One option to consider is applying an energy-saving thermal barrier coating to your building envelope. What Exactly is a Thermal Barrier Coating? A thermal barrier coating is a…
Are Thermal Barrier Coatings Recyclable?
Thermal barrier coatings like those produced by industry leader ThermaCote® provide critical protection and energy efficiency benefits for commercial, industrial and residential structures. But what happens when it’s time to demolish or replace those structures? Are the coatings recyclable? Understanding Thermal Barrier Coatings Specialized thermal barrier coatings are painted or plastered on building interiors to…