Insulation Blogs
Is Pipe Insulation Toxic? A Comprehensive UK Guide
TLDR Modern pipe insulation materials sold and installed in the UK are not considered toxic under normal conditions of use. The materials are stable and manufactured to meet
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Insulating Old UK House Floors: A General Guide for Victorian and Edwardian Homes – Comprehensive UK Standards and Best Practice
TLDR Insulating Victorian and Edwardian ground floors is a high-impact thermal upgrade, but requires careful material selection and design specific to the floor type to avoi
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Types of Asbestos Cavity Wall Insulation: A Comprehensive Guide UK
TLDR Cavity wall insulation (CWI) installed before 2000 in the UK may contain asbestos, most commonly in the form of loose-fill vermiculite. Due to its friable nature, work
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The Benefits of Jablite Insulation: A Comprehensive Guide for UK Specifiers
Core Advantages and Longevity in the UK Built Environment The Role of Jablite EPS in Thermal Regulation Jablite insulation comprises a range of expanded polystyrene (EPS)
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Kingspan Insulation Boards: A Comprehensive Guide for the UK Built Environment
TLDR: Kingspan insulation relies on high-performance materials, primarily rigid thermoset phenolic (Kooltherm) and polyisocyanurate (PIR, Therma), designed to achieve extremely
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What Is Plasterboard (Drywall) and What Are Its Advantages and Disadvantages? A Comprehensive Guide for UK Construction
TLDR: Plasterboard Essentials Plasterboard is the universally recognised UK term for what is often called drywall internationally. It is a fundamental construction material
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A Comprehensive Guide to Waterproof and Moisture-Resistant Insulation in the UK
TLDR: This guide provides a detailed overview of waterproof and moisture-resistant insulation in the UK. While some materials, such as Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) and Polyisocya
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Wall Insulation for Timber Frame A Comprehensive Guide UK
TLDR: Insulating a timber frame structure is a crucial aspect of modern British construction, requiring a strategic approach to material selection, installation, and regulatory
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A Comprehensive Guide to Acoustic Insulation in the UK
TLDR (Too Long; Didn't Read) Effective noise control in a building is not achieved with a single product but through a systematic approach. Acoustic insulation refers to
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The Definitive Guide to the Thinnest Wall Insulation for UK Homes
TLDR For projects where preserving interior space is the highest priority, the most effective thin insulation materials are Aerogel and Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIPs). Aero
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Top Soundproofing Materials for Walls: A Comprehensive Guide UK
TLDR (Too Long; Didn't Read) Effective wall soundproofing is achieved not with a single "best" material, but through a systematic approach that combines severa
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A Comprehensive Guide to Plasterboard Adhesive in the UK
TLDR; (Too Long; Didn't Read) Plasterboard adhesive, also known as bonding compound or drywall adhesive, is used to fix plasterboard directly to masonry walls, a method
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