How much can you save with the COOLWALL® System?
The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory tests showed that the COOLWALL® System reduces cooling costs up to 21.9%.
How does COOLWALL® relate to a Wall System “R” (resistance) rating?
The COOLWALL® System does not have an "R" (resistance) rating because it does not function by an insulation process. The COOLWALL® System does not get as hot because it reflects the infrared energy from the [...]
What is the COOLWALL® Strategy for LEED Project Submissions?
Tom Hicks, who is the Vice President of the U.S Green Building Council, is a firm believer in the technology and should be useful acting as a facilitator. The most crucial aspect here is to [...]
Does COOLWALL® have a limited amount of color choices?
Yes. COOLWALL® provides designers with a much greater selection of colors in medium and dark tones without concerns of fading.
How is the COOLWALL® System able to reflect heat without changing color?
The COOLWALL® System is excellent for reflecting heat. Its ability to keep wall surfaces cooler directly correlates to its ability to reflect a substaintial precentage of the non-visible portion of the spectrum which leaves the [...]
Does the COOLWALL® system have any effect on previously painted projects that are set to be restored with COOLWALL®?
No, there is no effect regardless of the condition. The COOLWALL® will be the same if it is applied to a previously painted project, and it will also be the same if it is applied [...]
What are the three DELTA (E) values of fade?
If there is a color difference of one DELTA (E) value, then that means the point of which a color difference begins is noticeable to an average person's eye. A color difference of three DELTA [...]
What is the Green Seal – Class “A” Green Seal 11?
This refers to interior paints. Products like COOLWALL® System passes the Green Seal requirements.
What is the procedure for recoating?
Starts with clean surfaceCOOLWALL® can be applied without primer, if you are recoating with the same color Both COOLWALL® primer and finish are required if you are recoating in a different color
How long is the lifespan of a COOLWALL® System?
The COOLWALL® System is strategically designed to last a lifetime! In fact, testing showed that the COOLWALL® System still looked like new after more than 10 years of exposure and showed no signs of changing [...]