Sustainable Insulation Materials

Benefits of Using Sustainable Insulation Materials

Sustainable insulation materials offer numerous advantages, not only for the environment but also for your home or business. Here are some key benefits:

1. Energy Efficiency: The use of sustainable insulation materials help to maintain consistent indoor temperatures, reducing the need for heating and cooling. This leads to lower energy bills and less consumption of fossil fuels.

2. Reduced Environmental Impact: Many sustainable insulation materials are made from renewable resources or recycled materials, which decreases waste and lowers the carbon footprint associated with manufacturing.

3. Improved Indoor Air Quality: Sustainable insulation options typically contain minimal, or no harmful chemicals compared to more conventional insulation materials. This leads to improved indoor air quality.

4. Durability and Longevity: Many sustainable insulation materials are designed to last, meaning fewer replacements over time and potential long-term cost savings. 

 

Types of Sustainable Insulation

There are several types of sustainable insulation materials that you can consider:

1. Wood fibre insulation – Made from compressed wood which would otherwise be waste product from the timber industry. View our article post on the manufacturing process for wood fibre insulation.

2. Recycled Cotton Insulation: This eco-friendly insulation utilizes recycled cotton or denim fabric, which not only provides good thermal resistance but the cotton fibres have hydrophilic and hygroscopic properties and have been subjected to anti-bacterial, fungal and flame retardant treatments, making them resistant to dust mites and mould. 

3. Hemp Insulation: Hemp is a fast-growing plant that can is processed into insulation. It offers excellent thermal and sound insulation properties.

4. Sheep’s Wool Insulation: Natural and sustainable, sheep’s wool is an effective insulator that can regulate moisture, preventing mould and mildew while remaining breathable. 

5. Sisal Insulation: Sisal is a natural and tough material which is derived directly from the leaves of a plant. The Sisalwool we sell at Unity Lime has been manufactured using a mixture of recycled sacks from the coffee industry (which have been donated from coffee shop owners across the UK) and harvested sisal plants. 

5. Cellulose Insulation: Made from recycled paper products, cellulose insulation is treated for fire resistance and provides excellent thermal performance. 

 

We stock some of the best eco friendly insulation products on the market in the UK today which in addition to be greener alternatives, will give outstanding performance!

Our insulation products can all be viewed here.