Knowledge Blog

Welcome to the ROCKWOOL Knowledge Blog. Here you will find the latest news trends and thoughts on a range of insulation topics, surrounding efficiency, acoustics, regulation and more.

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Energy Efficiency
Energy Efficiency
Sustainability
Standards & Regulations
13 Jul 2023

How to make your home more energy efficient in 2023

A guide to rising energy costs and energy bills in the UK from ROCKWOOL, with practical advice on how to make your home more energy efficient with insulation

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Acoustics and Indoor Environments
Fire Resilience
Energy Efficiency
Sustainability
Renovation Refurb and Retrofit
Standards & Regulations
05 Jul 2023

Stone wool insulation versus alternatives

There are many types of insulation on the market today. This article discusses these types of insulation materials and compares them on their thermal and fire restistant abilities.

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North America green building design and construction using green roofs to save energy, absorb rainfall, and help cool the air during the summer when the humidity and temperature in urban areas is much higher than nearby countrysides. Sustainable infrastructure and buildings.
Fire Resilience
Renovation Refurb and Retrofit
Standards & Regulations
05 Jul 2023

The real economic impact of fire in roofs - 5 min Read

Lisa Stephens, Product Manager - Building Envelope at ROCKWOOL UK, explains the causes of fire, the changes in regulations, and what building professionals can do to manage risk and protect communities.

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Fire Resilience
05 Jul 2023

Flat roof fire protection: how to identify and mitigate the risks

Discover the risks and solutions for fire safety in industrial and manufacturing properties. . Identify and protect against flat-roof fire risks with thorough assessments and control measures. Consider the benefits of non-combustible materials like stone wool insulation for passive fire protection. Upskill architects, designers, and specifiers with valuable insights and best practices to better manage fire risk. Access essential resources through ROCKWOOL's CPD on managing fire risk in roofs.

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Fire Resilience
Energy Efficiency
Standards & Regulations
04 Jul 2023

Compliance and Tapered Falls

Explore the benefits of tapered falls for flat roofs and ensure consistent thermal performance. Learn about compliance with building regulations, thermal efficiency, acoustic considerations, and reducing fire risk through non-combustible materials. Simplify your construction process and prepare for tomorrow's demands with ROCKWOOL's Flat Roof Resource Hub.

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Fire Resilience
03 Jul 2023

Balconies, upstands & terraces: achieving fire safety and protection across the whole building exterior

This article highlights the importance that, construction professionals – designers, specifiers and contractors – are well-versed in the fire safety regulations for the building exterior and the ways in which they can assess the performance of materials.

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