Insulation Blogs
A Comprehensive Guide to UK PIR Polyisocyanurate Roof Insulation
TLDR: Polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation is the industry-standard solution for high-performance roofing in the United Kingdom, offering a superior thermal conductivity of 0.0
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A Comprehensive Guide To Internal Wall Insulation Using Vapour Barrier Insulated Plasterboard In The United Kingdom
TLDR Internal wall insulation using thermal laminate plasterboard is a highly effective solution for improving the energy efficiency of the UK housing stock, particularly so
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A Comprehensive Guide to Multifoil Insulation in the United Kingdom
TLDR Multifoil insulation has become a primary solution for thermal management in the United Kingdom, particularly as building regulations tighten under Approved Document L. Thi
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A Comprehensive Guide: The Benefits of Jablite Expanded Polystyrene Insulation in the UK
TLDR: Quick Summary of Jablite EPS Advantages for UK Construction Jablite is a lightweight, closed-cell Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) material widely used for permanent insulat
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A Comprehensive Guide: Kingspan Minimal Profile Insulation Solutions in the UK
TLDR: Rapid Summary of Kingspan 10mm Context Insulation The search term '10mm Kingspan insulation' typically refers to two distinct, high-performance, space-saving s
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A Comprehensive Guide: Can Foam Pipe Insulation Be Used Underground in the UK?
TLDR: Executive Summary Foam pipe insulation can be successfully deployed beneath ground level in the UK, but its application requires specific material selection and rigoro
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Avoiding the Pitfalls: A Homeowner's Guide to Common Loft Insulation Mistakes
TLDR Properly insulating a loft is one of the most effective ways to reduce home energy bills, but common mistakes can negate the benefits and cause serious damage. The most
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A Comprehensive UK Guide to EPS and XPS Polystyrene Insulation
TLDR: Key Points EPS vs. XPS: Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is the familiar white, beaded foam material. Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) is a dense, smooth, and often col
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A Comprehensive Guide to Home Insulation in the UK
TLDR: A Quick Summary Historical Context: The development of home insulation in the UK has been a reactive process. It was shaped by public health issues like damp, th
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Is EPS Insulation Non-Breathable? A Comprehensive UK Guide
TLDR (Too Long; Didn't Read) Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) insulation is not non-breathable. It is a vapour-permeable material, which means it allows water vapour (moisture
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Types of Insulation Pallets: A Comprehensive Guide for the UK
The term "insulation pallets" has two main meanings in a UK context. Primarily, it refers to specialised temperature-controlled packaging solutions used in
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Building Materials for Tiny Homes: A Comprehensive UK Guide
TLDR: The legal classification of a tiny home in the United Kingdom is the single most important factor in its construction. Whether it is defined as a mobile 'caravan&#
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