Underfloor Insulation: Sizing and Joist Width

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] What is standard joist width, and what size insulation is best? Our underfloor insulation is slightly wider than the space between standard joists, but don’t be alarmed, we designed it that way. Here’s why we choose to use 450mm wide insulation when standard joists have 430mm space in […]

Water, Compression and Fire Rating of Polyester Insulation

Its natural to be concerned about compression, water and the fire rating of polyester insulation, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. In this video, ecoMaster‘s Chief Technical Officer, Maurice Beinat, puts polyester insulation to the test. See how this product holds up against water, flame, tearing and compression.  Decide for yourself what’s the most durable and […]

Types of Underfloor Insulation Exposed

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] When we’re asked about all of the different types of underfloor insulation available, people are always shocked to see our scrapbook of underfloor horror stories. If you’re researching all of the different types […]

Choosing the Best Type of Underfloor Insulation

With so many types of insulation available, how do we know what the best underfloor and ceiling insulation really is? In this video, ecoMaster‘s Chief Technical Officer, Maurice Beinat, puts polyester insulation to the test. See how this product holds up against water, flame, tearing and compression, and decide for yourself what’s the most durable and safest […]

DIY Underfloor Insulation: A Client’s Perspective

Taking steps toward making his home more energy efficient, this client decided to take the DIY approach to underfloor insulation. In this video, Trivess shares his experience and explains why he chose the DIY installation option to improve the thermal comfort of his home. Even when we were going through and we’d done one bedroom, you could […]

What Makes a Home Suitable for Underfloor Insulation?

To work out if your home is suitable for underfloor insulation you need to consider type of floor you have; what’s going on under there; and whether there’s enough room to work. Here’s a breakdown of what to look out for when planning your underfloor insulation. Number 1: What type of floor is suitable for underfloor insulation? This is a simple […]