Insulation

Picking the perfect insulation board can be a daunting task, with a huge range of options available. In addition to standard insulation boards, there are a variety of options designed for specific uses within a building. In this guide from Building Materials Nationwide, we’ll give an overview of the different thermal insulation products available, how […]

Whether you are looking to install cavity wall insulation within a building project, or within your own home, the benefits provided make it all but essential in modern buildings. Houses built after the 1920s are likely to have cavity walls, brick walls built as two layers with a space between them. Older houses are likely […]

When looking to improve the energy efficiency of your house, there are few more cost-effective methods than installing insulation. Offering both thermal and acoustic support, house insulation can stop heat from escaping your house, keeping you warm whilst reducing your heating bills. Insulating your house will both help the environment and benefit you financially. In […]

Looking for the best stud wall insulation can be daunting, with a wide variety of options available for internal and stud partition walls. In this guide, we’ll look through the best types of insulation for stud walls, both timber and metal.  We’ll look through how to thermally insulate an internal stud wall and the best […]

Whatever you are using an insulation board for, it’s vital that you cut it to the exact size needed. Insulation boards that are incorrectly cut may not fully cover the area they are insulating, allowing heat to escape from a home. There are several good methods for cutting insulation boards, including using a utility knife, […]

Noise pollution can be a major issue in modern homes, offices, and commercial buildings. This can harm your quality of life, your ability to work, or your ability to conduct business. A great option is to install sound proof insulation within your walls, floors, or loft. In this guide from Building Materials Nationwide, we’ll look […]

Loft insulation can dramatically reduce the heat loss within your home, with up to a quarter of lost heat escaping through the roof. Not only will thorough loft insulation keep your home warm in the winter, it could save you hundreds of pounds a year in heating bills. If your home has no loft insulation […]

There are a variety of reasons why you might want to dispose of old insulation within your loft, including damage, the desire to switch to a different material, or having leftover insulation after finishing work. Most insulation materials cannot be disposed of in regular waste or recycling, you’ll instead need to find your local household […]

Cavity wall insulation (CWI) issues and defects can greatly impact building performance, creating complex challenges. This guide offers practical solutions for tackling CWI issues in new and existing structures. We’ll explore advanced techniques to prevent thermal bridging, manage moisture and the process of cavity wall insulation removal. Also, we’ll discuss common cavity wall insulation problems […]