Thermal insulation is an effective way to help reduce heat loss in a building. When done correctly, it can save you money spent on energy bills. In fact, the right thermal insulation for walls, ceilings and floors plays a heavy hand in creating a more comfortable space, whether commercial or residential.

Types of Thermal Insulation

Products with heat insulator properties can help reduce heat loss by creating a barrier to trap heat and return it back into your building. There are lots of different types of thermal insulation available for different parts of your property, including:

• Loft Insulation – Often used as loft rolls, this type of of heating insulation can be installed in your loft or attic.
• Cavity Wall Insulation – This thermal wall insulation is installed between your external and internal walls, filling the cavity to reduce drafts and significant heat loss.
• External Wall Insulation – As the most expensive thermal insulation available, this external insulation is installed on the external walls of the building and is then covered in render to keep your building warm.
• Floor Insulation– Floor insulation is usually placed underneath the floorboards, offering acoustic and thermal insulation to your space.

How to Install Thermal Insulation

Depending on the type of insulation you wish to install, it should be a simple task.

Loft or floor installation is easily fitted. You’ll need to unroll this insulation to cover the area you’re looking to insulate. Insulation rolls are easy to cut to size using a serrated bread knife. Please note: Other forms such as cavity wall insulation and external wall insulation will need to be installed by an expert with specialist machinery.