Weather insulation barrier

Abstract

A weather insulation barrier or block for insulating residential, commercial, and industrial dwellings and structures includes a rectangular-shaped panel member that includes a flat backing member to which an insulation member, preferably composed of foam rubber, is secured with the insulation member being slightly smaller than the backing member whereby the backing member defines a continuous peripheral lip with the long sides of the lip being centered on and secured to joists or studs that form the framework of a wall or the floor of an attic thereby providing year-round insulation for the dwelling or structure. The panel members can also be interconnected to form an insulation roll whereupon the panel members can be unrolled and used as needed.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention pertains to all-weather insulation materials, and more particularly pertains to a lightweight, portable weather insulation barrier that provides for year-round structural insulation.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The need to conserve energy is an acute concern to members of society from individual homeowners to commercial, industrial, and government agencies, organizations, and institutions. With the primary existing fossil fuels having as many drawbacks as advantages—from the political instabilities of oil-producing countries to the potential technological dangers of the nuclear power—one interim solution is energy conservation. Energy conservation by individual homeowners not only lessens dependence on foreign energy sources, but also has the more immediate effect of producing lower utility costs and bills.[0003]Residential homes and dwellings dissipate and lose energy and heat in numerous ways. From leaky faucets and spigots and...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention is a lightweight, easy-to-install weather insulation barrier for use in residential, commercial, and industrial structures. The barrier is designed to keep the structures cool in the summer and warm in the winter, prevent heat loss, and maintain the warmth of the dwelling or structure. The barrier is placed between the studs or joists of the framework of the structure and is secured in place using stapling or other means. It is made of a flexible supportive paper backing with a continuous peripheral lip for attachment to the joists or studs. The barrier also includes an insulation member made of foam rubber to provide the desired amount of insulation. The barrier can be packaged in rolls for easy handling and can be used for additional purposes such as insulating pipes, water heaters, and livestock sheds. It is more economical to produce and safer for consumers than other insulation materials. Overall, the invention provides a simple and effective solution for insulating structures to improve energy efficiency and comfort."

Problems solved by technology

Residential homes and dwellings dissipate and lose energy and heat in numerous ways.

From leaky faucets and spigots and lights left on in rooms when no-one is in the rooms to ignoring thermostat settings and poorly constructed windows, heat is lost, energy is wasted and home utility bills and costs are much higher than need be.

One of the primary factors in driving up utility costs is a poorly insulated dwelling.

However, working with this type of insulation material requires skill and care, as the fiberglass strands are an irritant to the skin and a danger if inhaled.

Insulative foam boards are also available but these are placed on the framework of the dwelling as it is being constructed, and it is difficult, if not impossible, to add the insulative boards to a completed dwelling.

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