Loft Insulation

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Loft insulation can be added to a pitched roof or attic – and it can be applied in a number of ways. In the case of unfinished wooden floors, rolls or light weight slabs can be applied. Alternatively, a layer of loft granulate can be easily installed.

When the floor has a finishing layer or is made of concrete, high density boards are common. This also leaves a remaining, walkable surface.

Our range is made from premium stone wool, providing a cost-effective and energy-efficient solution to maintaining consistent temperatures.

Learn all about it – and discover which ROCKWOOL product is right for your building or renovation project.

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Why do we need loft insulation?

As heat normally rises, uninsulated lofts and attics are prime places where it can escape from a building. Cold air can also easily enter.

The short-term solution? Turn up the heat when it’s cold – and put the air-con on when it becomes hot.

However, this wastes a lot of energy and leads to bigger heating and electric bills – as well as having a negative impact on the environment.

Installing loft insulation on the attic floor, between and above joists, or on top of floor planking or concrete, can combat this – keeping temperatures at a stable level throughout the year.

Premium insulation helps to:

Make buildings more energy efficient
Keep homes warmer during winter and cool during summer
Improve a building’s carbon footprint

Quality ROCKWOOL stone wool can last the lifetime of a building¹, passing on the savings to the people who live and work in those spaces for decades to come.

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When installing slabs or rolls, measure the length and width of the floor to calculate the total surface. Then, determine the insulation thickness required, based on the construction build and thermal regulations. Use these figures to work out the amount of m² you’ll need.

Loft granulate is normally installed by a professional installer, using blowing equipment to do it quickly and securely. Taking the surface area and the required installation thickness will give you the information needed to calculate the amount of insulation to be applied.

More detailed information on how to calculate the amounts needed, and tools to provide you guidance as to the thermal performance, can be found on local web pages.

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Why choose ROCKWOOL solutions?

Our loft insulation solutions provide first class performance, are easily installed and need no maintenance. Lasting a lifetime, they are a safe and comfortable choice.

ROCKWOOL insulation is made from stone wool². Our entire range harnesses the power of these natural materials, creating insulation that is:

Fire resilient – ROCKWOOL stone wool insulation is A1 classified – withstanding up to 1000°C.³
Thermal regulating – tiny pockets of air are trapped between the stone wool fibres securing a thermal performance that can last the lifetime of a building¹.
Noise absorbing – can reduce noise and vibration from urban transport – including up to 40 per cent near airports.⁴

Robust & adaptable – stone wool can be shaped, compressed and adapted to different loft designs – retaining its stability, without sagging.⁵
Water absorbing & repelling – keeps water out but allows vapour to pass through and escape.⁶
Rot resistant – this premium material is resistant to rot and mould – a common problem in many attic spaces.
Reusable & recyclable – when the insulation is no longer needed for a building, it can be converted into new stone wool.⁷
Accreditations - our products meet all requirements according to international and national standards. In Europe they are covered by EN14064 for loose wool (granulate), EN 13162 for slabs and rolls, and EN13501 for fire performance. National standards are covered through further local certification schemes.

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Through the relative high density and volume in combination with the closed layer, ROCKWOOL loft insulation also improves the acoustic performance of the floor – reducing external sounds coming into your sleeping room and providing peace of mind.
The intrinsic good fire performance and high fire resistance will further set your mind at ease.

Roger Peeters

Global Product Manager, ROCKWOOL Group

Applications

Insulation

Flat Roof Insulation | ROCKWOOL Group

Flat roof insulation can reduce energy costs and create an additional roof space. Discover all the benefits of ROCKWOOL flat roof insulation today.

Insulation

Rafter Insulation

ROCKWOOL rafter insulation uses the power of natural stone to conserve energy and protect against external noise.

Insulation

Pitched Roof Insulation

Discover ROCKWOOL Pitched Roof Insulation for the ultimate in thermal, acoustic and fire performance solutions. Insulate with stone wool for the future.

Installation

Loft or attic insulation can be installed by a local professional, to ensure optimal performance.

If you are installing yourself, be sure to follow the product installation guidelines – these can be found on our product web pages.

Some key tips:

Ensure you have accurate measurements of the area you are insulating.
Inspect all existing joists and electrical cabling, to ensure proper condition.
If laying over ceiling spotlights, put light covers over them for ventilation.
Evenly distribute material and avoid open joints between products. When laying in layers, avoid stacking joints.

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The effect of the installation can be felt immediately. No more cold draughts through cracks in the ceiling, or the uncomfortable feeling of a cold surface.

Roger Peeters

Global Product Manager, ROCKWOOL Group

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Sustainability and energy efficiency

We want to enrich modern living for people and wider society, with products that are both life-enhancing and sustainable.

ROCKWOOL products are made with these core aims and values in mind. They use high-quality, stone wool materials to ensure new buildings are fully insulated.

ROCKWOOL pitched roof insulation is designed to be:

Affordable
Energy efficient
Environmentally friendly

A key aim is to ensure towns and cities built today are sustainable for tomorrow. Acoustic solutions also provide extra protection from the sounds of towns and cities, creating a better quality of life for future generations.

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