Is kingspan better than polystyrene?
Celotex, Kingspan etc will have a higher U value than normal polystyrene so you would have to increase the thickness of the poly to achieve what Celotex would give you. Also, Celotex etc. is denser than poly and for a floor, you need something firm.
What is Jablite used for?
Jablite is the UK’s largest producer of EPS products for insulation and civil engineering. Installing insulation on the external walls of a domestic or non-domestic property is a cost effective alternative to demolishing and rebuilding.
What is Jablite made of?
Jablite insulation products are made from expanded polystyrene (EPS), a plastic that is obtained from oil.
Is polystyrene better than PIR?
Comparing the thermal value of cavity insulation and loft insulation boards: in comparison to other insulation materials like mineral wool or the widely used Polystyrene foam rigid foam PIR term insulation boards provide a much more effective insulation value.
Is Jablite waterproof?
Is Jablite Waterproof? Yes, not only is Jablite insulation board resistant to moisture, it’s classed as flood proof.
Is Jablite fireproof?
Fire Properties If Jablite EPS is specified and installed correctly, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and BS 6203 guidance, it will not present any undue fire hazard.
Who makes Jablite?
Jablite has been incorporated as a new company that is jointly-owned by Chairman John Colley, Managing Director Richard Lee and Financial Director, John Cooper with a new investment partner, BEWiSynbra, a leading manufacturer of expandable polystyrene in Europe.
Is Rockwool as good as Kingspan?
Also despite being a good insulator, both Kingspan K5 and EPS have better thermal efficiencies, so you need more Rockwool to achieve the same u-values. We would always recommend using gloves when installing the Rockwool boards as the wool fibres can be really itchy.
Is Jablite EPS?
Jablite insulation products are manufactured from EPS. The material comprises expandable beads of polystyrene pre-foamed and fused together in a steam-heated mould under pressure.
Can you use Jablite for wall insulation?
Jablite external wall insulation is an easy-to-install insulation that will perform for the lifetime of the building. It is compatible with all external wall systems and can be bonded or mechanically fixed to the wall.
Is Rockwool better than EPS?
If you are looking for a good value insulation product, we would suggest looking no further than the EPS. If you are worried about fire safety, then Rockwool mineral wool is the insulation product to go for, although it is slightly more difficult to install than the other products.
Is Kingspan insulation any good?
High Compressive Strength Kingspan boards are known for their high compressive strength. The boards, therefore, have an excellent level of impact resistance, so if you have children who are likely to kick footballs at your wall then this is a great option!