Energy Conservation Insulation Product

One of the best ways to reduce your heating bills and help save the planet is to install more insulation in your loft and walls. It is possible to save over £300 per year on fuel bills by insulating your home.

The Facts:

Insulation is a one-time investment as it lasts for many years without the need to replace it.

It will prevent heat escaping through your roof and walls so that your home stays warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

Insulation will reduce the amount of Carbon Dioxide your household emits into the atmosphere which will ultimately help to save the earth from global warming.

It can help protect your home against fire damage as insulation has very good fire resistant properties.

What to buy

If you are going to insulate your home it is important to choose the right insulation for your property but also one which is ecologically and environmentally friendly. The list below is a selection of greener insulation products available:

Eco Fibre:
85% of this material is made from recycled plastic bottles with the remaining 15% is a binding polyester. This is a great product if you are looking to install the insulation yourself as it has none of the typical problems associated with fibre glass and can be laid without the need for protective clothing.

Price ranges from £8 to £16 per roll

Steicoflex:
This is a wood based material which has been produced from saw mill residues and only contains 14% man made content to help with fire protection. This is not a roll but a “slab” of material.

Price ranges from £3.75 per square metre to £7.00

Black Mountain Sheeps wool

Produced from English, Irish and Scottish sheeps wool, this product has the additional benefit of good acoustic insulation alongside its thermal performance.

Price ranges from £10.56 per roll to £21.11

Warmcel
Ideal for lofts and timber floors this product is produced in Wales and is made from recycled newspapers. Shipped in bags, it is easy to install by simply spreading the insulation over the area.

Price is £8.00 per bag

There are many other products available on the market so check prices at your local building merchants and DIY stores.

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