Description
R1.5 Knauf Earthwool Thermal Walls Insulation
Knauf Earthwool Wall Insulation Batts installed in the exterior walls of your home is more accessible and affordable than you may expect. If the vertical wall studs are spaced at a 45cm interval, we generally recommend installing a minimum of R1.5 insulation within the 43cm width of the external walls. With a thickness of 75mm, it easily fits into most wall cavities, providing a moderate level of thermal protection. The optimal time to insulate both internal and external walls is during the construction or renovation of the home. Retrofitting insulation batts after the walls are already lined tends to be costly, as it would require dismantling one side of the wall to gain access to the wall cavity.
Don’t Overlook the Itch-Free Experience
The wall batts come neatly packaged in durable, white poly bags that also contain user-friendly instructions for installing them. If you’re planning to handle the installation yourself, make sure to review Knauf’s DIY Safety Instructions before you begin. Earthwool wall batts offer a cost-effective solution for thermal and sound insulation. They can be effortlessly installed in residential structures with both timber and metal frames.
Knauf Earthwool Insulation Batts are gaining popularity among DIY home builders and professional installers alike, thanks to their softer texture and itch-free handling. Knauf’s “don’t miss the itch” campaign has been successful in highlighting this added advantage. Through advanced technology, Knauf Insulation has developed a glasswool product using longer fibreglass strands, resulting in fewer ‘ends’ that can cause skin irritation.
What Is The Most Popular Wall Insulation?
At No Gap Insulation, we witness a high demand for Knauf Insulation every week, with customers from Melbourne, Sydney, and across Australia. Among our extensive range, Earthwool Batts stand out as one of the most popular choices for external wall insulation. This is attributed to their softness and low-itch formulation, ensuring a comfortable experience during installation.
With increased government emphasis, growing consumer awareness, and a rising focus on environmental sustainability among Australians, energy efficiency has become a central aspect of new home construction projects. Consequently, the notion that wall insulation is merely an optional add-on is rapidly fading away. Nowadays, it is uncommon for a new house to be designed without including some form of external wall insulation, highlighting its importance in creating energy-efficient homes.
Installing Wall Insulation – New Homes
Installing insulation in a new home is a straightforward task that can be carried out by almost anyone. The key principle is to create a thermal barrier between the interior of the house and the external air. To ensure effective insulation, it is important to install it neatly, without leaving gaps or compressing the insulation material. Additionally, walls separating the house from uninsulated spaces like workshops or garages should also be insulated.
Our DIY Install page provides helpful videos demonstrating the proper installation of wall insulation and other types. It is crucial to avoid pushing or allowing the wall batts to fall through and rest against the bricks or external cladding. The cavity should remain open to allow airflow, enabling moisture to escape. Some installers may use tape or string in horizontal rows behind the wall studs to prevent batts from falling through and contacting the brickwork. However, if the walls are already wrapped with materials like Sisalation, tape or string may not be necessary.
Timing is essential for installation. Ideally, wall insulation should be installed just before fixing the plasterboard in place. This is typically when other trades, such as plumbers and electricians, have completed their work within the wall cavities. In commercial building projects, installers may need to work on short notice. However, in a DIY project, you can set your own pace and ensure sufficient time for installing wall insulation before lining the walls externally. It is important to avoid long delays between finishing the insulation and wall lining, as prolonged waiting increases the likelihood of insulation being disturbed by wind or other factors.
Offering The Right Product For You?
At No Gap Insulation, we also sell the following Earthwool thermal insulation for external walls in 430mm and 580mm widths at discounted prices:
- R1.5 Earthwool Thermal Wall Insulation
- R2.0 Earthwool Thermal Wall Insulation
- R2.0 HD Earthwool High Density Acoustic 18kg/m³ Wall Batts
- R2.5 HD Earthwool High Density Acoustic 20kg/m³ Wall Batts
- R2.7 SHD Earthwool Super High Density Acoustic 27kg/m³ Wall Batts
If you require professional guidance or assistance with your wall insulation project, we encourage you to get in touch with us. Our team is readily available to provide expert advice and support. It’s worth noting that Earthwool insulation is manufactured using ECOSE technology, ensuring its environmental friendliness and sustainability.
To conveniently purchase discounted Knauf Earthwool Thermal Wall Insulation Batts, you can visit No Gap Insulation’s webshop today. Take advantage of our competitive prices and secure the insulation materials you need for your project.
