ISOVER Ireland Book of Solutions 2014

ISOVER Residential Products & Solutions GuideYour guide to a comfortable energy efficient home

LOOKING TO INSULATE YOUR ATTIC?View our "How to Insulate" movie and step by step guide!

CONVERTING YOUR ATTIC?Check out the "Metac" movie!

NEED HELP? DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?Contact our technical team:ROI: 1800 744 480NI: 0845 399 [email protected]

LOCK IN HEAT, LOCK OUT DRAUGHTS WITH VARIO RANGE!Learn more about our airtight and moisture control solution on isover.ie

LOSING HEAT THROUGH

YOUR WALLS?The best solution is

Optima Drylining System.Watch our “OPTIMA” movie to find out more!

Sustainable Insulation Solutions at isover.ie

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LOOKING TO INSULATE YOUR ATTIC?View our "How to Insulate" movie and step by step guide!

CONVERTING YOUR ATTIC?Check out the "Metac" movie!

NEED HELP? DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?Contact our technical team:ROI: 1800 744 480NI: 0845 399 [email protected]

LOCK IN HEAT, LOCK OUT DRAUGHTS WITH VARIO RANGE!Learn more about our airtight and moisture control solution on isover.ie

LOSING HEAT THROUGH

YOUR WALLS?The best solution is

Optima Drylining System.Watch our “OPTIMA” movie to find out more!

Sustainable Insulation Solutions at isover.ie

Introduction

Our commitment to youISOVER has been providing high performance, fire safe, thermal and acoustic mineral wool insulation to the Irish market since 1974.

ISOVER is part of the Saint Gobain group of companies, and is the leading insulation provider worldwide with a presence in over 50 countries – Saint Gobain are leaders in the design, production and distribution of materials for the construction, industrial and consumer markets. A solid foundation has been built around our focus on customer service. Our team works in close partnership with our network of merchants and distributors to provide an unrivalled service to the many end users, specifiers and installers of our products throughout the country.

Our commitment to qualityWe hold a Quality Management Standard BS EN ISO 9001: 2008 for manufacturing. All products are manufactured in accordance with the CE marking requirements under the Construction Products Regulation, and to product standard: BS EN 13162: 2008 and BS EN 13172 Evaluation of Conformity.

Our commitment to the environmentISOVER is an ISO 14001:2004 (Environmental Management System) accredited manufacturing facility. This accreditation ensures that all products are manufactured to the stringent standards set out by this management system.

EN ISO 13162

EMS 551706 003

EN ISO 13162

EMS 551706 003

BS EN ISO 9001: 2000

ISOVER G3 TouchHigh performance mineral wool insulation, naturally strong & gentle - made from recycled materials.

Great Performance

Gentle To Use

Good For Our Environment

Awarded the highest standard in indoor air quality - Eurofins “Gold” LabelThe Gold Certificate means that ISOVER mineral wool is certified as an outstanding material in terms of Indoor Air Quality emissions regulations. ✔

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Great Performance

Gentle To Use

Good For Our Environment

NEW GENERATION

MINERAL WOOL INSULATION

EUROFINSISOVER G3 Touch Award Winning Mineral Wool Insulation the highest award for indoor air quality

The Gold Certificate means that ISOVER mineral wool is certified as an outstanding material in terms of Indoor Air Quality emissions regulations.

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WHY CHOOSEISOVER G3 TOUCH MINERAL WOOL?

Healthy Indoor Environment

Eurofins Air Comfort Gold Award

Soft Touch Gentle to Install

Excellent Recovery & Strength

No Slumping and High Tear Strength

Natural Materials Made from Recycled Materials, No Odour

Low Dust Pleasant Installation

A1 Fire Rating Highest Rating for Insulation Materials

For a naturally healthy environment inside & out

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Contents page

Icons Explained 5

Building Regulations 6

Guide to an ‘A’ rated home 10

Applications Guide 12 Roofs 14

Walls 17

Separating Party Walls 26

Partitions 32

Separating Floors 34

Suspended Floors 38

Solutions & Installation Guide 40 Attic and Pitched Roof Solutions 40

Dry Lining 44

Airtightness and Moisture Control 48

ISOVER Product Guide 54

Irish Case Studies 76

Technical Academy 86

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Airtightness

Performance Icons:Icons on each product page indicate the products characteristics at a glance.

Pitched Roof - Attics

Walls- External & Separating

Pitched Roof - Rafters

Walls- Separating

Walls- Insulated Cavities

Walls- Internally insulated

Walls- Partition

Floors- Floating - Under/Between

Thermal insulation

Fire Protection

Minimal waste

Easy to transport

Acoustic insulation Protected planet

Easy to install

Recycled glass - up to 86%

Energy savings

Moisture control

Breathable

Euroclass A1 fire rating

Application Icons:Icons on each product page indicate the most appropriate application at a glance.

Icons

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Republic of IrelandNew Dwellings TGD - Part L - 2011Minimum standards for U-ValuesUpper limit for air permeability is 7m3/(h.m2)

AverageU-Value

1.60(doors andwindows)

0.16(pitched

roof)0.16 (attics)

0.21 (walls)

0.21 (floors)

0.21 (floors)

0.21(walls)

0.20 (flat roofs)

0.21(walls)

Building Regulations - Republic of IrelandThe following is a guide to thermal building regulations for new & existing dwellings - comfort and energy savings through effective thermal insulation.

For more information you can contact our technical team on free phone (ROI) 1800 744480 or go to www.isover.ie

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AverageU-Value

1.60(doors andwindows)

0.25(pitched

roof)0.16 (attics)

0.35 (walls)

0.45 (floors)

0.25 (floors)

0.35/0.55(walls)

0.25 (flat roofs)

0.35 (walls)

Republic of IrelandExisting Dwellings TGD - Part L - 2011Minimum standards for U-Values

For more information you can contact our technical team on free phone (ROI) 1800 744480 or go to www.isover.ie

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0.20(Roofs – Pitched)

Average2.00

(Doors & Windows) 0.20

(Party Walls)

0.30 (Walls – Cavity insulation)

0.25 (Floors)


0.25 (Floors)

0.30 ( Walls – Internal/External insulation)


0.30 (Walls – Internal/External Insulation)0.20 (Roofs – Attics)

0.20 (Roofs – Flat)

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Northern IrelandNew Dwellings– DFP Technical Booklet F1:2012Minimum standards for U-ValuesUpper limit for air permeability is 10m3/(h.m2)

For more information you can contact our technical team on phone (NI) 0845 339 0159 or go to www.isover.ie

0.20(Roofs – Pitched)

Average2.00

(Doors & Windows) 0.20

(Party Walls)


0.25 (Floors)


0.25 (Floors)



0.30 (Walls – Internal/External Insulation)0.20 (Roofs – Attics)

0.20 (Roofs – Flat)

Building Regulations - Northern IrelandThe following is a guide to thermal building regulations for new & existing dwellings - comfort and energy savings through effective thermal insulation.

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0.18*/ 0.18(Roofs – Pitched)

Average2.00

(Doors & Windows)

0.28*/ 0.55 (Walls – Cavity insulation)

0.22*/ 0.25 (Floors)

0.28*/ 0.30 ( Walls – Internal/External insulation)

0.28*/ 0.30 (Walls – Internal/External Insulation)0.16*/ 0.16 (Roofs – Attics)

0.18*/ 0.18 (Roofs – Flat)

New, replaced thermal elements / Upgraded thermal elements

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Northern IrelandExisting Dwellings - DFP Technical Booklet F1:2012Minimum standards for U-Values

*figures refer to a new element added to an existing dwelling i.e. extension, dormer etc. For more information you can contact our technical team on phone (NI) 0845 339 0159 or go to www.isover.ie

0.18*/ 0.18(Roofs – Pitched)

Average2.00

(Doors & Windows)

0.28*/ 0.55 (Walls – Cavity insulation)

0.22*/ 0.25 (Floors)0.28*/ 0.55 (Walls – Cavity insulation)

0.22*/ 0.25 (Floors)



0.28*/ 0.30 (Walls – Internal/External Insulation)0.16*/ 0.16 (Roofs – Attics)

0.18*/ 0.18 (Roofs – Flat)

New, replaced thermal elements / Upgraded thermal elements

These regulations are split across new thermal elements added to an existing dwelling, for example a new extension or dormer & upgraded thermal elements within the existing building.

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Current

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Technical information

Benchmark

A 92-100

B 81-91

C 69-80

D 55-68

E 39-54

F 21-38

G 1-20

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5 Long RoadOld TownBT3 4MP

Date of assessment: 07 November 2008Date of certificate: 08 November 2008Reference number: 0000-0000-0000-0000-0000Accreditation scheme: ABC Accreditation LtdAssessorʼs name: John SmithAssessorʼs accreditation number: ABC 12345Employer/trading name: EnergyWatch LtdEmployer/trading address: Alpha House New Way Belfast BT1 7RF

Related party disclosure: EnergyWatch are the letting agent

Northern Ireland

Very energy efficient - lower running costs

Not energy efficient - higher running costs

Main heating type and fuel:Total floor area:Approximate energy use:Approximate CO2 emissions:Dwelling type:

Boiler and radiators, mains gas135 m2

141 kWh/m2 per year23 kg/m2 per yearDetached house

Average for Northern Ireland

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The approximate energy use and CO2 emissions are per square metre of floor area based on fuel costs for the heating,

ventilation, hot water and lighting systems. The rating can be compared to the benchmark of the average energy efficient

rating for the housing stock in Northern Ireland.

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Potential

Areas of Heat Loss in HomesThe Problem

High Energy Costs:Low Comfort Levels

A problem typical of older Irish houses is ever-increasing heating costs without corresponding increases in temperature and comfort. Insulation was not a priority years ago and efficient thermal insulation materials were not readily available.

We are all aware that today’s building standards don’t accept such inadequacy in insulation – and in the future they will be even less tolerant. Modern techniques and products have been developed that eliminate drafts and ensure comfortable internal conditions.

Highly inefficientEfficient

Flue Loss

Loss through Walls 25%-30%

Floor Loss 7%-10%

Roof Loss 25%-30%

VentilationLoss 25%

Window Loss 15%

Source: SEAI

How to achieve an A-Rated home

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The Solutions

Comfort and Energy savings through sustainable thermal and acoustic insulation solutions

ISOVER have provided recommendations to achieving an ‘A’ rated home, in line with building regulations – to help reduce home heating bills, improve comfort, reduce environmental emissions.

‘A’ rated house

Element/system Specification required

Walls 0.15 W/m2K

Roofs Attics: 0.11 W/m2K; Pitch: 0.15 W/m2K

Floors 0.14 W/m2K

Glazing 1.1 W/m2K

Air permeability 3

Boiler efficiency 91%

Primary water heating losses Insulated primary pipework between boiler and cylinder

Low energy light fittings 100%

Thermal bridging at junctions 0.05

Renewable energy required by building regulations 10 kwh/m2 solar hot water or hit pump or 4 kwh/m2 solar pv

Ventilation Heat recovery ventilation

Typical House Example

CO2:30 kg/m2a

Energy needs:150 kWh/m2a

Heating costsindex price:

100@

Heating costsindex price:

10@Energy needs:15 kWh/m2a

CO2:2 kg/m2a

ISOVER’s Multi Comfort House

ISOVER Recommends: We have highlighted our recommendation for the best solution throughout the guide – look out for the green arrow.

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ISOVER HouseYour Guide to ISOVER Residential Solutions by Application

ATTICS see page 14

EXTERNAL WALLS- masonry

PARTITIONS- metal see page 32

- timber see page 33

PARTY WALLS - masonry - see page 26-27 & 30- timbersee page 28 - metal- see page 29

see page 21-22

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PITCHED ROOFS

see page 15-16

EXTERNAL WALLS - timbersee page 23-24

FLOORS - timber see page 34-35 & 37-38

- concrete see page 36

DRY LINING see page 17-20, 25

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Insulation 1st layer Insulation 2nd layer Airtightness/Moisture Control Board lining U-value W/m2K

100mm Spacesaver 140mm Heatshield Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.16

150mm Spacesaver 150mm Spacesaver Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.15

150mm Spacesaver 200mm Spacesaver Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.13

200mm Spacesaver* 200mm Spacesaver Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.11

Spacesaver Roll Vario System

Refer to page 29 for correct position of Vario membrane

*ISOVER recommends for better performanceSee BUILDING REGULATIONS on page 6

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AtticsInsulation between and over joists

1 ISOVER insulation between joists

2 Second layer of ISOVER insulation cross laid over joists

3 Vario membrane + tapes

4 Gyproc WallBoard

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Roofs

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Metac Roll Vario System

Insulation Airtightness/Moisture Control Board lining U-value W/m2K

180mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.22


300mm Metac* Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.13

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Pitched RoofsInsulation between rafters

1 Tiled or slated roof on tiling battens

2 ISOVER breathable felt Ecran

3 ISOVER insulation installed between rafters


5 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard

Roofs

IF RENOVATING OR CONVERTING YOUR ATTIC, METAC EASILY

EXCEEDS RENOVATION REGULATIONS!

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ISOVER Products

RoofsRoofs

Comfort Roll 35Metac Roll

Insulation in rafters Insulation in counter batten Airtightness/Moisture Control Board lining U-value W/m2K

150mm Metac 50mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.18


200mm Comfort 35 50mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.15

220mm Metac* 50mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.14


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Pitched roofs Counter BattenInsulation between rafters + counter batten1 Tiled or slated roof on tiling battens

2 ISOVER breathable felt Ecran

3 ISOVER insulation installed between rafters


5 ISOVER insulation between counter battens

6 Gyproc WallBoard

Vario System

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Walls

Vario System

MasonryDry Lining - Cavity Wall Partial Fill

1 15mm external render + 100mm block

2 50mm cavity + 50mm foam (0.038)

3 100mm block + 13mm plaster

4 Optima metal studs + fixings

5 ISOVER insulation


7 Gyproc WallBoard

Insulation U value W/m2K Total thickness of drylining system (mm)

60mm Comfort 32 0.24 92.5

80mm Comfort 35 0.22 112.5

100mm Comfort 35 0.20 132.5

100mm Metac 0.19 132.5

120mm Comfort 32 0.17 152.5

140mm Comfort 35* 0.16 172.5

140mm Comfort 32 0.15 172.5

Optima Drylining System

Comfort Panel 32 Comfort Roll 35

*ISOVER recommends for better performance See BUILDING REGULATIONS on page 6

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WallsWalls

MasonryDry Lining - Hollow Block

1 15mm external render

2 215mm hollow block

3 13mm Gyproc Plaster


5 ISOVER insulation

6 Vario membrane + tapes placed on studs

7 Gyproc WallBoard

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Vario SystemOptima Drylining System


+ or +orMetac


80mm Comfort 35 0.34 112.5

100mm Comfort 35 0.28 132.5

100mm Metac 0.28 132.5

120mm Comfort 32 0.23 152.5

140mm Comfort 35 0.21 172.5

140mm Comfort 32* 0.20 172.5

*ISOVER recommends for better performance See BUILDING REGULATIONS on page 6

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100mm Comfort 35 0.28 132.5

100mm Metac 0.27 132.5

120mm Comfort 32 0.22 152.5

140mm Comfort 35 0.21 172.5

140mm Comfort 32* 0.19 172.5


Walls

MasonryDry Lining - Concrete Wall

1 15mm external render

2 200mm concrete

3 13mm Gyproc plaster


5 ISOVER insulation


7 Gyproc WallBoard

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Comfort Panel 32 Comfort Roll 35 Metac

+ or +or

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Walls Walls

MasonryDry Lining - Single Brick Construction

1 215 mm brick

2 13mm Gyproc Plaster


4 ISOVER insulation


6 Gyproc WallBoard


60mm Comfort 32 0.38 92.5

80mm Comfort 35 0.33 112.5

100mm Comfort 35 0.28 132.5

100mm Metac 0.27 132.5

120mm Comfort 32 0.22 152.5

140mm Comfort 35 0.21 172.5

140mm Comfort 32* 0.20 172.5


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+ or +orMetac

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WallsWalls

Hi-Cav 32

MasonryCavity Walls - Full Fill

1 103mm brick

2 Cavity fully filled with ISOVER insulation

3 100mm block

4 Gyproc WallBoard


Cavity Insulation U-value W/m2K

100mm Hi-Cav 32 0.27

115mm Hi-Cav 32 0.24

150mm Hi-Cav 32 0.19

185mm Hi-Cav 32* 0.16

300mm Hi-Cav 32 0.10

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MasonryCavity Walls Partial / Full Fill + Optima

1 15mm external render + 100mm block

2 Cavity + ISOVER Hi-Cav32

3 100mm block + 13mm Gyproc plaster


5 ISOVER insulation


7 Gyproc WallBoard

Hi-Cav 32 Optima Metac

Cavity Insulation Drylining Insulation Airtightness/Moisture Control Board lining U-value W/m2K

75mm Hi-Cav 32 60mm Comfort 32 Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.19

85mm Hi-Cav 32* 100mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.16

100mm Hi-Cav 32 100mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.14

+ ++


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Vario System

Walls

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ISOVER Products

Insulation Airtightness/Moisture Control Board lining U-value W/m2K

140mm Comfort 35 Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.28

140mm Comfort 32 Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.27



220mm Metac* Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.19

Timber Frame Insulation between studs

1 External brick

2 Cavity

3 Breather membrane

4 Sheathing board

5 ISOVER insulation between studs


7 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard

Cavity Fire Barrier Comfort Roll 35 Metac Comfort Panel 32

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Vario System

WallsWalls

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Walls

Timber Frame Insulation between timber studs and counter batten

1 External brick

2 50mm clear cavity

3 Breather membrane + Sheathing board

4 ISOVER insulation between studs


6 ISOVER insulation between counter batten

7 Gyproc WallBoard

Cavity Fire Barrier Comfort Roll 35 Metac

Insulation in stud Insulation in counter batten Airtightness/Moisture Control Board lining U-value W/m2K

140mm Comfort 35 50 mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.21

140mm Comfort 32 50 mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.20

150mm Metac 50 mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.19

180mm Metac 50 mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.17

220mm Metac* 50 mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.15

+Comfort Panel 32

or ++


Vario System

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Walls

Timber FrameDry Lining - Timber Frame Wall

1 Breather membrane

2 Sheathing Board +12mm OSB

3 Timber stud

4 150mm Metac insulation between studs

5 Gyproc plasterboard


7 ISOVER insulation


9 Gyproc WallBoard

Optima Drylining System

Comfort Panel 32

Insulation in timber studs Insulation in Optima Airtightness/Moisture Control Board lining U-value W/m2K


150mm Metac* 60mm Comfort 32 Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.17

150mm Metac 80mm Comfort 35 Vario membrane + tapes 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 0.16

* ISOVER recommends for better performanceSee BUILDING REGULATIONS on page 6

Comfort Roll 35

+ or ++Metac Roll Vario System

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RD Party Wall Roll

MasonryTwin leaf construction blockwork 1 Nominal 11 mm Gyproc Hard Coat + 2 mm

Gyproc Skimcoat or Carlite Finish

2 100mm block leaves (minimum density 1375 kg/m3)

3 Minimum 75mm ISOVER Cavity Wall Slab or 75mm RD Party Wall Roll (zero U-value)*

Separating Party Walls

* ISOVER insulation used in conjunction with Gyproc plasters and plasterboards meet the requirements of the guidance for Separating Wall types 2.1 & 2.2 as per examples given in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012. Pre-Completion Testing is required when specifying Building Regulations Technical Booklet G Guidance Constructions

Cavity Wall Slab

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RD PartyWall Roll


MasonryTwin leaf construction lightweight blockwork Overall construction nominal width 350mm

1 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard Premium dot and dabbed with Gyproc compound

2 Nominal 6 mm Gyproc Airtite Quiet

3 100mm block leaves (minimum density 650kg/m3 - 1375 kg/m3)

4 Minimum 75mm ISOVER Cavity Wall Slab or 75mm RD Party Wall Roll (zero U-value)*

* ISOVER insulation used in conjunction with Gyproc plasters and plasterboards meet the requirements of the guidance for Separating Wall types 2.3 (min. block density 1375 kg/m3) & 2.4 (min. block density 650 kg/m3) as per examples given in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012. Pre-Completion Testing is required when specifying Building Regulations Technical Booklet G Guidance Constructions

Cavity Wall Slab

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Vario System


Acoustic Roll Cavity Fire Barrier

Timber FrameTwin leaf construction 1 Two frameworks of timberstud

2 ISOVER insulation (fully filled for zero U-value)


4 2 x Gyproc plasterboard

5 300mm wide ISOVER Cavity Fire Barrier

+ +orModular Roll

Insulation Gyproc Plasterboard Lab sound insulation 100 - 3150 Hz, Rw dB

Fire Resistance (mins.)

Overall thickness (mm)

50mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard Premium * 60 250

80mm ISOVER Modular Roll 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc 61 60 290

25mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll 19mm Gyproc Plank + 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 63 60 293

* Isover insulation used in conjunction with Gyproc plasters & plasterboards meet the requirements of the guidance for Separating Wall Type 4 as per examples given in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012. Pre-Completion Testing is required when specifying Building Regulations Technical Booklet G Guidance Constructions.

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Insulation Gyproc Plasterboard Lab sound insulation 100 - 3150 Hz, Rw dB Fire Resistance (mins.) Overall thickness (mm)

50mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc 66 (Rw dB) 58 (Rw + ctr)* 60 200

100mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc 70 (Rw dB) 62 (Rw + ctr)* 90 250

Acoustic Roll

Metal StudTwin leaf construction Overall construction nominal width 250mm

1 2 x 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc

2 ISOVER Vario membrane + tapes

3 Two frameworks of Gypframe 60 I 50 ‘I’ Stud at 600mm centres

4 ISOVER Acoustic Roll in the cavity

Vario System

* Isover insulation used in conjunction with Gyproc plasters & plasterboards can meet the requirements of the guidance for Separating Walls in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012. The above are based on GypWall Quiet IWL systems PSR. No. A216013 & A216014 designed to achieve the minimum DnTw + Ctr 45 subject to pre-completion testing.

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PART E COMPLIANT


MasonrySingle leaf construction 215mm block on flat

1 215mm solid block

2 Gyproc Compound dabbed

3 ISOVER Calibel Board

Calibel Board

Product Wall type Db Reduction

42.5mm Calibel Board both sides 215 dense concrete block 56

42.5mm Calibel Board both sides + additional 8mm to 12mm base coat of sand and cement 215 dense concrete block 59

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745

Comfort Panel 32 Comfort Roll 35 Metac RollOptima

+ or or

Base ConstructionThickness of ISOVER insulation with AFr ≥ 5 kPa.s/m2

Board Lining

In-situ Sound Insulation Performance, dB R’w Gain in Sound

Insulation Performance, dBBase

ConstructionBase Construction + OPTIMA

215mm solid blocks with 12.5mm sand/ cement render on both sides

50mm12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 54

63 9100mm 64 10160mm 65 11

200mm precast concrete(diagram above)


64 9100mm 65 10160mm 66 11

215mm concrete block50mm

12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard 5365* 12

100mm 66* 13160mm 67* 14

Two leaves of 100mm dense concrete blocks with 100mm cavity


67* 9100mm 68* 10160mm 68* 10

* This level of sound insulation performance is based on a construction comprising the described base construction only. Any compound elements to the overall construction, e.g. windows, doors etc., will result in a significant reduction in the overall performance.

Other Construction Types1 15mm external render

2 200mm concrete

3 13mm Gyproc internal plaster

4 Optima metal studs and fixings

5 ISOVER insulation


7 Gyproc WallBoard

Vario System

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PART E COMPLIANT

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Separating Party Walls Partitions

Acoustic Roll Acoustic Batt

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Insulation Gyproc Plasterboard Lab sound insulation 100 - 3150 Hz, Rw dB

Fire Resistance (mins)

Metal stud thickness (mm)

25mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll* 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard Premium ** 30 70

25mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll* 12.5mm Gyproc SoundBloc 45 30 70


50mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll* 2 x 12.5mm Gyproc SoundBloc 53 60 70

* ISOVER recommends full filling of metal stud with acoustic insulation for optimum performance** ISOVER Acoustic Roll used in conjunction with Gyproc Wallboard Premium meets the requirements of the guidance for Internal wall type B as per examples given in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012.

One layer of 12.5mm Gyproc plasterboard each side of GypFrame metal studs at 600 mm centres, with ISOVER insulation within the cavity.

Internal PartitionsMetal studs

1 12.5mm Gyproc plasterboard

2 ISOVER Acoustic Roll / Batt

3 70mm Gypframe metal studs


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Partitions

Insulation Gyproc PlasterboardLab sound insulation 100 - 3150 Hz, Rw dB

Fire Resistance (mins)

Timber stud thickness (mm)

25mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll* 12.5mm Gyproc WallBoard Premium ** 30 75


25mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll* 2 x 12.5mm Gyproc SoundBloc 46 60 75

* ISOVER recommends full filling of timber stud with acoustic insulation for optimum performance** ISOVER Acoustic Roll used in conjunction with Gyproc Wallboard Premium meets the requirements of the guidance for Internal wall type B as per examples given in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012.


A partition wall constructed from one layer of 12.5mm Gyproc plasterboard each side of timber studs at 600 mm centres, with ISOVER insulation within the cavity

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Internal PartitionsTimber Studs


2 ISOVER Acoustic Roll / Batt

3 75 x 38mm timber studs


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Insulation Gyproc Plasterboard Lab sound insulation 100 - 3150 Hz, Rw dB Fire Resistance (mins.) Overall floor depth (mm)

80mm ISOVER Modular Roll 12.5mm Gyproc Soundbloc 66 Rw dB (airborne) 50 Lnw dB (impact)* 30 376

80mm ISOVER Modular Roll 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc 66 Rw dB (airborne) 54 Lnw dB (impact)* 60 381

* ISOVER insulation used in conjunction with Gyproc plasters and plasterboards meet the requirements of the guidance for Separating Floor Types as per examples given in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012. Pre-Completion Testing is required when specifying Building Regulations Approved Technical Booklet G Guidance Constructions.

Sound Deadening Floor Slab

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Separating FloorsTimber

1 18mm Tongue & Groove wood board flooring

2 19mm Gyproc Plank

3 25mm ISOVER Sound Deadening Floor Slab

4 12mm wood sub base

5 Minimum 80mm ISOVER Modular Roll

6 Casoline MF ceiling suspended beneath joists to give a minimum 277mm cavity, lined with a double layer of 15mm Gyproc SoundBloc

Modular Roll

Separating Floors

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ISOVER Products

Sound Deadening Floor Slab

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Insulation Gyproc Plasterboard Lab sound insulation 100 - 3150 Hz, Rw dB Fire Resistance (mins.)

100mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll 12.5mm WallBoard Premium * 30

* ISOVER insulation used in conjunction with Gyproc plasters and plasterboards meet the requirements of the guidance for Separating Floor Types as per examples given in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012. Pre-Completion Testing is required when specifying Building Regulations Approved Technical Booklet G Guidance Constructions.

Acoustic Roll

Separating FloorsTimber

1 18mm Tongue & Groove wood board flooring

2 19mm Gyproc Plank

3 25mm ISOVER Sound Deadening Floor Slab

4 12mm wood sub base

5 Minimum 100mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll

6 2 layers 12.5mm Gyproc Wallboard Premium

Separating Floors

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ISOVER Products

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Separating Floors

Acoustic Roll

Separating FloorsConcrete

1 Floating floor treatment

2 In-situ concrete slab with a minimum surface mass 300kg/m2 including any bonded screed

3 Casoline MF ceiling suspended beneath the concrete slab to give a minimum 25mm ceiling void fully filled with Isover Acoustic Roll

4 Minimum 25mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll*

5 12.5mm Gyproc Wallboard Premium

Acoustic Batt

or

* ISOVER insulation used in conjunction with Gyproc plasters and plasterboards meet the requirements of the guidance for Separating Floor Types as per examples given in Northern Ireland. Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012. Pre-Completion Testing is required when specifying Building Regulations Approved Technical Booklet G Guidance Constructions.

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ISOVER Products

Internal Floors


or

* Isover Acoustic Roll used in conjunction with Gyproc WallBoard Premium meets the requirements of the guidance for Internal floor type C as per examples given in Northern Ireland Building Regulations Technical Booklet G 2012.

Internal FloorsTimber

1 Walking surface with a minimum surface mass 15kg/m2

2 100mm ISOVER Acoustic Roll*

3 12.5mm Gyproc Wallboard Premium

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ISOVER Products

Metac

or +Vario SystemSpacesaver Roll

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Suspended Floors

Suspended Ground FloorsTimber - insulated between joists

1 Timber walking surface


3 Isover insulation between joists

4 Breather membrane / netting

5 Ventilated void

6 Ground floor slab

Insulation between joists Airtightness/Moisture ControlP/A Ratio

0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8U-Values W/m2K

100mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 0.15 0.20 0.22 0.23 0.24 0.25 0.26 0.26150mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 0.13 0.16 0.18 0.18 0.19 0.20 0.20 0.20180mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 0.12 0.15 0.16 0.16 0.17 0.17 0.17 0.18220mm Metac Vario membrane + tapes 0.11 0.13 0.14 0.14 0.15 0.15 0.15 0.15100mm Spacesaver Vario membrane + tapes 0.16 0.21 0.24 0.26 0.27 0.28 0.28 0.29150mm Spacesaver Vario membrane + tapes 0.14 0.18 0.20 0.21 0.21 0.22 0.22 0.23200mm Spaceasver Vario membrane + tapes 0.12 0.15 0.16 0.17 0.18 0.18 0.18 0.19

9m

EXAMPLESEMI-DETACHED

HOUSE

7m

Exposed Perimeter Length :7m + 9m + 7m = 23mInternal Floor Area:7m x 9m = 54m2

P/A Ratio = (23/54) = 0.4

9m

9m

EXAMPLEDETACHED

HOUSE

7m

Exposed Perimeter Length :7m + 9m + 7m = 32mInternal Floor Area:7m x 9m = 54m2

P/A Ratio = (23/54) = 0.6

7m

9m

Therefore based on a P/A ratio of 0.4 for the semi detached house, from the table above 150mm Isover Metac can achieve a U-value of 0.18W/m2K but a detached house of the same size/shape the P/A ratio would increase to 0.6 and the U-value based on 150mm ISOVER Metac would change to 0.20 W/m2K as per table above.

Note: The U-value for floors (including basement floors) depends on the length of the exposed perimeter (to unheated buildings or outside). Example: Perimeter Area (P/A) Ratio = Length of exposed perimeter (m) divided by the internal floor area (m2).

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Suspended Floors

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Attic Floor Insulation

1st Layer:

100mm Spacesaver = 0.044 W/mK

Plus 2nd Layer:

140mm Heatshield = 0.035 W/mK

Gives you…

U Value of 0.16…which meets current building regulations!

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Attic and Pitched Roof Solutions

Did you know that 30% of heat lost from your home could be through your roof?

One of the easiest ways to save heat and money this winter is to insulate your attic. Many homes already have some insulation between the joists. If your attic insulation is in poor condition, it is advisable to remove this and replace with new insulation.

Isover Spacesaver Attic Floor insulation roll is available in solid and pre-cut rolls to suit common joist sizes. We recommend at least: 100mm thickness between the joists - this is your first layer.

If there is already attic insulation in place between your joists, the easiest option is to use Heatshield Top Up insulation roll. This is a high thermal performance insulation in 140mm thickness. It can be rolled out across the joists, so it’s really easy and quick to install. Adding Heatshield Top Up gives an extra 140mm of extra insulation above existing material - and becomes your second layer.

Understanding Thermal Performance

The current building regulations require a U-value of 0.16 for attic floors. The U-value is defined as the rate at which heat is lost - and the lower the U-value, the better it is for your home.

ISOVER RECOMMENDS

Our Products

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Basic Installation Steps

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1. Measure depth and width of your joists. Typically joists are 100mm deep and 600mm wide.

Simply measure the width and depth of your house and log onto www.isover.ie to use our handy insulation calculator.

5. Once the first layer is completed, you should put on the tank cover and make it secure with tape.

Then, put on the pipe covers and seal with a tape - such as our Vario Multi-tape SL.

2. Treat sockets and downlighters with a socket box and remember to leave a 75mm gap around the cable, where these cables can’t be lifted above the insulation.

6. Put a walkway to your tank. You can do this by:

✔✔ Securing timber across the joists

✔✔ Laying the top of layer of insulation between them

✔✔ Then laying a walkable wood board on top

3. For the first layer of insulation, lift your insulation through the attic hatch - whilst keeping the packaging on.

Then cut the insulation to match the width of your joists. Finally for this step: Starting at the end furthest away from the attic door, simply roll and friction fit between the joists.

7. When your 1st layer is complete you are ready for the top up layer.

Open Heatshield roll and roll out in the opposite direction across the joists. Ensure you join each layer and leave no gaps.

4. It’s important to ensure your attic space is well-ventilated to prevent a build up of moisture and condensation.

For this purpose, we recommend that you leave a gap of 50mm between the roofing membrane and the insulation at eaves of the roof.

8. Insulate your attic hatch by making a bag filled with insulation, preferably using vapour membrane. You can use Isover Vario membrane filled with leftover insulation. Place it over the attic hatch. For extra protection - use a draft seal tape around the door surround to create an airtight seal.

Exit carefully and adjust the bag in the right place. Close the hatch.

Don’t put insulation under the water tank! This is best practice to avoid water tank freezing in low temperatures.

Use the handle of a brush or something similar to push the insulation into “hard to reach” places - but take care not to compress the insulation.

For more information go to www.isover.ie

• Excellent thermal performance

• Friction fits between rafters

• Breathable

• A1 fire-rating

• Acoustic insulation

• Easy to transport

• Environmentally friendly

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Metac G3 Touch is a high performance low lambda mineral wool insulation roll with both excellent thermal and acoustic properties. Metac is designed for a wide range of applications where space is at a premium and a low U-value is required.

✔✔✔A self-supporting slab on a roll – ideal for vertical and pitched applications

✔✔✔No slump during installation and life of the system

Rafters Insulation

Breathable

Ea

sy to transport

Moisture controlMoisture control Breathable

Ea

sy to transport


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sy to transport


Ea

sy to transport


Ea

sy to transport

Moisture controlMoisture control

Breathable

Ea

sy to transport


Ea

sy to transport

Moisture controlMoisture control



Feature

Why use METAC?

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Basic Installation Steps1. Measure the depth and the width of your

rafters and choose the product thickness to suit the thermal performance requirements.

Measure the length of the building (dimension running opposite to the direction of the rafters) and the span (length) of the rafters.

Multiply twice the span of the rafters by the length of the building.

6. ISOVER recommends installing Metac with Vario to provide the best thermal and acoustic performance coupled with airtightness and moisture protection. Vario XtraSafe membrane (Sd value 0.3 – 20m) is specifically designed to provide increased protection against moisture damage. Metac can be fully filled* between rafters when used with our Vario XtraSafe membrane installed below the insulation with Gyproc Plasterboard to complete the installation - this provides the safest solution to protect timber rafters from moisture damage.

* For full guidance on full fill solutions contact our Technical Support Team. For more installation details visit www.isover.ie

2. Lift your Metac insulation into the attic – whilst keeping the packaging on.

7. ISOVER recommends best practice by installing 50x50mm counter battens in the opposite direction below the rafters.

This creates a service zone without the need to penetrate the Vario membrane.

3. Measure and cut the roll to match the width between your rafters allowing approximately 10mm extra on dimension.

Open one section at a time as and when you are ready to install it.

8. To increase U-value performance friction fit additional 50mm Metac between the counter battens.

5. Push and friction fit the insulation in between the rafters (taking care not to compress it) keeping Metac flush with the face of the rafters. Ensure eaves ventilation is maintained where required.

4. Unroll it to allow full thickness recovery and then cut to length using a straight edge to help ensure a clean straight cut.

9. Finally use Gyproc Plasterboard applied to counter battens to complete the installation.



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10+YEARS

Residential

Non Residential

New and Old

• Excellent thermal and acoustic performance

• Eliminates thermal bridges

• Adjustable system addresses all wall types and issues

• Dry, clean, lightweight system with minimal waste, enabling rapid construction times

• Optional airtightness & moisture control feature

• Economical

Dry Lining

Dry Lining

The OPTIMA Dry Lining SystemWhat is OPTIMA?OPTIMA is the high performance solution for insulating new and older houses from the inside. Essentially, it’s an innovative dry lining system developed by insulation specialists Isover to significantly improve thermal and sound insulation.

Our insulation products are renowned for their quality and reliability. As the newest addition to the Isover family OPTIMA is designed specifically for homes where outer facade or wall cavity insulation is simply not a viable option.

OPTIMA addresses this with an easy-to-install, cost-effective alternative for renovating and insulating external walls from the inside.

Why choose OPTIMA?There are several key features that make OPTIMA dry lining insulation system the perfect solution for interior thermaland acoustic insulation of walls:

Where to use OPTIMA?

first nsai certified

drylining system in ireland

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Dry Lining

Dry Lining

OPTIMA System -sample calculation (5m of wall with one window)

OPTIMA Floor and ceiling U-channel 5 lengths

OPTIMA 2.4m C-channel 10 lengths

OPTIMA 500mm Extension piece 8 pieces

OPTIMA Clip system 10 pieces

ISOVER Insulation material eg Comfort panel 120mm 13.5m2

Vario DS mastic 2 cartridges of 310ml

Vario KM Duplex UV 15m2

Vario KB1 5.2m

Protape 2 rolls

For more information log on to www.isover.ie

This sample table gives an indication of the materials needed based on a wall height of 2.7 m and spacing of vertical studs at 600 mm centres.

SpecSure® is a unique ‘off the shelf’ life time warranty

To qualify for SpecSure® simply specify and install the Optimasystem in conjunction with Gyproc plasterboards in line with therecommendations in both current Product Manuals.(Gyproc Product Manual & Isover Optima Installers Guide)

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Dry Lining

OPTIMA System

I. Metal frame1. OPTIMA Floor and ceiling U-channel2. OPTIMA 500mm extension3. OPTIMA 2.4m C-channel4. OPTIMA Clip system: OPTIMA2 Support

(for new walls) or OPTIMA Direct Support (70 – 160) (for renovation walls)

II. Insulation5. ISOVER insulation material, e.g. Standard

Performance Comfort Roll 35 (standard = 0.035W/mk) or Ultra Performance Comfort Panel 32 (Ultra = 0.032 W/mK)

III. Airtightness & Moisture control layer (optional)

6. VARIO Protape (double sided)7. VARIO KM Duplex UV airtightness & moisture

control layer8. VARIO KB1 one-sided adhesive tape9. VARIO DoubleFit

IV. Facing10. Gyproc Plasterboard (various specifications of

boards available)

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Dry Lining

1. Secure 2.4m C-channel

2. Secure floor and ceiling U-channel

3. Fix plastic clip on hoizontal C-channel

4. Hang insulation on plastic clips

5. Fix plastic clip on vertical C-channel, adjust until plumb and lock in place

6. Fix Vario and accessories

7. Fix Plasterboard

Refer to Installers manual for further details

7 Basic installation steps

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ISOVER Vario System Vario System is an intelligent membrane, designed to adapt to the climate and protect your building, inside and out. It’s also designed with an uncompromising commitment to superior airtightness. Vario System will improve your BER (building energy rating), save money, increase comfort and help to combat climate change.

Vario System meets and exceeds industry standards, while making a substantial contribution to your BER and environmental footprint. Developed in Germany and available exclusively from ISOVER, Vario System membrane is as sophisticated as human skin – altering its structure according to relative humidity. Vario System vapour control membrane offers superior performance, facilitating the drying of the building structure whilst delivering superior levels of airtightness within the building envelope. Just how good is it? Vario System’s performance is truly outstanding, it has an excellent variable sd-value: it diffuses 25 times more moisture in summer than the structure absorbs during winter.

How does the Vario System work? Vario System’s most unique quality is its ability to change its water vapour performance. The Vario System membrane adapts and reacts naturally, changing its permeability according to humidity conditions, allowing closed building systems to increase their drying potential. This means Vario System is truly multifunctional: acting as a barrier in winter and a breathable membrane in summer.

In winter, the membrane prevents vapour from the warm interior diffusing into the timber structure.

As the structure warms in summer, the membrane’s micropores open, allowing vapour to escape into the building interior.

IN SUMMER IN WINTER

Airtightness and Moisture control

Timber Frame Buildings On roofs, walls, windows and doors, sealing up any openings or penetrations in the building envelope where heat might be lost.

Masonry Buildings

On roofs, windows, doors and also to seal up any opening or penetrations in the building (such as vents for tumble dryers) where heat can be lost.

Steel Frame Buildings

In steel frame structures such as commercial and retail buildings, Vario can be used in the same applications as on timber frame structures, except tapes are used instead of staples.

Vario intelligent membrane can be used in a diverse range of constructions:


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Vario System in Roof Application

1 Tiled or slated roof on tiling battens

2 ISOVER Breather Membrane Ecran

3 ISOVER Metac installed between rafters

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5 ISOVER insulation between battens

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VARIO KM Duplex UVA special water vapour retardant, non-woven, laminated climate membrane for sealing and moisture protection in lightweight and solid construction.

VARIO KBSingle-sided adhesive tape for joining seamsin VARIO KM Duplex UV.

VARIO MultiTape SLSingle-sided flexible adhesive tape with a split release strip.

VARIO KM Duplex UVUsed as an airtightvapour barrier on theceiling of a traditionallyinsulated attic.

VARIO ProTapeDurable elastic, self-adhesive sealant on a roll for creating airtight joint seals.

Gyproc Airtite Quiet

Applied in 6mm layer over blocks.

1. Vario XtraSafe Intelligent membrane with a high variability (Sd value: 0.3 - 20 m).2. Vario XtraFixSelf-adhesive fixative strip for positioning the Vario XtraSafe intelligent membrane.

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VARIO DoubleFit

Universal sealant - a 2-in-1 solution for creating air-tight joins between vapour membrane and adjacent surfaces.


Vario System as a completebuilding solution

The best solution for airtightness and moisture control

Vario KM Duplex UV Membrane

Metac Roll Ecran Roofing Felt Tape KB1

Vario System Components

+ +orVario XtraSafe

Membrane

+

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VARIO KM Duplex UVA special water vapour retardant, non-woven, laminated climate membrane for sealing and moisture protection in lightweight and solid construction.

VARIO KBSingle-sided adhesive tape for joining seamsin VARIO KM Duplex UV.

VARIO MultiTape SLSingle-sided flexible adhesive tape with a split release strip.

VARIO KM Duplex UVUsed as an airtightvapour barrier on theceiling of a traditionallyinsulated attic.

VARIO ProTapeDurable elastic, self-adhesive sealant on a roll for creating airtight joint seals.

Gyproc Airtite Quiet

Applied in 6mm layer over blocks.

1. Vario XtraSafe Intelligent membrane with a high variability (Sd value: 0.3 - 20 m).2. Vario XtraFixSelf-adhesive fixative strip for positioning the Vario XtraSafe intelligent membrane.

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VARIO DoubleFit

Universal sealant - a 2-in-1 solution for creating air-tight joins between vapour membrane and adjacent surfaces.

Tape KB1 Vario DoubleFitVario double sidedProtape

Multitape SL

+ + + +Vario XtraFix

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NEW VARIO Xtra System from ISOVER Xtra simple. Xtra safe. Vario Xtra.

The new airtight and moisture control Vario Xtra system - offering optimum performance and a revolutionary installation system. It expands your design possibilities and most importantly provides a good deal more safety from moisture. The new Vario Xtra range offers a wide variety of efficient solutions for pitched roofs, timber frame walls and flat roofs. The new product family, consisting of the Vario XtraSafe intelligent membrane and Vario XtraFix fixative strip, is designed for optimum performance, enabling fast and efficient installation for the best possible results.

Vario XtraSafeThe intelligent membrane for greater safety

Our new membrane offers a higher variability for optimum protection. The membrane can be simply and quickly installed by just one worker thanks to its innovative fleece material - it is self adhering to Vario XtraFix for easy application and release.

Vario XtraFixThe fixative strip for positioning Vario XtraSafe Intelligent membrane

With the on-and-off assembly aid Vario XtraFix, ISOVER makes a decisive step forward. The affixing function enables rapid and precise installation of the Vario Xtra Safe Intelligent membrane, since it is simply stuck to the underlying surface and the membrane attached over it. Staple holes are avoided by the airtight surface.


Advantages at a glance

Advantages at a glance

Product specifics and field of application

Product specifics and field of application

• Optimal protection against moisture.• Revolutionary new attachment system in combination with Vario XtraFix.• Fleece with bonding function on back side.• Easy to adjust, because it can be removed.

• Easy and safe installation of Vario. • XtraSafe Intelligent membrane.• Affixing function replaces “third hand” when installing.• No staple holes through airtight surface.

• Very high variability (Sd value: 0.3 - 20 m).• Application from inside and outside.• UV resistant.• Odour-resistant against old wood protection.• Integrated handling guide. Cut markings and installation instructions.• Roll dimensions: 40m x 1.50m.

• Self-adhesive fixative strip for application from inside and outside.• Assembly aid enables repositioning of Vario XtraSafe.• Particularly flat and smooth.• Does not alter the thickness and volume.• Roll length: 25 m; Roll width: 10 mm.

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Easy application for the best structural values


Vario Xtra

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1. Stick Vario XtraFix on a firm surface i.e. timber rafters. If necessary, affix additionally at 20 cm gaps.

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2. Affix the Vario XtraSafe Intelligent membrane against the Vario XtraFix. Lay subsequent strips with a 10 cm overlap.

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Vario XtraFix Fixative strip for positioning the Vario XtraSafe intelligent membrane.

Vario XtraSafe Intelligent membrane with a high variability (Sd value: 0.3 - 20 m).

Want to know more? See our Vario Xtra video.

For insulating Rafters Isover Metac insulation can be fully filled in rafters when used with our XtraSafe membrane.

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Product Guide page

ISOVER RECOMMENDS: We have highlighted our best performing products throughout the guide – look out for the green star.

ISOVER Spacesaver Roll G3 Touch 0.044 W/mK 55

ISOVER Spacesaver Plus Roll G3 Touch 0.040 W/mK 56

ISOVER Spacesaver Ready Cut Roll G3 Touch 0.044 W/mK 57

ISOVER Spacesaver Solid Roll G3 Touch 0.044 W/mK 58

ISOVER Modular Roll G3 Touch 0.043 W/mK 59

ISOVER Heatshield G3 Touch 0.035 W/mK 60

ISOVER Comfort Roll 35 G3 Touch 0.035 W/mK 61

ISOVER Acoustic Roll G3 Touch 0.036 W/mK 62

ISOVER Metac Roll G3 Touch 0.034 W/mK 63

ISOVER Optima System DS 64

ISOVER Calibel Board G3 Touch 0.035 W/mK 65

ISOVER Hi-Cav 32 Slab G3 Touch 0.032 W/mK 66

ISOVER Vario System DS 67

ISOVER Vario Xtra Range DS 68

ISOVER Acoustic Batt G3 Touch 0.036 W/mK 69

Isover RD Party Wall Roll G3 Touch 0.036 W/mK 70

ISOVER Comfort Panel 32 G3 Touch 0.032 W/mK 71

ISOVER Cavity Wall Slab G3 Touch 0.036 W/mK 72

ISOVER Sound Deadening Floor Slab G3 Touch DS 73

ISOVER Cavity Fire Barriers DS 74

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ISOVER Spacesaver RollA mineral wool roll for domestic attic floors. Rolls pre-perforated to 3 x 386cm and 2 x 580cm widths to fit between common joist spacings.

Product Features

Where to use


✔✔ Thermal Conductivity 0.044 W/mK.

✔✔ Excellent Acoustic Performance.

✔✔ Excellent Fire Safety - A1 Fire Rated.

✔✔ Vapour permeable breathable insulation.

✔✔ Improves energy performance and reduces heating & cooling costs.

✔✔ Friction fits between timber joists /rafters. Easy to install.

✔✔ Made from recycled glass. Minimal manufacturing and on-site wastage. Low carbon footprint at manufacture and during transport.

new product

Product Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm) Pack area (m2) Pack per pallet

ISOVER Spacesaver 100 1160 9170 10.64 24ISOVER Spacesaver 150 1160 6030 6.99 24ISOVER Spacesaver 170 1160 5390 6.25 24ISOVER Spacesaver 200 1160 3880 4.50 24

W/mK 0.044

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ISOVER Spacesaver Plus 100 1160 7000 8.12 24ISOVER Spacesaver Plus 150 1160 4670 5.42 24ISOVER Spacesaver Plus 200 1160 3500 4.06 24


ISOVER Spacesaver Plus RollA mineral wool roll providing increased thermal insulation for domestic attic floors. Rolls are pre-perforated to 3 x 386cm and 2 x 580mm widths to fit between common joist spacings.

Product Features

Where to use








W/mK 0.040

new product

increased thermal

performance

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ISOVER Spacesaver Ready Cut Roll A mineral wool roll providing thermal insulation for domestic attic floors. Easy to install, rolls are ready-cut to provide either half or third widths to suit 400mm or 600mm joist spacing.

Product Features


Spacesaver Ready-Cut 100 2 x 580 9170 10.64 24Spacesaver Ready-Cut 100 3 x 386 9170 10.62 24Spacesaver Ready-Cut 150 2 x 580 6030 6.99 24Spacesaver Ready-Cut 150 3 x 386 6030 6.98 24Spacesaver Ready-Cut 200 2 x 580 3880 4.50 24Spacesaver Ready-Cut 200 3 x 386 3880 4.49 24

Where to use









new product

W/mK 0.044

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ISOVER Spacesaver Solid Roll A mineral wool solid roll providing thermal insulation for domestic attic floors.

Product Features

Where to use









new product


Spacesaver Solid Roll 100 1200 9170 11 24Spacesaver Solid Roll 150 1200 6030 7.24 24Spacesaver Solid Roll 200 1200 3880 4.66 24

W/mK 0.044

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ISOVER Modular RollA universal mineral wool roll used for the thermal insulation of large areas in buildings. The rolls are supplied in 1200mm wide unsplit rolls to ensure minimal cutting and waste to enable quick installation.

Product Features

Where to use

Pitched Roof - Attics Walls - Partition Floors - Floating - Under/Between






✔✔ Friction fits between timber studs/joists with no need for additional fixings.


W/mK 0.043


Modular Roll 50 1200 18000 21.60 24Modular Roll 60 1200 15500 18.60 24Modular Roll 70 1200 14000 16.80 24Modular Roll 80 1200 11250 13.50 24

new product

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ISOVER HeatshieldA high performance roll designed for topping up attic floor insulation – easy to install, can be simply rolled out over existing insulation.

new product

Product Features

Where to use


✔✔ Thermal conductivity 0.035 W/mK.


✔✔ Heat retention rates 25% more efficient than the comparable products (when comparing thermal conductivity).

✔✔ Easy to install as you just roll it out over the existing insulation. Soft tissue faced for easy handling. Also suitable for use between rafters.



Heatshield 140 1200 3400 4.08 24

W/mK 0.035

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ISOVER Comfort Roll 35A high performance insulation roll that saves space and increases thermal insulation performance. Soft tissue face for easy handling with gridlines to aid installation.

Product Features

Where to use

Pitched Roof - Rafters Walls - Insulated CavitiesPitched Roof - Attics



✔✔ Excellent Fire Safety.





W/mK 0.035


ISOVER Comfort Roll 35 80 1200 5300 6.36 24ISOVER Comfort Roll 35 100 1200 4500 5.40 24ISOVER Comfort Roll 35 140 1200 3400 4.08 24ISOVER Comfort Roll 35 200 1200 2200 2.64 24

new product

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new productISOVER Acoustic Roll

A mineral wool roll providing high levels of acoustic insulation in partitions, walls and floors to meet acoustic requirements in domestic and non-residential applications.

Product Features

Walls - Partition Floors - Floating - Under/Between

Walls - Separating






✔✔ Easy to install. Friction fits between timber studs/joists.


W/mK 0.036

Product Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm) Pack area (m2) Batt per pack

ISOVER Acoustic Roll 25 1200 20000 24 24ISOVER Acoustic Roll 50 1200 12000 14.40 24ISOVER Acoustic Roll 70 1200 9000 10.80 24ISOVER Acoustic Roll (Combi) 100 1160 6500 7.54 24ISOVER Acoustic Roll (Combi) 150 1160 4500 5.22 24ISOVER Acoustic Roll (Combi) 200 1160 2700 3.13 24

Where to use

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ISOVER Metac RollA high performance quality thermal insulation roll designed for a wide range of applications where space is at a premium.

Product Features

Where to use

Pitched Roof - Rafters Walls - Internally insulated






ISOVER Metac 25 2 x 1200 10000 24.00 12ISOVER Metac 50 1200 12000 14.40 12ISOVER Metac 90 1200 8000 9.60 12ISOVER Metac 100 1200 7000 8.40 12ISOVER Metac 130 1200 5500 6.60 12ISOVER Metac 150 1200 4800 5.76 12ISOVER Metac 150 3 * 400 4800 5.76 12ISOVER Metac 180 1200 4000 4.80 12ISOVER Metac 180 3 * 400 4000 4.80 12ISOVER Metac 220 1200 3300 3.96 12

W/mK 0.034

new product

high performance

rafter insulation


✔✔ Easy to install. Friction fits between timber stud, joists and rafters with no need for additional fixings.


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Product Packaging

ISOVER Optima Floor and ceiling U-channel – 2.35m Pallet of 12 bundles of 20 units = 564 m

ISOVER Optima C-channel – 2.4m Pallet of 40 bundles of 10 units = 960 m

ISOVER Optima Connector 25 pieces per box

ISOVER Optima 300mm extension Pallet of 40 bundles of 10 units = 120 m

ISOVER Optima 500mm extension Pallet of 40 bundles of 10 units = 200 m

ISOVER Optima Support 75 Support 100 Support 120 Support 140

50 pieces per box

ISOVER Optima Direct Support (70 – 160) 40 pieces per box

ISOVER Optima Drylining SystemA high performance drylining system, perfect for interior thermal and acoustic drylining of walls, eliminates thermal bridges. Adjustable system for all wall types and issues.

Product FeaturesProduct Features

Where to use

Walls - Internally insulated

first nsai certified

drylining system in ireland

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ISOVER Calibel BoardCalibel is an insulation board made up of a thick base of mineral wool assuring excellent thermal, acoustic and mechanical insulation, finished with a plasterboard lining.

Product Features

Where to use

Walls - Internally insulated Walls - Separating

✔✔ Thermal Conductivity 0.035 W/mK for the insulation.





✔✔ Easy to install.


W/mK 0.035

Product Thickness (mm) Width (m) Length (m) Pack area (m2) Sheets per pallet

ISOVER Calibel 42.5 2.5 1.2 3 27ISOVER Calibel 62.5 2.5 1.2 3 18

new product

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ISOVER Hi-Cav 32 SlabA higher performing mineral wool full-fill cavity slab providing excellent thermal performance in masonry cavity walls.

Product Features

Where to use

Walls - Insulated Cavities






✔✔ Easy to install, 455mm size is compatible with conventional wall tie spacing.


W/mK 0.032

Product Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm) Batt per pack Pack area (m2) Pack per pallet

ISOVER Hi-Cav 32 Slab 50 455 1200 14 7.64 15ISOVER Hi-Cav 32 Slab 65 455 1200 12 6.55 15ISOVER Hi-Cav 32 Slab 75 455 1200 10 5.46 15ISOVER Hi-Cav 32 Slab 85 455 1200 8 4.37 15ISOVER Hi-Cav 32 Slab 100 455 1200 6 3.28 15

new product

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ISOVER Vario System A high performance membrane with accompanying accessories unique in providing excellent levels of airtightness with unparalleled protection against moisture.

Product Features

Where to use

Airtightness

high performance airtightness & moisture

control

Product Width (mm) Length (mm) Packaging

ISOVER Vario KM Duplex Membrane 1500 40000 60 m2/ roll

ISOVER Vario KB1 – Single sided tape 60 40000 5 rolls = 200 m

ISOVER Vario DoubleFit Mastic n/a 310ml 12 cartridges

ISOVER Vario MultiTape SL 60 25000 10 rolls = 250 m

ISOVER Vario Protape 25 10000 5 rolls = 50 m

Ecran Integra Roof membrane 1500 50000 75m2/roll

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ISOVER Vario Xtra RangeNew airtight and moisture control system combining a high performance membrane, with revolutionary installation system.

Product Width (mm) Length (mm) Packaging Pack Per Pallet

ISOVER Vario Xtra Safe Membrane 1.5m 40000 60 m2/ roll 42

ISOVER Vario Xtra Fix Strip 10mm 25000 20 rolls per pack 120

NEWVario Xtra

Product Features

Where to use

Airtightness

✔✔ Xtra Safe Membrane with innovative fleece on the back which adheres to XtraFix Tape.

✔✔ Stay in place function - easy to remove and reapply during installation.

✔✔ Insulation can be fully filled between rafters when used with XtraSafe membrane.

✔✔ Easy to install - one person can install.

✔✔ No Staples = no punctures of airtight surface.

✔✔ Highest SD variable membrane on the market.

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ISOVER Acoustic BattA mineral wool batt fixed for lightweight constructions, providing excellent thermal and acoustic insulation.

Product Features

Where to use

Walls - Partition








W/mK 0.036


ISOVER Acoustic Batt 50 600 1200 16 11.52 20



new product

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Isover RD Party Wall RollA mineral wool roll designed for use for acoustic purposes in robust detail separating wall constructions. The strong, resilient and flexible rolls are ready-cut to 2 x 455mm to fit between standard wall tie spacing.

Product Features

Where to use

Walls - Separating

✔✔ Thermal conductivity 0.036 W / mK .


✔✔ Excellent Fire Safety – A1 Fire Rated.

✔✔ Made from recycled glass. Minimal manufacturing and on-site wastage. Low carbon foot print at manufacture and during transport.

W/mK 0.036


Isover RD Party Wall Roll 75 2 x 455 8500 7.74 28Isover RD Party Wall Roll 100 2 x 455 6000 5.46 28Isover RD Party Wall Roll 125 2 x 455 5000 4.55 28Isover RD Party Wall Roll 150 2 x 455 4000 3.64 28

new product

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ISOVER Comfort Panel 32 A high performance insulation panel. Soft tissue faced for easy handling, with gridlines to aid installation. Compressed product to save space and time, both for transport and distribution on site.

Product Features

Where to use

Pitched Roof - Rafters Walls - Internally insulated Walls - Insulated Cavities






✔✔ Friction fits between timber joists/rafters or studs. Easy to install.


highest performing

mineral wool!


ISOVER Comfort Panel 32 60 600 1200 7 5.04 16ISOVER Comfort Panel 32 120 600 1200 4 2.88 16ISOVER Comfort Panel 32 140 600 1200 3 2.16 16

new product

W/mK 0.032

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ISOVER Cavity Wall SlabA mineral wool full-fill cavity slab providing thermal performance in masonry cavity walls.

Product Features

Where to use

Walls - Insulated Cavities






✔✔ Easy to install, 455mm size is compatible with conventional wall tie spacing.


Product Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm) Batts per pack Pack area (m2) Pack per pallet

ISOVER Cavity Wall Slab 50 455 1200 20 10.92 20





W/mK 0.036

new product

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ISOVER Sound Deadening Floor SlabA mineral wool slab designed to provide impact sound deadening performance in timber base separating floors.

Product Features

Where to use

Floors - Floating - Under/Between








ISOVER Sound DeadeningFloor Slab - Rigid Grade

25 625 1200 8 6 n/a

new product

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ISOVER Cavity Fire BarriersA non-combustible mineral wool cavity barrier used to restrict the spread of smoke and flames and to minimise flanking noise transmission in concealed cavities.

Product Features

Where to use

Walls - Insulated Cavities Walls - External & Separating





Product Cavity size (mm) Width (mm) Length (mm) Barriers Per Pack Sleeve colour

Cavity Barrier (65) 65 65 1200 40 ClearCavity Barrier (130) 130 120 1200 12 Clear

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Contents

page

Irish Case Studies 76

Technical Academy 86

Peace of mind from ISOVER Technical Team 88

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Irish Case Study: Clauson House

Project Overview

The brief was to build a new residential home in Kiltilly, Co. Wexford. Passive A1 rated house built to traditional construction methods in vernacular Irish Style. Incorporating. To achieve the highest possible levels of thermal comfort and energy efficiency while remaining within the tight planning constraints set out in the height and form of the bungalow.

ISOVER Products: ISOVER Duct Wrap (MHRV ducts throughout the house) and Metac in the roof.

Category: New Build Residential

Entrants: Alan Tier & Zeno Winkens

Company: Winkins Architecture & Integrated Energy

Company Address: Integrated Energy Rathgar House, 53A Rathgar Avenue, Dublin 6 Winkens Architecure, Whitestown, Drinagh, Co. Wexford

Company Contacts: Alan Tier Integrated Energy T: +353 85 106 1198 E: [email protected] W: www.integrated.ie Zeno Winkens T: +353 53 912 6605 E: [email protected]

WINNERPASSIVE CERTIFIED

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Energy UsagePrimary Energy: 50 kWh/m2.aSpace Heating Demand: 13.44 kWh/m2.aAirtightness: 0.5 m3/h.m2

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Irish Case Study: Glenashling Nursing Home

Project Overview

The client requested the highest possible standards of energy efficiency and selected Passivhaus to achieve high comfort & low running costs – this presented a challenge due to the existing design of this Nursing home in Celbridge Co Kildare which had 50 existing bedrooms, 25 new en suite bedrooms, commercial kitchen and Laundry and new Energy centre.

ISOVER Products: Metac (Roof & Dormers)

Category: New Non Residential

Entrant: Archie O Donnell

Company: Integrated Energy & Clarke Partnership

Company Address: Integrated Energy Rathgar House, 53A Rathgar Avenue, Dublin 6 Clarke Partnership , 24 St. Margarets road, Malahide, Co. Dublin.

Company Contacts: Integrated Energy T: +353 85 106 1198 E: [email protected] W: www.integrated.ie Clarke Partnership W: www.clarkepartnership.com

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RUNNER UPPASSIVE CERTIFIED

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Energy UsagePrimary Energy: 56kWh/m2.aSpace Heating Demand: 13 kWh/m2.aAirtightness: 0.6 m3/h.m2

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Irish Case Study: Mount Merrion Retrofit

Project Overview

The brief was for a replicable exemplar deep retrofit for a typical 1950’s urban family home. This semi detached home was extended and refurbished to achieve an A rating a over 90% reduction in energy demand.

ISOVER Products: Acoustic Roll, Spacesaver/Metac and Gyproc plasters

Category: Renovation Residential

Entrant: Patricia Kochaniuk & Liam Desmond

Company: Green Extension Architects

Project Manager & Home-Owner Liam Desmond

Company Address: Green Extension Architects, 76 Mountain View park, Dublin 14

Company Contacts: Patricia Kochaniuk Green Extension Architects T: +353 86 269 2874 E: [email protected]

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91% ENERGY SAVINGS

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Energy UsagePrimary Energy: 48 kWh/m2.a (was 535)Space Heating Demand: 25 kWh/m2.a (was 451)Airtightness: 1.24 m3/h.m2 (was 10)BER A2

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Irish Case Study: Albert Road Retrofit

Project Overview

The brief was to retrofit and extend a draughty poorly insulated Victorian mid terrace house, c. 1850, to a contemporary, functional energy efficient home.

ISOVER Products: Optima Dry Lining System including Vario & Metac


Entrant: Frank Cooney

Company: Cooney Architects

Company Address: Cooney Architects, 32 The Coombe, Dublin 8

Company Contacts: Cooney Architects T: +353 1 453 3444 E: [email protected]

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79% ENERGY SAVINGS

Energy UsagePrimary Energy: 86.5 kWh/m2.a (was 419)Airtightness: 1.5 m3/h.m2

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Irish Case Study: Victorian Terrace Retrofit

Project Overview

The brief was to create an exemplar retrofitted solid wall Victorian mid terrace c.1896 – this social housing unit in Belfast was renovated completely to increase thermal comfort and indoor air and light quality.

ISOVER Products: Vario System, Spacesaver and Acoustic Roll


Entrant: Peter Keig

Company: Eco-Energy (NI) Ltd.

Company Address: Eco-Energy (NI) Ltd., 16 Park Drive, Holywood, BT18 9LW, Co. Down, Northern Ireland

Company Contacts: Peter Keig, Eco-Energy (NI) Ltd. T: + 44 (0) 7780 967 225 E: [email protected]

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67% ENERGY SAVINGS

Energy UsagePrimary Energy: 154 kWh/m2.a (was 476)Space Heating Demand: 28 kWh/m2.a (was 252)Airtightness: 0.3 m3/h.m2

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Technical Academy

ISOVER offer a wide range of training courses for building professionals at its own purpose built Technical Academy at Kingscourt Co Cavan, as well as locations throughout the country.

These comprehensive courses cover both theory and practical on-site issues, with courses mixing classroom with hands on experience to ensure participants gain a good grounding in those topics most relevant to the Irish construction industry today and into the future.

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Technical Academy

Call our Technical Team on 1800 744 480 todayEmail [email protected]

Practical Hands on training & Theory courses ISOVER Multi Comfort House; A guide to passive

house building in Ireland. Insulation, an overview; theory & practical. A guide

to ISOVER insulation systems and on-site practices. Airtightness and moisture management; theory,

systems & on-site solutions. Dry lining & moisture management; theory, systems

& on-site solutions. Roof insulation; theory, systems & on-site solutions.

Technical advice provided on: Low energy / passive house building. U-Value calculations. Condensation risk analysis. Thermal bridge support and advice. On-site support and detailing.

Looking for Technical advice?Need Training on ISOVER Systems?

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Contact us Email: [email protected] Phone ROI: 1800 74 4480www.isover.ie

Peace of mind from ISOVER Technical TeamFurther Technical recommendationsThe following issues should also be considered to maintain the most efficient performance of the building structure.

1 Air tightness Air tightness is largely reliant on the quality of workmanship undertaken. It is therefore essential to ensure that, • Gaps around the perimeter of the systems e.g. between skirting and floor are appropriately sealed. • Penetrations made through the Vario KM Duplex air tightness barrier, such as those required to accommodate services, are appropriately sealed using compatible Vario tapes and sealant accessories.

2 Condensation Risk Inappropriate or poorly specified installations of thermal insulation and moisture check barriers, can in some scenarios increase the risk of harmful condensation on or towards the cold side of the construction element. These risks tend to be higher when upgrading single solid leaf constructions. Please contact our technical department for further assistance.

3 Maintaining Thermal Performance (Minimising Cold Bridging effects) Junctions between different building elements often create weaknesses in the overall provision of thermal insulation. Provided below is a list of good practice recommendations for some of the more important elemental junctions.

Eaves • Ensure continuity of insulation throughout the junction. • Ensure installed insulation provides continuity between walls, eaves and roofs. • Ensure eaves insulation installed above wall plate achieves at least a thermal resistance of 1.2m2K/W (e.g. 60mm ISOVER SpaceSaver).

Timber joist floors / roofs • Fully fill ISOVER glass wool between last joist and the external wall. Insulation should have a thermal resistance of at least 2.0m2K/W.

Lintels Install appropriate insulation to lintel soffits which offers a thermal resistance of at least 0.34 m2K/W.

5 Convection losses Thermal performance can also be reduced where convection currents occur in behind the thermal linings. When installing ISOVER Calibel it is therefore recommended to apply a continuous ribbon of adhesive around the perimeter of the linings and around penetrations on each wall.

6 U- value calculationsBuilding regulations require demonstration of thermal performance through U-value calculations for the building energy rating. The energy rating is made up of several elements including building fabric and insulation as well as services and renewable energy solutions. Bear in mind that the maximum U-values listed in building regulations are only a backstop. Some elements will typically need to go beyond the minimum standards in order to achieve the building compliance. Our technical department is ready to provide you with your U-value calculations incorporating Isover components and provide specification support, to assist in achieving compliance for your building.

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ISOVER IrelandUnit 4, Kilcarbery Business Park,Nangor Rd., Dublin 22Tel: +353 (0) 1 629 8400Email: [email protected]: www.isover.ie

ISOVER Technical TeamROI Free Phone: 1800 744 480NI Phone: 0845 399 0159Email: [email protected]

About ISOVER:ISOVER have always been committed to comfortable living and climate protection. We believe in developing products to create a better, more comfortable world. Already, ISOVER insulation warms and protects 1 in 3 homes in Europe and 1 in 5 in America. Our products save you energy and money; but they also come with a proven environmental pedigree. As Europe’s leading producers of high-performance insulation materials, every day we strive to develop increasingly efficient and resource-saving products. We know our responsibility to the earth and continually innovate to deliver the best products to our customers.

Documents

ISOVER Ireland Book of Solutions 2014