News

If you’ve spent any time around builders, architects, or DIY enthusiasts, you’ve probably heard someone refer to insulation boards as “Celotex,” even when the boards in question aren’t technically Celotex at all. In many builders’ merchants and on job sites,...

Choosing the right insulation boards for a new build is essential for achieving long‑term thermal performance, reducing heat loss, and meeting increasingly strict Building Regulations Part L. With energy targets tightening across the UK, rigid insulation boards – particularly PIR...

PIR Insulation Thickness for Floors Choosing the right PIR insulation thickness for floors is crucial for achieving strong thermal performance, meeting Building Regulations and ensuring long-term comfort and energy efficiency. Floor insulation plays a huge role in reducing heat loss...

Plasterboard thickness plays a much bigger role in building performance than most people realise. While 12.5mm plasterboard is the standard, most commonly used option in UK construction, there are many situations where upgrading to 15mm plasterboard provides clearer benefits in...

Celotex PIR Insulation Guide Celotex PIR insulation is one of the most versatile and widely used insulation materials in the UK construction industry. Known for its excellent thermal performance, lightweight boards, and multi-purpose suitability, Celotex remains a go-to choice for...

90mm Cavity Boards vs 100mm Cavity Batts: Comparison Guide This guide compares two popular 90mm full-fill cavity boards — EcoTherm Eco-Cavity 90mm and RECTICEL Eurowall+ 90mm — with two common 100mm cavity batts: URSA 32 100mm and Superglass Superwall 32...