My DIY Loft Space Insulation Adventure

My DIY Loft Space Insulation Adventure

My DIY Loft Space Insulation Adventure

Today, I'm sharing my journey into DIY loft insulation. If you're thinking about making your home Thermally insulated and saving some cash on heating. Prevent Heat loss in our house it is essential. today we are going to look what type of loft insulation products we will use.

Why Loft Insulation Matters:

Picture a home that's warm in winter, cool in summer, and your energy bills are doing a happy dance. That's loft insulation – like a cozy hug for your home all year round.

Choosing the Right Stuff:

Now, let's talk materials.

After a bit of digging, I went for range of loft insulation materials - Superglass Multi Roll 44 and Knauf loft roll. Let's see how these buddies spiced up my DIY-friendly loft insulation.

Superglass Multi Roll 44 - glass mineral wool insulation

 This insulation is a breeze to work with. It's like a magic blanket keeping your home toasty with a cool lambda (or λ) value of 0.044W/mK.

Easy Peasy: Comes in thickness options (100mm, 150mm, 170mm, and 200mm), and the perforated design makes installation a breeze.

Knauf Loft Roll:

A high-quality thermal roll that added an extra layer of warmth to my place.

Features & Benefits:

  • Made for houses with wooden beams spaced at 400mm and 600mm apart.
  • Easy to handle with handy perforations.
  • Made of flexi and light glass mineral wool.
  • 1140mm wide with cuts, so you can get creative with two rolls at 570mm wide or three at 380mm wide.

Knauf Loft Roll follows the rules to make sure it's a winner.

Standards & Certification:

It's a champ at resisting fire – Euroclass A1 according to BS EN 13501-1.

DIY Loft Insulation:

Starting my loft project, step one was measuring the existing loft – no Ph.D. needed, just a tape measure and a bit of patience.

Now, the fun part – let's talk DIY.

Geared up with safety gear – glasses, gloves, and a mask – I dove into the installation.

Pro tip: don't forget the overall attire!

Surprisingly breezy, like building IKEA furniture with crystal-clear instructions. No stress, just a virtual high-five. It's like swaddling your home in a cozy, self-made cocoon.

As I wrapped up my loft project, I found myself chilling in my warm, energy-efficient room, sipping on a cup of tea.

Delivery matters in DIY, and loft insulation is no exception. Keep an eye on delivery charges, and a friendly reminder – "please contact" – makes things smooth.

Direct contact with the supplier clears up any questions and ensures you get the right info for your insulation needs.

Thermal performance is key for energy efficiency. Superglass Multi Roll 44 and Knauf Loft roll nails it with excellent thermal conductivity and a perforated design.

Result? Bills in check, a greener lifestyle – win-win.

In conclusion, my DIY loft insulation adventure wasn't just about a comfy home but making eco-friendly choices.

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