Ultra Single Foil
Eco Shield™ Ultra Single Foil has been developed specifically for use under roof tiles and is certified under SANS 1381-4 Class D. The aluminium foil layer will not radiate or emit heat downwards and the product is applied with the aluminium surface facing down towards the interior of the building. The spunbond membrane gives the product substantial strenght and stability.
Eco Shield™ Ultra Single Foil does not have foil on the section of the membrane which acts as the overlap, this reduces the cost of the membrane as the section where the membrane overlaps the layer underneath makes the foil surface ineffective as it needs an airspace to function as an insulator.
Other than insulate the roofspace the membrane will reduce draughts and dust penetration into the roof area. The membrane is also designed to prevent moisture from damp air from condensing on the ceiling boards and other vulnerable points in the building fabric.
Most home loan institutions insist on the use of an under-tile membrane where the roof pitch is less than 26 degrees or more than 45 degrees and in exposed coastal areas as the membrane will prevent strong winds from ripping off roof tiles.