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Transform Your Loft with Multifoil Insulation

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Transform Your Loft with Multifoil Insulation

To create a more energy efficient home, loft insulation has emerged as a crucial component. As the primary access point for heat to escape, the loft plays a pivotal role in maintaining a comfortable and cost-effective living environmant. homeowners across the United Kingdom are increasingly recognising the importance of investing in high-quality loft insulation to enhance their property’s thermal performance and reduce their energy bills. We’ll explore the reasons to transform your loft with Multifoil Insulation.

What is Multifoil Insulation?

Multifoil insulation is a unique and innovative solution that has gained significant traction in the loft insulation market. Unlike traditional insulation materials, multifoil insulation combines multiple layers of reflective foil and insulating materials to create a highly effectice thermal barrier. This advanced system capitalise on the principles of radiant heat transfer, reflecting heat back into the living space and preventing it from escaping through the loft.

Different Types of Multifoil Insulation for Loft Your Loft

To Meet Current Building Regulations

If you’re looking to achieve current building regulations the only Multifoil Insulation product that’s approved by BBA and BDA is YBS SuperQuilt. It’s the highest performing Multifoil Insulation due to its 19 layers of Aluminium foil and wadding. SuperQuilt can also be used to boost your EPC rating which is required for all rental properties and for selling a property.

It’s easy to install and will not deteriorate over time unlike traditional fibre loft insulation. SuperQuilt doesn’t contain any floating or itchy fibres so no PPE is required for the installation.

To Upgrade Current Insulation

If you’re looking to simply upgrade the insulation within your loft we recommend using EcoQuilt Expert. Here at Ecohome Insulation we have created two DIY loft insulation kits that use EcoQuilt Expert the EcoPro Loft Ceiling Insulation Kit and EcoPro Loft Floor Insulation Kit. Within these kits you’ll recieve all the fixing items you’ll need to install the insulation.

EcoQuilt Expert is made from 6 layers of wadding and highly reflective foil it’s 15mm thick and compresses down to just 6mm, it’s equivalent to 100mm of Fibre Glass. It’s a great DIY friendly solution due the lightweight thin material it’s easy to install even in small tight spaces.

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Benefits of Using Multifoil Insulation in Your Loft

Improved Energy Efficiency – Multifoil insulation’s superior thermal performance helps to minimise heat loss, resulting in a more energy-efficient home. This translates into lower energy bills and a reduced carbon footprint.

Enhanced Thermal Comfort – By maintaining a consistent indoor temperature, multifoil insulation ensures a comfortable living environment throughout the year, without the need for excessive heating and cooling. During the summer it’ll reflect excess heat away and during the winter it’ll retain heat.

Versatility and Adaptability – Multifoil Insulation can be easily installed in a variety of loft configurations, making it a flexible solution for both new construction and retrofit projects.

Moisture Management – Multifoil insulation like SuperQuilt and EcoQuilt Expert both incorporate moisture-resistant material and once taped and sealed with ThermaSeal Foil Joining Tape it creates a Vapour Control Layer (VCL). This helps to prevent the build up of condensation and the associated issues with mould and mildew.

Long-Lasting Performance – Multifoil insulation is designed to maintain its thermal efficiency over an extended period, providing a durable and reliable solution for homeowners.

Conclusion

In the pursuit of a more energy-efficient home, multifoil insulation emerges as a standout solution for loft insulation. Its unique combination of reflective and insulating properties, coupled with versatility, moisture management, and long-lasting performance, make it a compelling choice for homeowners seeking to transform their living space and reduce their energy bills.