In most cases floor covering will be used in the insulation mode.
Carpet padding with r value.
For some homeowner s the sleek look of tile is more important than heat.
In this case choose cushion and carpet.
While r value is an important factor to consider when choosing a flooring material you must also consider your aesthetic preferences.
A cushion with an r value of 2 and a carpet with an r value of 1 would have an r value of 3 for the composite.
Having explained the science how can this information help make sound floor covering decisions in terms of energy efficiency.
Some carpet and padding combinations can measure an r value of over.
For radiant floor heating you want the total r value to be as low as possible lower than 4 0.
Being in the middle with its r value fiber padding provides a pretty good warming and cooling property along with decent carpet support.
The r values of the carpet and padding add together for a total r value.
When you add both the r value of the carpet and the pad together you will get the complete r value and insulation value added to your home.
Adding these two together will produce a r value that can exceed 2 0.