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Masonry construction - Insulating brick and concrete walls
Steico Wood-fibre insulation boards can be applied to the internal or external facade of brick or concrete walls as a way to improve energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
What are the benefits ?
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Provides an additional weather protection layer for external walls
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Reduces thermal bridging within the building element
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Eliminates the sensation of cold masonry walls from the inside
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Keeps you warmer in winter and cooler in hot periods
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Excellent soundproofing qualities
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Diffusion open. Allows trapped moisture in the wall fabric to escape
Insulating the External face of a masonry wall
Insulating the external facade of a masonry wall is key for energy efficiency. Using Steico Duo Dry or Steico Special Dry boards, from 40mm to 160mm thick, effectively protects your walls. These boards can be fixed and plastered with lime-based or clay renders or cladded with battens for a ventilated facade. This approach enhances insulation and your property's aesthetics.
Insulating the inside face of a brick or concrete wall.
Steico's Internal wood-fibre insulation board offers a solution for insulating masonry walls. They provide energy efficiency and improved indoor comfort by buffering moisture and eliminating the chill of cold walls. Installation involves adhesive mortar and mechanical fixings, allowing for finishes like lime or clay renders. The boards come in 40mm and 60mm thicknesses.
How to fix the boards to the substrate
Woodfibre insulation boards are securely affixed to masonry substrates with adhesive mortar and specialized fasteners. Sourced from respected European suppliers, these fasteners come with an ETA certificate, guaranteeing reliability and quality.
What finishing options are available after installing the boards?
After installing Steico Internal wood-fibre insulation boards, you have several finishing options
1. The boards can be finished with lime-based or clay renders
2. Alternatively, they can be covered with other lining materials such as plaster board
Installation guide?
Click on the image to the right to download the Installation Guides: ETICS - External Thermal Insulation Component System
You can find the Product datasheets in our Downloads page.
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