South Africa’s climate is described as either sub-tropical or temperate. Anyone who’s lived in Gauteng or Cape Town when it gets down to -2°C will tell you that Knauf Ecose Insulation is a need, not a want! But that doesn’t mean it doesn’t get cold in the middle of winter.

It’s not enough to get insulation that gets the job done. We want it to be as eco-friendly and energy efficient as possible. It also needs to make our homes safer if a fire breaks out.

Enter Knauf Ecose insulation. It takes standards for ceiling insulation to another level and is the ideal choice for South African homes. But don’t just take our word for it.

Let’s explore everything you need to know about Knauf insulation so you can make the right choice for your home.

What Is Knauf Ecose Insulation?

Knauf is a German company that has been manufacturing insulation products since the late 1970s. Already a world leader in building materials, they quickly built up their insulation division to manufacture some of the best forms of insulation available.

They produce home insulation in a huge range of sizes and styles. They also manufacture insulation for commercial buildings, such as hospitals, schools, and shopping malls.

Ecose is a technology developed by Knauf that makes their insulation easier to handle. While it might look like candy floss, it’s not irritating to the skin. Most insulation is made from fibreglass or mineral wool, a similar product.

It makes installing traditional forms of insulation very tricky, and you’re likely to be in some discomfort as you do so. They can also irritate the lungs if you inhale some of the fibres.

By contrast, Ecose insulation is soft to the touch and easy to install. That’s because it’s made with natural materials. It also gives off very little dust, making it kinder to installers.

The Benefits of Knauf Ecose Insulation

Whether you need Ceiling Insulation or Wall Insulation, Knauf Ecose is the best you can buy. There are seven key areas we’re going to examine that make it stand out from the competition.

Thermal

When we think about insulation, most of us think about its thermal qualities first. We want insulation to stop the transfer of heat in two ways.

In the winter, we want to stop the heat generated in our homes from escaping through the roof. In summer, we want to reduce the solar gain, the effect of the sun’s radiation energy heating the insides of our home.

How effective is Knauf insulation at reducing these two heat transfers? The answer lies in its R-value. The R-value tells us how well a material resists heat flow.

The higher the R-value, the better it is at insulating. Knauf Ecose insulation has an installed R-value of:

• 135mm – 3.78 R-value
• 100mm – 2.90 R-value
• 50mm- 1.65 R-value

With proper installation, Knauf Ecose insulation will provide excellent protection throughout the year. It can have a real impact on your heating and cooling costs. You can expect a 5-8 degree improvement in your indoor temperature throughout the year.

Acoustic Benefits of Knauf Insulation

Ceiling insulation is a great way of keeping noise out. When it rains, roofs can let in a huge amount of noise. Knauf Ecose insulation can reduce this noise by as much as 50%.

They have the challenge of running important machinery while keeping the atmosphere relaxing to promote healing and recovery. Installing Knauf Ecose insulation can be an important part of that picture. It makes it ideal for environments like a hospital.

Ecose Insulation is Not Combustible

One of the major benefits of Knauf Ecose insulation is that it is non-flammable. It simply can’t burn. It protects your home in the event of a fire by slowing its progression.

Ecose insulation has a Class AA 1/1 or Euroclass A1 fire-safe rating.

Class AA 1/1 materials are non-combustible. They have to meet incredibly high standards to achieve these ratings. Given that most house fires start in the roof cavity, this can give you great confidence in their ability to protect your home.

Moisture Resistant

Pests need moisture to thrive. The best insulation is non-hygroscopic, meaning it does not absorb moisture from the air. Knauf Ecose products are moisture resistant, providing extra protection against vermin and other pests.

By keeping heat, cold and moisture out, Knauf insulation also helps to reduce the humidity levels in your home. You’ll likely decrease condensation and have fewer problems with mould and mildew. That means a healthier environment for every member of the family!

Sustainable

Knauf uses sustainable, natural materials to produce Ecose insulation. As a result, it’s 70% less energy-intensive to produce. It’s also made from up to 85% recycled materials.

This means that Knauf Ecose insulation comes in a natural brown color rather than some of the lurid shades of other kinds of mineral wool. They do not use artificial dyes in their manufacture, just one more way they are kind to the environment.

Knauf Ecose Insulation is Formaldehyde and Phenol Free

Formaldehyde and phenol sound dangerous and weird, but most of us probably don’t know much about them.

Formaldehyde is commonly used in wall and ceiling insulation. But it’s a pollutant and reduces indoor air quality. It can trigger asthma attacks and irritate your eyes, lungs, and throat.

It can poison fish and other wildlife if it gets into the local environment.

Phenol is also bad for your health, whether you breathe it in or your skin comes into contact with i. It can cause many of the same symptoms as formaldehyde. The bottom line is that choosing Knauf Ecose insulation protects your family or customers from breathing in some nasty stuff.

Long-Lasting Benefits

We understand that ceiling insulation can seem like a big investment. But it can quickly begin to repay you in the form of lower energy bills.

The other great advantage of Knauf Ecose insulation is its excellent lifespan. It should last 30-50 years when installed correctly.

The Different Types of Knauf Ecose Insulation

Knauf Ecose insulation comes in a huge variety of styles for different applications. Their products protect walls, ceilings, roofs, floors, and HVAC systems.

Ceiling Insulation

Knauf produces ceiling loft rolls, ideal for laying at ceiling level under a pitched roof. It comes in combi-cut and uncut varieties.

If you need to insulate a pitched roof at the rafter level, rafter rolls are specially designed for this purpose.

Factory Clad rolls are perfect as part of built-up metal roofs, providing acoustic, thermal, and fire protection.

Wall Insulation

Wall insulation comes in acoustic batt and rolls, which are ideal for the internal wall. For exterior masonry walls, options include cavity roll and cavity slabs.

How to Install Knauf Ecose Insulation

Installing insulation may look easy. But like any skill, it involves knowledge and practice to get it right.

You need to ensure that there are no gaps for air to get through. But at the same time, you can damage the insulation and make it less effective by overstuffing. You want to maintain the mineral wool’s structure because the tiny air pockets insulate your home.

Our recommendation is to leave this job to the professional. They have the skills and experience to get it right the first time. Your home will get all the benefits without any rookie mistakes.

Award Winning Knauf Ecose Insulation

Knauf Ecose insulation has won many awards. It’s won more than any of its competitors. Here are two that can give you peace of mind that you’re making a great choice for the environment and your health.

Eurofins Gold Award

Companies must commit to low product emission requirements to receive the Eurofins Gold Award. They must also contribute to creating a healthy indoor environment. Knauf insulation received this accolade as it is made of 85% recycled materials!

It improves the indoor environment because it resists pests and mould. Your home will be more comfortable, and the air will be better to breathe.

BES 6001 Sustainability Award

The BES 6001 standard might not be something that rolls off the tongue. But in essence, it’s an assurance that your building materials have been responsibly sourced. It means that they come from sustainable sources.

When you choose Knauf Ecose insulation, you can feel confident that you’re choosing a product that is actively limiting its impact on the environment.

Choose Knauf Ecose: The Best Insulation for Your Home

If you’re looking to install the best insulation in South Africa, there is only one choice. Knauf Ecose insulation provides the highest thermal, fire, and acoustic insulation. It’s kind to installers and won’t give off nasty chemicals for your family to breathe.

At Cape Ceilings & Dry Wall Partitioning, we have over 30 years of experience insulating homes in the Western Cape. No job is too big or too small.

Call us Today on 087 711 0229 or contact us online for a free quotation.