The cavity wall insulation used in new buildings tends to be different to that retrofitted to existing buildings. It usually comes in the form of a panel or sheet of insulation that is built into a wall as the building goes up. In an older building, this method of installing insulation is obviously not viable, so insulation has to be sprayed into the cavity.
Types of Cavity Wall Insulation for New Buildings
Whilst the vast majority of cavity wall insulation used in new buildings is in the form of insulated panels, you can also buy insulation to spray into the cavity of a new building. However this form of insulation is not popular, it is messy to install and is hard to get right. Using panels is easier and you can be sure to produce a full seal. For insulation to be effective there must be no gaps in it or voids, which is hard to achieve with the kind of insulation you spray into the cavity between the outer skin of your building and its inner wall. If you are building new internal walls in an existing building, solid cavity wall insulation can also be used.
The Properties of Good Cavity Wall Insulation
Good quality cavity wall insulation provides a high level of insulation. It is designed to save you money on your fuel bills. It will help to keep a building cool in the summer and warm in the winter. This is its primary function, however good insulation will also help to soundproof a building.
Even good quality insulation is very lightweight, which makes it easy to work with. It can easily be cut to size. The thicker the insulation is the greater its thermal resistance is. If you live in a very hot or cold climate, it is important to check the thermal resistance of any wall insulation you buy.
The latest cavity wall insulation is made out of re-cycled materials. One of the most popular kinds is made out of plastic bottles. The advantage of this kind of insulation is can be installed without the need to wear protective clothing.
For some of the best cavity wall insulation available visit the YBS Insulation website. We have been selling insulation for decades and do so in 10 countries.
