New Coating Reflects Radiant Heat, Reduces Home Energy Costs

Sherwin-Williams E-Barrier Offers a Simple Solution to Home Heating and Cooling Loss

(LAS VEGAS - March 19, 2004) - A cutting-edge technology from Sherwin-Williams gives painting contractors an avenue for adding value, energy-efficiency and thermal comfort to their customers' homes.

E-Barrier is a new coating from Sherwin-Williams that contains microscopic reflective particles which help keep radiant energy from transferring in or out of a home. When applied to the underside of a home's uncoated roof deck, E-Barrier is designed to reflect radiant heat before it reaches the insulation or ceiling below, so rooms stay cooler in warm weather. In colder weather, these same features contribute to a home's insulation properties by helping to reflect existing heat back into the home. E-Barrier reduces heating and cooling costs by as much as 15 percent, as certified by an independent testing laboratory. (Energy savings will vary depending upon building materials, location and conditions.)

In addition, E-Barrier forms a breathable film that will not trap moisture. E-Barrier is easy to apply with an airless sprayer, which results in fast application times with minimal overspray and no drips or runs.  It also has very low odor, applies in a single coat and is ready-to-apply, with no mixing required. Painting contractors can offer E-Barrier as an additional service that will reduce energy costs. As a result, the product can help build customer loyalty and generate referrals. In addition, commercial painting contractors - as well as property and property maintenance managers - can benefit from E-Barrier technology, too. The product can be applied to the underside of previously coated commercial metal roof decking to provide the same cost-saving and comfort benefits as it does in residential use. 

For over 135 years, Sherwin-Williams has satisfied the coating and color needs of painting contractors, designers, specifiers, property managers and builders.  Sherwin-Williams provides fast, flexible, responsive local service and personalized, expert advice. More than 2,600 stores and 1,400 sales representatives make Sherwin-Williams North America's largest single-source supplier of high-quality paints, stains, masonry coatings and brand-name wall and floor coverings.

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