Roof Insulation Natural

Single ply roof insulation.

Roof insulation natural.

Wool has been used as a heat insulator since sheep were invented and is one of the most effective natural insulators around. Cotton insulation is similar to fiberglass insulation in several ways. Rockwool multifix is a mineral fiberglass faced stone wool product that can be installed under many single ply membranes. Cotton insulation is similar to fiberglass insulation in several ways.

Single ply roof systems can provide an easy to install seamless roof assembly. It s probably a good idea to supplement it with some other type of insulation and or reflective material. Natural insulation materials such as hemp insulation cellulose including grass based wood fiber straw and cotton act as carbon storage and reduce embodied energy and carbon footprint of homes buildings. Protect your garage external walls attic and basement initially as these areas are most vulnerable to temperature change especially with all the various types of roof insulation out there.

Wool insulation generally has a slightly higher r value rating than glasswool or rockwool batts of similar thicknesses. Sod the earth the plants and their matted roots provide some insulation on a sod roof.