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  • PIR Crisis. Are you a builder? Has your job come a standstill?

    Currently the UK market is showing a worrying trend in the building & construction industry. There has been a rise in the demand for PIR insulation materials on a consistent basis and due to this increased demand, there has been an alarming shortage of this material. This shortage in the market has been caused due to inadequate supply of Methylene Di-phenyl Di-isocyanate (MDI) chemical which is one of the prime constituents of PIR. This high demand for PIR in the UK market has caused the price of PIR boards to rise. The price of PIR boards has already risen by.........
  • The importance of sound insulation in buildings

    A soundly constructed building is an example of fine architecture, mesmerizing facade, and integrated science.

    Noise pollution doesn’t need an introduction as everyone is much aware of its causes and results. By understanding the nuances of sound like quality, pitch, and timbre; you step into the shoes of acoustic consultant and begin to anticipate soundproofing solutions which fit best in your situation.

    The workout of theories and algorithms in the construction process is highly acknowledged to shape a place which is worth living.

     While designing a blueprint, an architecture works on measurements, focus on designing and checks on quality understanding the importance of survival.

    The standard protocols of building industry take into account sustainability which means designing buildings which inspire to live. Economically savvy, socially ethical

  • Install Sheep Wool Insulation for a Healthy Body and Environment

    Install Sheep Wool Insulation for a Healthy Body and Environment

    It has been aptly marked by someone that we get the output as per the input supplied. The same is applicable in terms of insulating our homes. As we strive to drive awareness followed by respecting sustainability cum good health, these techniques provide an in road to sustainable products that can contribute to good overall health within a building.

    Why Go Sheepwool for Insulation?

    Sheepwool Insulation or as it is known also by Natural Insulation contributes a lot in the reduction of heat loss thus saving money on heating bills. Apart from that, you will be astonished by the comfortable climate that Sheep Wool insulation will serve as a buffer between the exterior and interior environments by controlling heat loss, air humidity and nasty chemicals floating through the air that you cannot see. Yes Sheepwool Insulation absorbs all the nasty chemicals in the air and purifies it.

    Present day, people are starting understand the benefits of sheep wool insulation for their homes. Simply because of the above reasons but still there are so many out there that do not realise why .............

  • Insulation4less becomes a reseller of the only 100% Sheepwool Insulation

    Insulation4less becomes a reseller of the only 100% Sheepwool Insulation in the UK market

    Sheepwool Insulation

    Insulation4less.co.uk is more than happy as it becomes a seller of pure sheepwool insulation material in the UK market. After its remarkable reputation in the artificially produced insulation material, we take a step towards having an eco-friendly insulation option for our customers. Not only natural advantage, sheepwool has many benefits which are remarkable in the field of insulation which was the reason why insulation4less decided to use this range of products. Here are some things you might want to......

     

  • Insulation4less.co.uk is London’s Premier online Insulation material supplier.

    Insulation4less.co.uk is London’s Premier online Insulation material supplier. Why are they so good and why should I buy from them versus my local supplier? Your local supplier offers you what he finds is fit or what he has in stock with preference to what deals he has done with his suppliers. We, at insulation4less.co.uk, give you an opportunity to decide for yourself what is good for you as we supply all manufacturers insulation and have no bias. Details of all our products are listed with their advantages over the other on our website. We are a leading online insulation material supplier for a reason.
  • How to sound proof your home

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    How to sound proof your home

    Sound proofing is a very important aspect when it comes to the keeping noise at bay. When one lives besides noisy areas like airports, or function halls, highways, etc, there can be a high degree of noise in the background. This noise affects the day to day living for an individual, and hence it is important for them to ensure their home or property is as quiet as possible.

    Understanding Sound
    Before one goes ahead doing soundproofing, one needs to understand some basic things about sound. Sound is made up of certain low frequency waves which are quite like radio waves. These waves tend to keep travelling in all directions of space until and unless they meet some form of opposition in the form of a wall or a sofa. Sound waves also have a tendency of bouncing off these surfaces which offer resistance creating some form of reverberation in the room. In order to avoid the sound to travel, you can do the following-

     

     

  • How to check up on your already existing home insulation

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    How to check up on your already existing home insulation

    Insulation is crucial to ensuring that one’s home remains energy efficient when it is cool outside. Winters can be very cold and it is very important to get the insulation right. With the right amount of insulation, one can be assured of warmth being retained in the home despite severe cold outside. And with this, the home can be energy efficient, which is not only good for the individual in terms of capital expenditure, but also good for the environment. Without proper insulation done in the house, the energy present in the house might escape through the ceiling or the attic etc resulting in an extra amount of energy being required to keep the house cool.

     

  • Where can I Use Kingspan insulation and what products go where?

    With the fast changes in the weather conditions these years, it has become very vital to treat our homes and buildings with high quality insulation material. With this responsibility on us, it becomes very difficult to decide what brand to choose among all the brands available in the market. Here we bring you a solution to this problem. Out of all the insulation material available in the market, Kingspan insulation is among those brands which has been tested and is said to have a great result in home insulation. Next problem that we face is out of all these subcategories of Kingspan, which material is to be used where? So to serve you with a solution to this problem, we have listed the materials which will best suit various locations in your house. We first tell you about some special types of Kingspan products available:
  • How to keep your house warm this winter

    How to keep your house warm this winter

    How to heat your home

    The season is about to change soon and there is an immediate requirement for you to start preparing for insulation of the building to prevent heat loss and to keep your home warm and cosy. You might have thought about simple techniques such as two way fans or many other remedies but there is one permanent solution to the problem of heat loss in the winters. By using home insulation materials while building or renovating the house you can overcome this problem. There is an adverse effect of global warming which has brought about a huge change in weather. The winter have become much colder than they used to be years ago and the summers have started to become more hot as the years are passing by. You will not have to bother about heat loss in winters for the rest of your life. Here are few points you would like to know about insulation which will help you to keep your house cosy and warm in the winter season. All you have to do choose what is the best for you and go ahead with the idea of installing the insulation material and making your home completely insulated and ideal for all seasons. 


    Floor insulation


    Insulating you floor is another important aspect. A special range of products, Celotex floor insulation, is available which gives high quality floor insulation. Celotex is very popular among the population of UK. The cost is not very high and you get the best results which is all you need! Other brands like Kingspan, Rockwool, Recticel and Knauf are also available when it comes to high quality products. They have a trusted customer circle most of which are happy with the product and are advising others to use the same. If you have a complaint against any material, it is immediately fixed so as to keep the customer satisfied to the maximum.

  • Kingspan Kooltherm. Is it a good product for you?

    Kingspan Kooltherm

    Kingspan Kooltherm
    Is it a good product for you?

    Kingspan Kooltherm has unmatchable performance, high tolerance and very durable phenolic insulants designed especially for commercial insulation and as well as residential insulation. Kooltherm sheets provide the lowest possible thermal transmittance out of all the PIR products available in the market. It is extremely resistant to water vapour as it absorbs moisture as low as 2%. Also, it is strong and has a compressive strength of about 175kpa. It has many versions like k3, k7, k8, k10, k12, k15, k17, k18, k106 and k108. All of these are manufactured only with those blowing agents which have zero ODP (Ozone Depletion Potential) and minimum GWP (Global Warming Potential), making them eco-friendly. Their non-fibre core makes them extremely safe and easy to install. It is available in thickness of your preference. There is a different kind of board available for all parts of your building as each area requires a different specification. This results in an enhanced performance. Kooltherm boards are among the best insulation boards available in the entire market. Once installed, they insulate your building for a lifetime. Here are some specifications of the different types of boards available.

  • Kingspan Styrozone should you use it in your new building?

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    Should you use it in your new building?

    High performance, tough, dependable and exclusively designed for your walls, floors and roofs, Kingspan Styrozone is a market-tested and user-trusted range of polystyrene insulation. This XPS (Rigid Polystyrene insulation) is very rare to find due to its special nature. It can be used anywhere as it is flexible in thickness ranging from 30mm to 140 mm. Kingspan insulation has evolved with the making of this brilliant material. It is tough when it comes to insulation and very mild when it comes to nature as the blowing agent used to manufacture it has ODP (Ozone Depletion Potential) at absolute 0. Its non-fibrous material makes it very safe and extremely easy to install. It is isotropic in nature. Its material is sturdy and withstands dilute acids and also alkalis. The goal for having a passive house can only be achieved if we make efforts and fit the required infrastructure beforehand. Insulation refers to the techniques of protecting something by introducing a special material to stop the loss of heat or sound, and it is a must if you are planning to build a perfect house. Here are some places in your building which desperately require Styrozone Insulation:

  • Celotex launch a new fulfill cavity wall insulation CF5000. Where can I use this and what are the benefits?

    celotex cavity wall insulation

    The most recent expansion to the organization's "5000" range extend, Celotex CF5000 conveys a U-value inside the mass of 0.18 W/m²K without the need to enlarge the cavity.

    Cavity insulation development remains the UK's most regular form strategy, with 70% of 27.4 million homes worked with cavity insulation. While indicating superior protection for cavity divider extends today, assembling experts must strike a harmony between execution, expense, and consistence whilst meeting the prerequisites of Building Regulations.

    Celotex CF5000 is a premium execution full fill cavity insulation arrangement and is BBA confirmed. Making utilization of the entire cavity width, CF5000 streamlines the warm execution through the insulation and such, accomplishes lower U-values without the necessity to broaden the cavity, enhancing your home heat retention's effectiveness.

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