Is Roof Paint The Future?

Imagine all homes and buildings capped like snow-covered mountains.  Many environmentalists are hoping that this will be fact in the near future.  Reflective roof paint can cut down the temperatures of rooftops by reflecting off infrared light.  Temperatures can be significantly reduced, and consumers will have lower energy bills because air conditioners do not have to work as long to cool the building with the roof paint.

Critics point out that the reflective material will cause an increase in power use due to the need to run furnaces longer in the winter.  While it is true that winter homes will not benefit from the sun’s rays on their roofs, one must point out that it does not matter if the roof is covered with snow.

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