Sustainable insulation? That starts with the right materials!
In the quest for a more sustainable lifestyle, your home plays a key role. Energy-efficient heating is a hot topic. But it doesn’t stop there. The heat you generate should be retained for as long as possible. That’s where proper insulation comes in. In this blog, we’ll show you which insulation materials offer the most sustainable results. With the right products, you’ll be ready to get started in no time.
Why choose sustainable insulation?
Did you know that up to 30% of heat loss happens through the roof? An additional 20% escapes through ventilation and walls. Properly insulating your home, office, or any other building is one of the most efficient ways to minimise energy loss and reduce overall energy consumption. That’s good not only for your wallet but also for the environment. After all, using less energy means lower CO₂ emissions. Good insulation helps you do your bit.
PIR is a sustainable insulation material
If you plan to insulate yourself, you’ll quickly come across PIR insulation – for good reason. PIR is not only user-friendly but also highly sustainable. Why?
- PIR insulation is thin and lightweight, saving you a huge amount of space. This also means you need fewer building materials, like narrower foundations and lighter roofs.
- PIR insulation maintains its performance over time. That means it won’t need to be replaced as quickly.
- PIR has a high insulation value, so you need less energy to heat your home.
- Factories producing PIR insulation have low CO2 emissions and recycle the waste.
Looking for the ideal PIR insulation board? At Aquaplan, you’ll find the IKO enertherm ALU TG. These boards are suitable for windproofing and damp-proofing walls, floors, ceilings and lofts. Their big advantage? The boards feature a convenient tongue-and-groove click system, so they fit together seamlessly. They’re also fireproof, insensitive to moisture and reflective, making them even more insulating. In short, an extremely good choice for those who want sustainable insulation.
Other sustainable insulation materials
In addition to PIR insulation boards, you’ll need a few other materials to insulate your home sustainably.
- Duo-fix is a fastening set consisting of pressure distribution discs and screws. They are designed for IKO enertherm insulation boards. The screws come in different lengths so you can use them regardless of the thickness of the insulation boards.
- IKO enertherm insulation boards fit together perfectly due to their unique tongue-and-groove system.
- But those who want an even sturdier finish can opt for Iso Tape. It’s a special adhesive tape for sealing the seams between insulation boards. Another way to seal gaps between insulation boards and building structures is with Iso-Fill insulation foam.
Before you begin insulating, make sure the surface is in perfect condition, free from cracks, tears, leaks and blisters. Aquaplan offers a range of roof treatment products to help you prepare the surface. Consider, for example, the Repair & Seal kit. It is a rubber-based sealant for repairing bituminous substrates. In combination with this kit, you can use the Repair & Seal Reinforcement Fleece as extra reinforcement when repairing blisters, cracks and tears. In addition, there is also Roof Repair Strong, which helps you seal joints, protect wood, and waterproof roof details.
Ready to get started? You can find IKO enertherm ALU insulation boards and all the supplies mentioned here at an Aquaplan retailer near you!
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