How to keep your steel buildings cooler or warmer? Wherever you reside, there is probably a season that tends to be either warmer or colder than others. If you haven't made your steel building ready for the inevitable temperature swings, summer or winter can be rough and tumble there. Cool-Colored Roof Because some roofing materials may heat up to 190 degrees Fahrenheit on hot days, using the improper roofing materials might result in serious heat problems. By adding a cooler metal roof to your steel structure, you can reduce this solar heat gain. Use a lighter color with reflective coatings to keep your metal building cooler by reflecting most of the sun's UV radiation back into the atmosphere. Insulation By adding insulation to your metal buildings Canada, you'll be able to comply with all applicable energy efficiency regulations. Make sure the insulation in a new structure reaches the minimum recommended R-Value for the area. In the summer and the winter, good insulation helps keep heat from escaping. Ridge vents and ventilation Another technique to maintain the proper temperature in your metal building is through good ventilation. Roof ventilation and insulation actually go hand in hand. Natural ventilation is undoubtedly beneficial.
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