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R-Matte

Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope

Attic and Crawl Space Applications

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Application Rmax R-Matte

Plus-3

R-Matte

Plus-3 may be applied to the interior face of stud walls or roof rafters within attics and crawl spaces to

provide a layer of continuous insulation (ci). Simply nail the R-Matte

Plus-3 to the framing members and cover

with an approved ignition barrier such as 3/8” gypsum wallboard or 1/4” wood structural panel, particle board

or hardboard, as required.

R-Matte

Plus-3 has been tested to be left exposed in attics and crawl spaces without the code prescribed ignition

barrier, provided the space is limited to servicing utilities. The maximum thickness is 1” in walls and ceilings or up

to 4.5” in walls only.

Refer to R-Matte

Plus-3 data sheet for additional application/installation, compliances, thermal and physical

properties, limitations and warnings.

Warranty: See Rmax “Sales Policy” and applicable warranties for terms and conditions. Rmax does not assume any responsibility or liability for the

performance of any products other than those manufactured by Rmax. NOTE: All Rmax products must be tarped, placed on skids and kept dry

before and throughout construction.

2017-12

R-MATTE PLUS

-3

IGNITION BARRIER

Required if R-Matte Plus

-3

is greater than 4.5”

Notes:

1. Refer to local building codes for requirements on proper ventilation and bracing.

2. Either the white matte or reflective surface can be facing out. Additional thermal value

achieved if reflective surface faces an existing air space.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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Application Rmax R-Matte® Plus-3 R-Matte® Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope Attic and Crawl Space Applications R-Matte® Plus-3 may be applied to the interior face of stud walls or roof rafters within attics and crawl spaces to provide a layer of continuous insulation (ci). Simply nail the R-Matte® Plus-3 to the framing members and cover with an approved ignition barrier such as 3/8” gypsum wallboard or 1/4” wood structural panel, particle board or hardboard, as required.
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Application Rmax R-Matte® Plus-3 R-Matte® Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope Cavity Wall (Brick Veneer) Application R-Matte® Plus-3 is an excellent cavity insulation product fitting between the masonry block and finished brick veneer of any residential or commercial project. It may be secured to the dry face of the masonry block wall with a quality grade construction adhesive.
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Application Rmax R-Matte® Plus-3 R-Matte® Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope Exterior Stucco Application R-Matte® Plus-3 may be used as the insulative sheathing under hard coat stucco finishes. It may be secured to the studs with bugle-head screws, galvanized roofing nails or common-nails driven through cap washers. Cover the R-Matte® Plus-3 with a suitable separation layer such as an organic or inorganic felt.
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Application Rmax R-Matte® Plus-3 R-Matte® Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope Masonry Wall Application R-Matte® Plus-3 is applied to the interior face of concrete or concrete masonry walls to provide a layer of continuous insulation (ci) over the entire surface. It may be secured over or under furring strips, followed by a minimum 1/2” gypsum wallboard interior finish.
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Application Rmax R-Matte® Plus-3 R-Matte® Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope Re-Siding Application R-Matte® Plus-3 may be used in retrofit construction provided the existing siding is sound and solidly attached. It is secured with galvanized nails of sufficient length to penetrate the old sidings, sheathings below and at least one inch into the existing wall studs. Then, cover the R-Matte® Plus-3 with a suitable new siding of aluminum, vinyl, fiber cement, wood or wood fiber based products.
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Application Rmax R-Matte® Plus-3 R-Matte® Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope Roofing Application R-Matte® Plus-3 is laid over a suitable roof deck such as tongue-and-groove timber, plywood or metal deck and covered with a suitable layer of plywood, wafer board or OSB. Asphalt or wood shingles, concrete or clay tiles or a standing seam metal roof may be installed over the insulated roof deck according to the roofing system instructions.
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Application Rmax R-Matte® Plus-3 R-Matte® Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope Stud Wall Application R-Matte® Plus-3 applied to the exterior or interior face of studs, to cover all studs, sills, plates and header constructions, provides a layer of continuous insulation (ci) over details not normally covered by insulation products. It may be secured to the framing or structural sheathing with bugle-head screws, galvanized roofing nails or common nails driven through cap washers.
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Application Rmax R-Matte® Plus-3 R-Matte® Plus-3: Insulation for the Building Envelope Vaulted Ceiling Application R-Matte® Plus-3 may be applied to the inside face of the roof rafters in vaulted ceiling construction to provide a layer of continuous insulation (ci) and increase the R-value of the roof. Simply nail the R-Matte® Plus-3 to the face of the rafter, cover with a minimum 1/2” gypsum wallboard and finish.