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Cavity walls are the most common walls in homes in the UK and were first built around 1920. So, if your home was built after that,...

25th August 2026

The majority of UK homes have one, but what is an EPC? EPC stands for energy performance certificate. It is the official docume...

25th August 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 2

If you’re thinking about fitting PIR insulation, you probably want to find out which are the best insulation boards available on...

30th June 2026

The focus on climate change and global warming is now more important than ever. To tackle them, we need to prioritise sustainabili...

20th March 2026

Plasterboard sizes can seem overwhelming, especially because there are so many. INSULATION SUPERSTORE's guide breaks them down and...

19th March 2026

The ROCKWOOL Group is based in Bridgend, South Wales. It is the world's largest stone wool manufacturer, trading in more than 120 ...

4th September 2025

DIY Difficulty Level 3

Fake ceilings have become a common feature across a wide range of industrial and commercial applications, from hospitals to librar...

20th March 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Insulation is an efficient and must-have solution to conserve energy; that's why we have an Approved Document dedicated to it. Wit...

20th March 2026

If you’re planning to install sound insulation in a building, you will need to be familiar with Part E of the Building Regulatio...

27th February 2024

DIY Difficulty Level 5

Plywood is designed in a variety of thicknesses, lengths and widths to accommodate a range of projects in construction. A highl...

19th March 2026

For years, home insulation has been a priority for property owners. Today millions of people have insulated homes, with the number...

20th March 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 3

Have you ever heard of sarking board? If not, we’ve got you covered! Sarking boards come with many insulating benefits and ha...

19th March 2026

As the energy crisis took its toll on the UK over the course of 2022, the government decided to step in and introduce a new scheme...

20th March 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 1

Floor insulation has been used for decades. There are a wide variety of floor insulation options to choose from, so finding the ri...

28th August 2025

If you want reliable loft access, you’ll need a loft hatch and a loft ladder. But before you can choose the right options for...

16th February 2024

DIY Difficulty Level 2

Breathable roof membranes help prevent the build-up of harmful condensation in pitched roofing applications, keeping your roof spa...

25th March 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 2

In the Spring of 2022, the government released a statement about VAT on energy-saving materials. But is insulation 0% VAT? T...

19th March 2026

Reflective multifoil insulation was introduced to the UK building market in the mid-1990s as an innovative type of insulation mate...

19th March 2026

EcoTherm Insulation are among the largest suppliers of polyisocyanurate (PIR) thermal insulation in the UK. So, it should come ...

19th March 2026

If you want to use your summer house during the colder months, you'll have to insulate it. The good news is: Insulating a su...

14th February 2024

Insulation comes in a variety of sizes. The application it is used for will affect which insulation you choose for the project. ...

19th March 2026

How you insulate a roof will depend on the type of roof you want to install insulation into. For example, a pitched roof may ne...

29th February 2024

DIY Difficulty Level 5

Insulating your conservatory can provide several benefits, both in terms of comfort and energy efficiency. It allows for enhanc...

19th February 2024

DIY Difficulty Level 5

When you're insulating a building, it is important to ensure you have the best materials for the job. Fibreglass and mineral wool ...

19th March 2026