Kingspan Insulation offers a variety of roof insulation products for a variety of roofing applications. Its range of products includes insulation for pitched roofs and between joists and rafters. These products are ideal for new and existing roofs and are also ideal for loft conversions.
Plasterboard
Kingspan Insulation produces a variety of different types of roof insulation for flat and pitched roofs. These products are designed to provide exceptional thermal performance while maintaining the integrity of the waterproofing membrane. They are ideal for new flat roof installations as well as refurbishments and loft conversions. Kingspan flat roof insulation is available in a variety of sizes and is suitable for installation between joists or between rafters.
Kingspan and Celotex are two of the most common types of flat roof insulation. The former is suitable for flat roofs with mechanically fixed waterproofing. The latter is suitable for roofs requiring extra thickness. Both products are available in varying thicknesses and are made with durable, recyclable materials.
Choosing the right kind of insulation for your roof is essential to avoid condensation. It helps maintain the interior temperature of the building and prevents cold air from entering the living space. If you have a flat roof, you can install Kingspan flat roof insulation between joists to keep the temperature in your living space. Alternatively, you can use space jackets for extra insulation between joists.
Kingspan flat roof insulation is available as a warm deck system or as a cold deck system. In this system, insulation is installed between the joists and above the plasterboard. This method requires you to remove the existing roof covering and decking to get to the joists and install the insulation. In either case, you will need to provide adequate ventilation.
Xtratherm FR/TP insulation board
Xtratherm FR/TP insulation boards are BBA certified, and are ideal for insulating flat roofs. The boards feature a polyisocyanurate core and are bonded to a 6-mm WBP grade plywood. They are designed to provide superior thermal insulation for warm flat roof structures, and can be used for both roll and pour and mechanically fixed membranes.
Xtratherm Close-R is fully insulated, preventing cold bridging and damp penetration. It also prevents air infiltration and condensation. It is available in lengths of up to 150mm, and is designed to fit between joists. It is also available in flanged detail for extra-tightness.
Recticel
Kingspan flat roof insulation is one of the most popular types of insulation for flat roofs. It is made with a solid core of PIR foam and features a 6mm plywood outer face. The company also offers different thicknesses of insulation for different types of flat roofs. It can be used in conjunction with other flat roof materials, such as built-up felt or mastic asphalt.
It is a 3-layer insulation solution that meets or exceeds the target u-value set by the Building Regulations. It can be fitted between joists, over joists, or under rafters, to improve the overall efficiency of the flat roof. It also features an ultra-thin profile, which can reduce the head height of the roof structure.
Kingspan Insulation makes different types of roof insulation that are suitable for different waterproofing membranes. Kingspan Thermaroof TR31 is an effective high-performance insulation board with a thermal conductivity of 0.022 W/mK. It is a good choice for new flat roofs, refurbishments, and loft conversions.
Unlike the warm deck system, cold flat roof insulation is installed between roof joists without raising the roofline. This type of insulation allows for a 50mm air gap between the insulation board and the roof deck.
OPTIM-R roof system
Kingspan OPTIM-R is the next generation of insulation, made of rigid vacuum insulation panels with a microporous core and sealed in a thin gas-tight envelope. Its superior thermal conductivity enables it to be the thinnest possible insulation solution. Its high-insulating effect makes it ideal for use in new buildings, refurbishments and retrofitting existing buildings.
Kingspan OPTIM-R flat roof system provides five times better insulation performance than competing materials. Its galvanized metal etching primer helps prevent corrosion of the insulation facing. It is available in two types: OPTIM-R flooring and Earthtone Brown Foundation Panel. The Earthtone Brown Foundation Panel is a prefabricated extruded polystyrene panel. FP Ultra Lite Panels are prefabricated, attractive and have a stone pebble embedded in the polymer modified cementations coating.
OPTIM-R Roofing System offers excellent thermal performance in buildings with a minimum U-value of 0.017 W/mK. Its thin build-up and water-resistance properties make it ideal for buildings with height restrictions or limited space. OPTIM-R is available in a wide range of sizes and thicknesses.
Kingspan OPTIM-R flat roof panels are a great choice for retrofitting existing flat roofs. They come with rebates and thermal breaks for added protection. They can also be used with bonded waterproofing systems.
SuperQuilt
SuperQuilt is installed between the joists in a 50mm overlap. The insulation is then trimmed and sealed around the perimeter and overlaps. It should be secured with battens or nailed in place. When installing Kingspan SuperQuilt between joists, make sure the overlaps are not wider than the rafter width.
SuperQuilt is a multi-layer insulation that offers high thermal performance. It meets or exceeds the u-value target set by building regulations and is suitable for a wide range of flat roof applications. Its slim profile and superior thermal properties enable it to increase the efficiency of flat roofs. It also improves internal space by reducing the head height.
Kingspan Flat Roof Insulation can be used on low-pitched, zero-pitch and flat concrete roofs. This product has zero GPP and zero Ozone Depletion Potential. Its facing is made from a composite foil with a low-emissivity.
Kooltherm K7 sloped roof board
The Kingspan Kooltherm K7 Pitched Roof Board is a high quality rigid thermoset phenolic insulation board with low emissivity foil facings. It is suitable for pitched roof spaces and is available in standard 2400mm x 1200mm sheets. It is CFC/HCFC free and is environmentally friendly, resulting in zero global warming potential and ozone depletion. The board’s packaging is recyclable, which helps you reduce your carbon footprint.
This sloped roof board can be used for both warm and cold roofs. It should be installed over rafters and eaves, then overlayed with a breathable sarking membrane. It can also be used in between two layers of Kingspan Kooltherm K7. Before installing, make sure you seal the seams with airtight tape.
If you’re looking for a more affordable board, Kooltherm K7 is an excellent choice. Its high-density polyisocyanurate (PIR) core provides superior thermal insulation. Plus, it is easy to handle, resulting in a fast, efficient installation.
If you’re looking for a high-quality flat roof insulation solution, it’s important to choose a product that is able to meet your requirements. ThermaPitch TP10, for example, has a thermal conductivity of 0.022W/mK. It is also suitable for heated tiled roofs. Kooltherm K7 sloped roof insulation between joists, on the other hand, has a fiber-free rigid phenolic core and a low-emissivity outer face.