03 Aug Best Shed Insulation
When you’re building a shed, insulation is a crucial feature to help protect your belongings from weather damage. You’ll generally have the option of choosing between foam and foil insulators. Foam insulators prevent the conduction and convection of heat, while foil insulators stop convection through their adhesive and reflective barrier. Wondering which insulation material is best for your shed? Read on to learn more about some of the best shed insulation materials on the market.
Rockwool Insulation
If you don’t have a lot of space in your shed, rockwool insulation is a great choice. This material is made from molten rock which is spun into fibres and compressed to form thick insulation. It absorbs and protects against noise, heat and cold, and will defend your shed from fire, water, mould and mildew.
Fibreglass Insulation
Fibreglass isn’t as strong an insulator as rockwool, but it’s very easy to install and can be moulded into whatever shape you require. It’s also water-resistant and absorbs sound, so it’s a good choice if you’re worried about water damaging your shed’s contents.
Mineral Wool Insulation
In contrast to rockwool and fibreglass, mineral wool insulates similarly to a sponge and effectively blocks out noise, heat and water. As it has a higher expansion rate than other insulation materials, it works perfectly in a small space like a shed.
Cellular Plastic Insulation
If you produce a lot of sound in your shed – such as if you use it for music practice or recording – cellular plastic insulation might be just what you’re looking for. The interlocked polystyrene beads and recycled cardboard create the perfect thermal and sound barrier you need to play to your heart’s content.
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Foam Board Insulation
This rigid, versatile material can be used inside and outside and works well at blocking heat, cold and sound. EPS is a great choice for shed ceilings or walls.
Spray Foam Insulation
This insulation material comes in two parts: a resin base, comprised mainly of polyurethane, and a propellant which becomes foam when mixed with the resin. This mineral helps to block conduction, convection and radiation and also limits the transfer of sound, so is perfect if you’re needing effective noise reduction.
Choosing The Right Insulation For Your Shed
It’s important you settle on the right product for your project. Give yourself the time to research products, manufacturers and installers to ensure you’re getting great value for money. Our friendly team at Just Sheds is ready to talk with you about your particular insulation needs and to help you find the perfect insulation product for your project and your budget. We’ll ensure your shed is properly insulated so it can be used all year round, and so that your equipment and tools will be protected from the elements and operating as they should for years to come.
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At Just Sheds, we’re passionate about providing the best possible shed and carport solutions to our valued residential, rural and clients throughout south-east Queensland. We’re a family-owned and operated business with years of experience in the industry, and we’re committed to ensuring our valued customers are completely satisfied with the quality of our products and installation. All of our sheds and carports are manufactured to the most stringent building standards, so you’ll be confident you’re getting the best sheds in the business. Give us a call today to speak to our friendly team, learn more about our great products and services, or arrange a free, no-obligation quote.