Not all insulation materials are equal. There is one that stands out from the rest: expanded polystyrene (EPS). First and foremost EPS is an excellent insulator, it scores highly as a first class insulation material. However, it is not just a good insulator, in fact EPS scores highly on virtually any metric or measure that you could possible want to use, it is lightweight, easy to handle, durable, strong & flexible, has a long term r-value, has a low water absorption factor, is shock absorbent • vibration dampener, buoyant, comparatively inert, has a low combustibility, offers no food value for insects & rodents, is dimensionally stable and recyclable. Use EPS insulation in your ceiling, floor and walls. Put bluntly EPS is the best insulation material you could us. It outscores any and every other insulation material across the board, putting it out in front by a long measure. It will keep your building at an even temperature and will help reduce energy bills. Even just using it under the floor can save you a massive 12% on your heating bill. It is also great for the environment. With EPS you will minimise the impact on the environment. It is recyclable allowing you to reduce environmental waste and its insulating properties help reduce energy when heating & cooling. It is also water resistant meaning that there is less spoilage. EPS is 98% air creating a more efficient use of raw material and making it so lightweight it reduces the consumption of transport fuels and there are no cfc’s (chlorofluorocarbon) – resulting in the protection of the ozone. Not only is it good for your wallet and the environment but it is also really easy to build with and you can use it in almost any situation and area. EPS sheets are a well-proven construction material in a wide variety of building applications. You can get a clean, lightweight, non-sagging, non-irritant insulated sheets which has been foil laminated, and are available in different degrees of thickness, making it suitable for various uses particularly roof insulation. These sheets are incredibly versatile and can be cut to suit specific shapes and sizes for various applications such as architectural profiles, columns, shapes, keystones, gables and fence caps. The external sheeting can be rendered for aesthetic purposes. Use EPS for your wall insulation now to stay warmer in the cold and cooler in the heat. Don’t use any substandard insulation material, use EPS and you can experience the benefits of this incredible insulating material.
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