Insulation manufacturer of the company Knauf. Line of insulation KNAUF: Types of insulation and appointment

Without a doubt, the name of this company is known to anyone who, at least ever seriously engaged in construction or decoration. In the Russian construction market is presented very wide range of The materials of the company "Knauf", and all of them are consistently high demand, as they can safely say, a peculiar standard of quality.

However, in most cases, the Knauf brand is stably associated with materials for finishing works - these are dry and ready-made building mixtures, soils, drywall systems with all the necessary elements for them, kits for "dry screeds" and other products of this plan. Meanwhile, the company also produces a very wide range of high-quality thermal insulation materials.

Insulation Knauf technical Characteristics and types of which will be considered in this publication - this is one of the most optimal options For the construction of private houses, as such thermal insulation is characterized by the naturalness of components, an increased degree of security for human health. Well, of course, when choosing any building materials, an important criterion for which paramount attention is always drawn is the reputation of the manufacturer. Well, according to the positions of high reputation and on guarantees of the quality of their products "Knauf" - certainly "ahead of the planet all."

Knauf has been maintained since 1932 - it was founded by the Knauff brothers in Germany and at first wore a very long name "Rainiche Him Hypsyndust Leng Bergverksunternnen". Even from the name it can be seen that the initial duration direction was associated with production. plastering mixes From gypsum. In the process of developing this private enterprise, its product range gradually expanded, and in 1949 a new plant for the manufacture of construction was opened in Bavaria gypsum blends. In 1958, it follows the next "technological breakthrough" - the first production of sheets is opened by everything so well-known drywall.

Since the 70s of the last century, the range of Knauf goes beyond only gypsum products - mixtures using cement and lime are widely represented, building chemicals produced by it, ready-made structural parts. Well, the subsequent stages in the development are the development and introduction of high-quality thermal insulation of fiberglass, basalt foam foamed polystyrene.

In Russia, the company "KNAUF" with its investment development has come in 1993. Then other countries of the post-Union territory were followed - offices and production lines are open in Kazakhstan, Moldova, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Ukraine.

As a result, the company from one small at first, the family-owned enterprise has become the world's largest manufacturer of building materials. Knauf transnational group of companies today includes more than 200 factories located in 37 countries in Europe, Asia, North and South America. In the territory Russian Federation Products of this brand are produced at enterprises in Chelyabinsk, St. Petersburg, Novomoskovsk, Krasnogorsk, Kungur and other cities.

It is obvious that the company values \u200b\u200bits reputation very much and is trying to comprehensively maintain the popularity of products. Therefore, the goods with the Knauf brand for many decades occupy one of the leading places in the construction markets of the world, deserve all confidence and never "are not strung on the shelves."

Interestingly, "Knauf" puts considerable funds to charity and social projects. Thus, the company has invested the recreation of the historical Church by the manor of Tyutchev "OSTEG", sponsored the award to them. V.A. Zhukovsky for the best translation of a literary or humanitarian work from German into Russian, actively promotes other projects in the field of culture, architecture, social policy.

So, as mentioned above, one of the directions of modern production activities of Knauf is the production of various types of high-quality thermal insulation. Let us turn to this issue.

Varieties of insulation "Knauf" by manufacturing material

Insulation "Knauf" can be divided into several criteria. PPOETE to determine the choice, you need to consider them in more detail.

The first of the criteria can be called material manufacturing. So, insulation of this nonsense can be made of polystyrene foam, or have a mineral fibrous structure.

• The line of insulation "Therm" is polystyrene foam thermal insulation of the company « Knauf. » whose products are undergoing special processing, and therefore differ from traditional plates from this material manufactured by other manufacturers. Heaters from this line are widely used in private and industrial construction for thermal insulation of walls, overlap, roofing, foundations, balconies and loggias, and even - road surfaces.
• "Heat Knauf" is a line of insulation, made of fiberglass and basalt fiber and used in private construction for thermal insulation of various parts of the house.
• "Knauf Insulation" - insulation materials, positioning as a professional thermal insulation produced from basalt fiber. This type of insulation is also divided into several types intended for use on various building structures of the building.

Let us turn to a more detailed consideration of the characteristics of the insulation of various types, to a more subject division by their applications.

Insulation "Knauf Therm" based on polystyrene foam

KNAUF THERM - specifications and fields of insulation

Hard stoves " Knauf Therm.»Produced by the same technology as other foam insulation from pressed foamed polystyrene. However, implementing the concept of maximum consumer health care and environmental safety, KNAUF technologies successfully replaced some toxic ingredients to completely safe components.

For example, the manufacturer, abandoned chlorine-containing compounds, which are almost always part of the foam of other manufacturers, as these components greatly simplify the process of producing such a heater. In addition, these products can be attributed to safe, as they do not contain aldehyde and phenolic compounds that allocate toxic evaporations are extremely harmful to health living in the house.

The general operational and technical characteristics of polystyrene foam thermal insulators "Knauf Therm" look like this:

• The coefficient of thermal conductivity, depending on the specific product and on the conditions of its operation, lies in the range of 0.31 ÷ 0.42 W / m × ˚С.
• Density - 10 ÷ 25 kg / m³.
• Compression strength - 20 ÷ 170 kPa.
• The temperature mode of operation lies in the range from - 135 to + 80 ° C.
• The vapor permeability coefficient is 0.02 ÷ 0.03 mg / (m × h × pa).
• The coefficient of moisture absorption in 24 hours - 0.8 ÷ 2.0% by volume.
• Class of flammability G1 ÷ g3. Thanks to the processing of plates of polystyrene foam "KNAUF" with modern antipirens, they are low-spirited, self-tapping heat insulator.

Plates go on sale in packages made of polyethylene protective film. Due to the low weight, they are easy to transport, to transfer, raise the floors, to carry them out.

Advantages and disadvantages of polystyrene foam insulation ruler "Therm"

Before proceeding to the consideration of technical sides of the thermal insulation "Knauf Therm", it makes sense to consider its "pros" and "minuses". Such a review, by the way, is also capable of very "colorful" to characterize the insulation from many important parties, since the dry numbers of table parameters are not understood.

So, polystyrene foam insulation Knauf enjoys wide popularity due to numerous advantages. These include:

• Low thermal conductivity Polystyrene is the most important property for insulation. Thus, the heat-insulating qualities of this material having a thickness of 120 mm can be compared with the same parameters of the brick wall in 450 mm or concrete construction 2100 mm thick.
• Moisture resistance. The polystyrene foam practically does not absorb and does not miss moisture, so it is well suited for the insulation of such areas of structure, such as the foundation, base, facade and roof. Due to the fact that water does not penetrate the structure of the plates, it is not able to act on the material destructively and reduce its thermal insulation properties.
• Small specific gravity . Plates "Knauf Therm", despite significant geometric dimensions - sufficiently light, due to the fact that their structure consists of almost 98% of the air. Due to the small mass, this insulation will not waste the carrying structures, will not create an additional load on the foundation of the structure. There are no special problems of loading and unloading, transportation of material and its feeding directly to the work site. For fixing, no reinforced fasteners are required.
• Sufficient mechanical strength on compression and resistance to the corresponding deformationsallows you to use such a heater for thermal insulation of carrier or loadable structures. For example, special plates are great for thermal insulation overlaps under the screed and to create "warm floors".
• Wide Temperature Range of Operationit suggests that the material will function perfectly both at extremely low temperatures (without restrictions from theoretically possible) and at elevated up to 80 degrees, and for a short time - and up to 95 degrees.
• Easy mounting workallows you to spend them even inexperienced master. Plates are easily placed and cut through a conventional hacksaw, acute stationery or construction knife With replaceable blades.
• Low toxicity.Due to the exclusion from the initial component composition of a number of potentially hazardous components, the Polystyrene "Knauf" under normal operating conditions does not allocate environment harmful substances.
• Affordable price.The plates of extruded polystyrene foaming traditionally belong to the category of the most affordable thermal insulation materials from among all insulation presented in the construction market.

For all numerous and very weighty "pluses" of this material, it has no less significant "minuses." However, the technologies of the company "Knauf", as far as possible, applying innovative technologies, reduced the negative points that are inherent in foam plants of other manufacturers.

So, the disadvantages of polystyrene foam plates include their qualities:

• Low Open Fire Resistance. This material refers to the gramifications of G3. This is true, not the highest degree of ignition, that is, the material is capable of a certain time to "resist" an open flame, but nevertheless ...

Thanks modern materials and their processing technologies, developers "KNAUF THERM" managed to make insulation of this line by self-tapping (according to the manufacturer, in the absence of contact with fire, the insulation instantly sweeps independently) However, despite such innovations, at temperatures of about 300 ÷ 450 degrees, depending on Its density, the material when melting is capable of becoming a dismissal of fire. At the same time, polystyrene foam, unfortunately, there is also extremely dangerous gaseous products with extremely dangerous gaseous products that can bring irrelevant human health damage.

• Not high level Soundproofing. This quality foam is significantly inferior to insulation made on a fiber structure. True, it is available to muffle a soft knock and vibration, but the layer of polystyrene plates is not able to keep the acoustic waves - it does not reflect and does not absorb them, and in some cases it even becomes a resonator, turning into a kind of "drum".
• Low resistance to many aggressive chemical solutions. If it is hit by solvents, alkali or acids, the structure of the material is very quickly destroyed, the insulation is deformed, loses its thermal insulation qualities.
• Low resistance to ultraviolet. The polystyrene foam mounted on the external surface of the structure, it is necessary to close the layer of finishing material as quickly as possible, since the sun's rays destroys its structure.
• Low vapor permeability.The foam is not a "breathable" material, and the lack of free movement of water vapor can lead to the occurrence of condensate between the insulation layer and the wall of the structure - when they are incompatibilities, according to this parameter, as well as when incorrect installation. In any case, it imposes certain restrictions on the use of KNAUF THERM as thermal insulation in certain sections of construction or requires a specific approach to the design of the insulation "cake".
• Exposure to damage to rodents. The polystyrene foam does not represent any nutritional value for mice or rats, but is not toxic for their organisms. The structure of the slabs allows these animals to easily damage the thermalization, and in products having a greater thickness, the mice tear holes and even sometimes equip their "Logov". Therefore, by choosing this material for the external insulation of the lower part of the foundation and the base, it must be securely protected with a solid decorative and finishing layer, which will not be rodents.

Types of polystyrene thermal insulation ruler "Knauf Therm"

The KNAUF THERM line is divided into several groups of insulation, which are designed for thermal insulation of different design elements of the house.

• "KNAUF THERM ROOF" ("Roof") - These are materials used for thermal insulation of roofing, inter-storey and attic floors. In turn, this polystyrene group is divided as follows the scope of application:

- "roof" is used for the insulation of flat roofs;

- "Roof NL" for scanty structures;

- "ROOF LIGHT" for insulation ceiling overlaps From the inside of the structure.

Such plates are manufactured with a width of 200 to 1200 mm, length from 600 to 3000 mm, thickness from 20 and up to 1000 mm (at the request of the customer) with a pitch of 10 mm. The material has a strength to compress 100 kPa, the thermal conductivity coefficient of 0.039 W / m × ° K, a density of 17.0 kg / m³.

• "Knauf Therm Wall" ("Wall") - As it is clear from the name, this insulation is usually used for the heat insulation of the walls. frame structures, in the systems of ventilated facades. Plates are made of 1000 mm wide, a length of 1000 ÷ 1200 mm, a thickness of 50 to 200 mm. The material has a compressive strength of 40 kPa, thermal conductivity coefficient 0.044 W / m × ° K.
• "Knauf Therm Facade" - Plates intended for external thermal insulation of walls, for mounting into ventilated facades, as well as using the "wet facade" technology, that is, for further plastering, followed by decorative stucco finishes, staining facade paints or facing tiles. Facade plates are produced with a width of 1000 mm, a length of 1000 ÷ 1200 mm, a thickness of 20.50, 100 and 150 mm. Compression strength - 100 kPa, thermal conductivity coefficient 0.038 W / m × ° K, density 17.0 kg / m³.
• "Knauf Therm Floor" ("Floor") - Used for insulation of floors and floors and is designed for increased compression load. The material does not give a shrinkage, so it can be applied both in residential premises, where it will experience a small load and in garages, where the pressure on it will increase at times. This insulation has one of the highest compression strength indicators, which is 120 kPa. Thanks to this property, after its laying, you can immediately equip the reinforced concrete tie. The resulting design, with a qualitatively made concrete and compliance with the technology of its fill, will serve several decades without repair. Products are made of 1000 mm wide, up to 3000 mm long and a thickness of 20 to 600 mm (with a 10 mm pitch) and have a thermal conductivity coefficient of 0.038 W / m × ° K, a density of 20.0 kg / m³.

If the insulation is stacked in a room with a small intensity of motion or other dynamic load, the plates can be used in this capacity "KNAUF THERM CONCRETE"which is designed for a load of 1.0 kgf / cm². In this case, it will be possible to save, since the price of this material is slightly below the previous option.

• "Knauf Therm Warm Paul" -the surface of this material has a specific relief, which is intended for convenient installation between its bosomes of the contours of the warm water floors.

This heat insulator has its own technical performance, which include the following indicators:

- strength time - 140 kPa;

- vapor permeability - 0.032 mg / (m × h × pa);

- thermal conductivity coefficient - 0.038 W / (M × ° K);

- Density - 140 (kg / m³).

Plates are manufactured in a linear size of 1200 × 600 × 47 mm, in the package ( cardboard box) There are 10 products that are calculated on the coating of 7.20 m², the volume of material is 0.338 m³.

• KNAUF THERM Compack It is a universal insulation for internal insulation, so it can be used for all surfaces of residential premises, since the parameter of compression strength of 0.6 kgf / cm² for this is quite enough. However, this material is suitable for insulation of facades and basements, as well as other structural elements that do not imply large loads.

KNAUF THERM Compack have the following characteristics:

- strength time - 0.07 MPa;

- vapor permeability - 0.032 mg / (m × h × pa);

- thermal conductivity coefficient - 0.032 W / (M × ° K);

Plates are produced in linear dimensions of 1000 × 600 × 50 mm.

• "KNAUF THERM Perimeter 5 in 1"- This is an innovative material that has increased strength and intended for insulation of floors, foundations and walls. Plates are produced with a width of 600 mm, a length of 1000 mm and a thickness of 50 mm. The material has a compressive strength of 170 kPa, a thermal conductivity coefficient of 0.038 W / m × ° K, a density of 23.0 kg / m³.

This type of thermal insulation has the highest technical and operational characteristics of all polystyrene foam plates of this manufacturer. The material is made according to special technologies developed by the company's specialists, so they are not available to other manufacturers. Thanks to these developments, the slabs are able to withstand the loads of 1.5 kgf / cm², so they are suitable for the insulation of any areas of the structure, including gender in the garage, as well as premises with a large intensity of dynamic loads.

In the process of producing such slabs, cutting blanks does not apply, that is, the products are immediately pressed into the desired configuration. This means that there are practically no damaged granules in polystyrene foam. Moreover. Panels are equipped with a stepped edge providing seamless styling Thermal insulation, and on the slabs themselves there are marking lines, which also becomes an excellent help in work.

Insulation "Knauf Therm Perimeter 5 in 1" usually has additional letter notationwhich clarifies the recommended application area:

— D. - This product option is great for carrying structures, such as the rafter system, capital walls and foundations, beaten by 6000 mm in the ground.

— C. - Plates used under seamless exterior designs under decorative plaster. The surface of the product has good adhesion with construction mixtures made on different bases, so the finishing on them will be quite simple.

— F. - material for insulation of walls, floor, foundations and basement.

Fibrous insulation of the company "Knauf"

Advantages and disadvantages of mineral wool insulation "Knauf"

Choosing thermal insulation material for different applications, almost all developers are purposefully looking for an option that will combine the maximum number of positive qualities. The insulation ideally should be vapor permeable, that is, "breathable", made of environmentally friendly components, that is, not to allocate evaporation harmful to humans, and most importantly - have minimal thermal conductivity indicators. All these qualities have fibrous insulating materials of the company "Knauf", the range of which is quite wide and designed for use in various operating conditions of construction structures.

If we consider each of the advantages individually, they will be characterized as follows:

• Low thermal conductivity coefficient insulating materials « Knauf. » it reliably retains in residential premises produced heat, which allows to achieve comfortable temperatures at any time of the year, with a very significant economy saving.
• High levels of vapor permeability mineral wool materials Promotes the creation of a favorable microclimate in the house with a normal level of humidity, which reduces the risk of the appearance and development of colonies fungus or mold on the walls and on their joints with the ceiling.
• Non-calamity Mineral insulation. Similar thermal insulation materials « Knauf. » refer to the class NG (non-combustible), which allows them to be used for thermal insulation in any types of buildings.
• High level of sound absorption Makes this material an excellent solution for soundproofing at home from external noise.
• Relatively small weight Matte and rolls of the insulation allows them to carry out their transportation and installation of themselves without resorting to assistance. In addition, the insulation does not overload the carrying structure of the house.
• Biological and chemical resistance. The constituents of which insulation are produced, do not enter into chemical reactions with other materials, they do not rot, do not smell, and also prevent the development of pathogenic microflora.
• Long service life- It is usually estimated at 50s or more.
• "Manufacturability" of materialThat is, convenience in its laying. When it is mounted between wooden racks or lags, the mats fit tightly to them, not leaving the gaps. Insulation are distinguished by resistance to vibration, no shrinkage, do not resolve and retain their form for the entire period of operation.
• In the production of insulation, it does not use harmful formaldehyde components, dyes or bleach, so mineral wools "Knauf" are complete safe In this regard for residents at home.

With such quantities, mineral insulation « Knauf. » nevertheless have some shortcomings, which also need to know, selecting the materials necessary for construction:

• One of the "minuses" for many is a decisive - this is a high price, therefore not every owner under construction or reconstructed house can afford such thermal insulation.
• Low moisture resistance. But, however, to maintain the insulation of its operational characteristics as long as possible, in the factory conditions they will sign a specialty processing on the company developed by « Knauf. » Technologies "Aquastatik", which at times increases the resistance of the mineral watment to moisture.
• In the production of some materials for thermal insulation, fiberglass is used, which somewhat complicates the installation of the insulation, since when working with it has to be protected open areas Body, as well as the organs of the respiratory system and eyes. So that the smallest particles of the insulation fibers did not fall into the airspace of residential premises, the thermal insulation layer must be closed with another material that does not pass dust.

Mineral Wat "Knauf" - Characteristics

Heaters made from fibers obtained from natural raw materials (such as sand, basalt and natural resins), processed by modern technology "Knauf Ecose", go on sale in rolls and mats. The material does not contain harmful substances, it does not become rodents and insects, and in addition, it is quite racks to external influences even if the installation errors made.

This type of product is divided into two main lines:

• The first line of products is "Heat Knauf". Such materials can be used without fears are used by owners of houses and apartments for thermal insulation of balconies, walls and floors from the inside of the structure, as well as for facade surfaces. However, if this thermal insulator is planned to be used for outdoor insulation, it must be additionally protected from moisture, closing the waterproofing membrane.

This line of thermal insulators is made from both fiberglass, obtained from the melt of sand and glass waste and from basalt fibers.

• The second line is called "Knauf Insulation" and is intended mainly for use by professional builders. This group of insulation is produced only from basalt fibers, which are obtained by melting natural rocks.

To figure out what the differences between these rules are different, and what characteristics are the specific types of insulation, it is worth considering each of them in more detail.

Heaters from the mineral wool family "Heat Knauf"

"Heat Knauf" is a mineral wool produced by innovative technologyhaving the so-called 3D elasticity. Thanks to this quality, the material has increased elasticity, that is, it is easy to compress and spreads, returning its original shape and thereby ensuring the most dense adjacent to the warmed surfaces and to the elements of the frame crate, preventing the occurrence of cold bridges.

The materials of this line are perfectly adapted for use in residential construction, they are safe for residents at home, as made without the use of acrylic and phenol formaldehyde resins. Any of mineral wats of this series passes the process of treatment with water-repellent impregnation "AquaStatik", therefore it is characterized by good moisture resistance, almost on the border with hydrophobicity.

In turn, "Heat Knauf" is divided into three groups with their own characteristics and purpose, which, in principle, is reflected in their name:

• "Heat Knauf House" - This material is designed to carry out a comprehensive insulation of private houses used for year-round accommodation. It is produced in two variants differing in thickness - 100 and 50 mm. The insulation of 100 mm thick is called "Heat Knauf House +" and has several characteristics. The main parameters are presented in the table below:

• "Heat Knauf Cottage" - This insulating material is made using the technology called "three in one", as it is able to effectively protect the structure from noise, cold and moisture. Thanks to these qualities, "Heat Knauf Cottage" is great for thermal insulation of walls, sound insulation inland partitions, as well as heat and sound insulation of the roof and attic floors. The material is made in plates and rolls that have a thickness of 50 mm. In addition to them, you can find "Heat Knauf Cottage +", which is made only in the stoves and has a thickness of 100 mm.

These materials have the following specifications:

• « Warmknauf cottage " - This version of the insulation is made for country housesSeasonally used for household buildings, summer kitchens and sheds, so they have higher thermal conductivity and less resistance to loads. The material is made only in rolls and has the following characteristics:

• "HeatKnauf for roof" - This is a rolled insulation, as already understandable from the name, intended for insulation roofing structuresTherefore, it possesses all the necessary qualities and is produced by a thickness of 50 and 150 mm.

The material has a strengthened defense with water-repellent impregnation, and the following technical operational characteristics are attached:

• "Heat Knauf for overlap" - This material also has a narrow-directional purpose, produced in rolls and has a thickness of 50 mm. It is perfectly combined with heaters "Heat Knauf Cottage" and "Heat Knauf for a roof" when solving comprehensively insulate the structure.

Also, the manufacturer has developed and produces more compact option This insulation, which has the name "Heat Knauf for overlapping mini", which differs from basic products by some parameters:

Insulation rulers "Knauf Insulation"

This group of insulation is characterized by elevated characteristics, and are designed for a longer service life. This material is performed only from basalt fibers, the release form is in the form of rolls or plates. In addition, some species also have a foil coating.

The general characteristics of basalt thermal insulators "Knauf Insulation" look like this:

• The thermal conductivity coefficient varies in the range from 0.032 to 0.041 W / m × ˚С.
• Compressive strength - 8 ÷ 60 kPa.
• Parry permeability - 0.51 ÷ 0.55 mg / (m × h × pa).
• Water absorption during the first day of the total material does not exceed 2% and this value is the limit.
• Class of flammability NG (absolutely non-flammable material).

The insulation comes on sale in packages in a compressed state, and when it is unpacking it, it grips, taking the initial volume. The elasticity of the material greatly simplifies its installation into the frame of the warmed structure of the structure.

The line of thermal insulator "Knauf Insulation" as well as all other materials of this manufacturer is divided by the scope. In the illustration below, the recommended types of insulation of this family have been demonstrated when thermally insulating works in a conventional country house.

If someone is incomprehensible to the icons specified in the diagram, then the table below is given to their decoding:

Scope roof	Inter-storey overlap	Attic overlap
Floors by lagas	Outer walls	Internal partitions

• Insulation "Knauf Facade"divided into two types is " Thermo plate 032 "and« Thermo Plate 034 ". Such material is used when creating insulated ventilated facades and sandwich panels, as the middle and external layer for brick walls, and also fix on the surface of wall structures under the skin siding.

In addition, products are used in the insulation of agro-industrial complexes, when building health, industrial and public buildings. Facade insulating mats are soft to the touch, elastic, but not deform and practically do not crumble. With the proper compliance with the insulation technology, it is distinguished by very impressive durability, measured by many decades.

Products have good water resistance, as they passed special processing using AquaStatik technology.

• "Knauf thermo stove 037"- This material is great for the insulation of the attic floors and rafting systems. scanty roofs. In addition, it is used for floor insulation, laying between lags, as well as for sound insulation of outer walls and domestic partitions.

The table of its technical and linear characteristics:

• « Knauf thermo roll 040 " - This is a rolled insulation used for the heat and sound insulation of horizontal surfaces, such as inter-storey and attic floors, as well as for floors, but only by lags, that is, without load on the thermal insulation itself.

Sometimes it is possible to use it and for insulation of pitched roofs, as well as for inner partitions, which are not supporting, and therefore do not experience heavy loads.

Technical performance features are shown in the table:

There is an insulation "Knauf thermo roll 040" another wonderful quality. When it is produced, ready-made thermal insulation mats are closed: in the usual single packaging - twice, and in a special multipacker - even eight times! This gives huge advantages in organizing storage, loading and unloading, material transportation. After opening the packaging, insulation mats quickly take the amount given to them. Plus, this "desire" to expansion ensures the maximum dense adjacent of thermal insulation to the elements of the roof or overlap elements.

Video: An indicative picture - opening of factory packages insulation of the Knauf Insulation family

• "Knauf Acoustic Partition"it is produced in rolls and plates that have increased elasticity. These products are manufactured on a special technology that allows you to seek increased indicators Noise isolation of premises corresponding to the standards prescribed in SNiP 23-03-2003 "Noise Protection".

This material is most often used for sound insulation in frame systems partitions in which for the trim are used plasterboard sheets "Knauf".

• "Knauf. Scope roofing» also produced in the form of plates and rolls, so you can choose a convenient option. This material is used for thermal insulation not only pitched roofs, but also for attic floors. Products are made in four species having different sizes and characteristics. These include such insulation as "Knauf thermo roll 034" and "KNAUF thermo roll 034 A", "Knauf thermo roll 037" and "Knauf thermo roll 037 a"

Table of linear characteristics of this group of insulation:

Video: Perform the thermal insulation of the roofing rods insulation "Knauf Insulation"

In addition to the above described, KNAUF manufactures basalt-based thermal insulators having a foil or fiberglass reinforcing coating. They also belong to the "Insulation" group:

• "Knauf NTV" - These are hydrophobized products produced in the form of plates, have foil or fiberglass coating. This material option is most often used for the insulation of industrial equipment, as well as for installation in ventilated facades. Plates are made in a non-standard size for basalt insulating products, and this must be considered when planning markup and installation of the crate.

• "Knauf Lmf Alur" -this mineral insulation with a foil layer is produced in mats, which are divided into blocks by transverse slots.

Thanks to such a structure, the thermal insulator is convenient to use non-standard semicircular or round building structures, warm floors, pipelines and other elements of the building. The material serves as not only thermal insulation for structures, but also protection against noise propagation, is a good fire-fighting isolation. Maximum temperature The operation of this material is + 600 degrees, however, it is necessary to clarify that the temperature should not exceed + 100 degrees on the surface of the aluminum layer.

• "KNAUF FKD"- These are basalt plates with an external reinforcing layer of fiberglass mesh. They are designed for insulation, sound insulation and fire protection of facades under plaster facing.

Products are sold in a polyethylene packaging in which it may be miscellaneous number The material in the area is depends on its thickness, which, in turn, is presented in a large variety - from 20 to 160 mm.

• "Knauf WM 640/660 GG"This is an industrial insulation, reinforced with a galvanized grid, produced in the form of rolls.

The insulation has hydrophobic treatment on all its thickness, is intended for thermal insulation, protection against external noise and for fire-fighting isolation of various technical structures, chimneys, boiler equipment and tanks. The maximum temperature of the material reaches + 640 ÷ 660 degrees.

• "Knauf Pvt" -insulation plates produced specifically for the arrangement of a floating screed, but also can also be applied to the installation under the concrete layer of floors Paul soil. In addition, they are used for vertical structuresoperated at high loads, such as carrying walls or a rafter system.

The binding means for fibers of the material serves as a synthetic basis. The insulation is hydrophobized throughout the thickness, has an increased density, therefore it is capable of performing its functions in the listed operating conditions.

• "Knauf DDP"- This insulation is used as the lower layer in thermal insulation systems consisting of two layers used, for example, for flat roofs. In addition, such products are also suitable for heat and sound insulation of floors and floors between floors, floors of basement, as well as electrical heating surfaces.

What layer of insulation is necessary for a particular case of thermal insulation work?

Availability of such large number The types of thermal insulation "Knauf" may make it difficult to choose the necessary for a particular site (element of the building of the building), which requires insulation - but here you can focus on the recommendations received in the article. But the amount of material will already depend on the area of \u200b\u200bthe insulated design and the necessary thickness of thermal insulation.

To obtain a response to such questions, it is recommended to refer to specialists who will determine all the necessary thermal insulation parameters on the spot. But very often such calculations can be, with a sufficient degree of accuracy, spend and independently.

How to find an area of \u200b\u200binsulated design in this article we will not tell me - for this there is a separate publication.

Calculate area? - no problem!

It happens that the intricate configuration of the room, the walls, the rope of the roof or other construction construction puts in a dead end when determining the area. If such a situation happened - refer to the publication of our portal, specially dedicated - various options are considered there, convenient online calculators are presented.

So, the main snag is how to decide on the necessary insulation thickness. And here it will take a certain heat engineering calculation. We will not give formulas - they are all included in the program implemented in an online calculator, which will simplify such calculations as much as possible.

The meaning of the calculation lies in the fact that a properly insulated building structure should have the total heat transfer resistance at no lower than it is set to a specific region (in accordance with its climatic features). This value includes thermal resistance of the design itself plus the insulation resistance. Thus, if the design parameters are known (its structure, the thickness of the layers and the material of their manufacturing), it is easy to calculate which insulation thickness is necessary to fill the "deficit" of thermal resistance, missing to normalized value.

Also add your 5 kopecks about this material.

Heavy roofing, about 50kv.m. They came to the fact that the rafters were exhibited on ... to hell knows what distance from each other. Moreover, it seems that this moment, last year with the brigadier, was naturally discussed, but it turned out that we left, and on returning the distance between the rafter from 65 to 75 cm was discovered.
As a result, we decided that we would cut the insulation, and cut the plates, since we don't have small carnations into the rafters and pull the caparison.

It turned out as follows - the first cutting layer of 150mm (out of 50mm and 100mm plates with overlapping), the second layer across another 100mm crucible was turned on and another 100mm insulation was put into it, but then the crate was stuck themselves, and naturally did not have to cut. The work of course went much faster, in the right size of the interconnection distance (we did 59cm) it is attached great, it does not fall, although it saves (protruding), on this, and here we were slightly worked out with a rope (the hand was already packed). Out of the stapler fastened the Izospan PD. He is somewhat more expensive than a simple membrane, but essentially the question is only 1.5-2 thousand rubles for my volume, on this they decided it. All the staples from the stapler and the seams sang with a special scotchpiece FL.

Well, on top of another 40mm bars, and there are already plasterboard.

Now according to the material - those who write "not dust" - lies. Those who writes - "not ours" - lies! He and dust and prick. Of course, I did not come across the other, the experience is only on the Teploknaufu's cottage, even where it was not necessary to cut the dust from him, it was clearly seen in the rays of the sun, worked in respirators! Clothing from him began to be trampled after we dragged the bags from the truck to the house. Miracles do not expect, it can simply be other materials much more dusty and more prickly, but then it is generally tin, since it was not sweet with this. After work, I wanted running to run under the shower. Naturally, after closed the ceiling of the Izipan and Glk, yes, after the walls were predicted and plastered - everything became OK. About the elasticity and restoration of the volume after opening the package. Well, before the declared 100mm, not every sheet fell. So somewhere there are from 90 to 100, although even closer to 100mm, judging by the reviews as well as other manufacturers. Installed easily. 750mm trimming 100mm thickness was inserted and did not fall, but 50mm thick was trying to fall all the time. Our Caponka was rather a suspension, in fact it would be possible to do without it, just if you start to move the insulation, then he tries to fall out on a 30 degree roof.

But now it is necessary to warm the attic (monolithic overlap), and I was seriously thinking - but is it worth doing this glass gamble? Price yes. Interesting. Rockvul Light Bats at 80kv.m. In Irkutsk will be released at 43200, this glass gamble is 27,000. With stone Vata. Generally did not come across. They write that there is also a dust, which also settles that it is also necessary to close the films, etc. ... In general, nothing is clear ... maybe clay yes sawdust ...

Heaters made of mineral wool are akin to this, probably the most ancient material of this type, which was launched into constant and mass production. In the insulation of this type of base, compile withdrawn fibers that have excellent thermal conductivity and are very convenient to operate.

With the help of these materials, you can finish the walls, supporting structures, ceilings, roofs, etc. Mineral wool insulation is produced by very different companies: Rockvul, Tehtonikol, Knauf, Erozer, etc. Almost each in the range of products offered is a certain number of mineral wool models.

However, it is the company Knauf on insulation from watts specializing in full. About the products of this manufacturer now and will be discussed.

1 Features, Purpose and Properties

It is unlikely that you will be able to meet at least one person who would not hear about such a company as Knauff. This German manufacturer over the past few dozen years has grown to a gigantic concern with a bunch of enterprises around the world.

Competition in the local market can be made by the goods from Rockvul, the carrier or tehnonikol. The company produces construction materials for finishing at home. Moreover, this applies to both the finishing of walls and heat insulation devices, waterproofing, etc.

Even concrete mixes, and those you can buy production firms Knauff. If desired, the whole house can be collected using Knauff's goods in almost every production process.

Separately, we note the insulation of the Knauff, which is discussed in this article. For insulation, Knauff is characterized by the use of exclusively mineral wool materials.

This is a kind of chip company. The manufacturer was able to run and realize several lineacks of such products in the market all the time in the market, using their own, unique technologies.

As a result, they managed to create a practical ideal insulation for walls, carrying structures, roofs, gender, etc. Any private house or cottage can be separated by thermal insulating materials from the foundation and to the roof itself, using the goods from Knauff.

The mineral wool was chosen because of its excellent characteristics. Produce this material for quite interesting technology. In the production of wool, it is necessary to overpay mineral rocks, then subjected to processing and allocate special fibers from them. The body of mineral wool is created from these fibers.

The use of mineral rocks makes such a material with almost non-combustible, contributes to its resistance to external influences and avoids contacts with rodents.

In most cases, rodents still can settle inside insulation, but the company KNAUF and here applied special production technology, which reduced such cases to a minimum.

We will understand the main advantages and minuses of the insulation of Knauf from Minvati.

The main advantages:

• Durability;
• Practicality;
• Low thermal conductivity (at level 0.035 W / m);
• Simplicity in montage;
• A light weight;
• Does not burn in fire;
• Easily processed as;
• Parp permeability
• Ecological clean and fully safe material.

Main cons:

• Fairly high price;
• Some vulnerability to water contact.

It should be noted that the CNAUF insulation is not so strongly susceptible to the reaction to moisture or water as other materials from other manufacturers. That is why it is often used for insulation not only inland walls, but also walls of facades, as well as foundations.

However, such things are better not to abuse. If you see the feedback feeders, you can understand that even wool and poorly absorbs moisture, but for a couple of months of operation in sophisticated conditions She will still swell, and this is already promoting big troubles in the future.

As for the price, the insulation for walls or carrier structures from Minvati, of course it will cost you more. But feedback on this product, and its technical characteristics signals the exceptional quality of the material. And for quality you have to pay.

2 Basic varieties of insulation

The company KNAUF produces insulation in different configurations (there is even analogs). All of them have their own technical characteristics, sizes, etc. To ideally figure out all the features of insulation, it is necessary to assess their characteristics, reviews, take into account the scope of application and cost.

But to begin with, it is better to consider it in advance what kind of work you need to perform. After all, it is quite obvious that the insulation of the walls will differ from the similar material for the roof.

Plus it is important to note that the company KNAUF is manufacturing at least 8 models of insulation, and they are still divided into two larger subspecies.

There are insulation rules:

• Insulation (insuliche);
• Teploknauf.

Models from the Insuleshn line are applied in professional construction. Their technical characteristics are significantly improved by improving production technologies and the use of more expensive raw materials.

But the line of the thermal channel performs some other tasks. The insulation of this subspecies is needed when it is necessary to perform the arrangement of thermal insulation under a private house or cottage. For industrial purposes, it can also be used, but the effect in the work will not be so impressive.

According to similar technology, the separation of goods lead and the company Rockwill, TechnoNikol. Izospan with it, etc. But it was Knauf that produces exclusively mineral wool insulation, and even in such a large mass of varieties.

Rockvul products do not have such a large range of goods provided (the same applies to the company an avoever), and the guys from TechnoNinc specialize more on foam insulation.

2.1 Line of Teploknauf

On the line of the Teploknauf we will stop more details, because these goods are used in the absolute majority of cases. It is understandable, because the share of civil construction in our time is much more than the construction of industrial construction.

There are several most popular varieties of insulation Knauf:

• Teploknauf cottage;
• Teploknauf house;
• Teploknauf cottage.

Each of them has its own unique specifications, is performed in a separate packaging and is intended to perform specific tasks.

So, the heat-roll cottage is used, as it is already clear from the name, for the trim of cottages. Although it can be used almost everywhere. The goods are sold in rolls.

This is his feature. Model cottage in the stoves cannot be purchased. It is used for the insulation of partitions, various kinds of overlaps, walls, and in extreme cases, even floors.

The Teploknauf House or House + is used when it is necessary to insulate the walls of the walls or roofs. The peculiarity of the Teploknauf house is that it is produced in the form of plates, and the plates are very elastic.

Their compression ratio can reach up to 50% like. This means that in the package, the thermal house is placed more material, as it is simply easier to press.

It is especially convenient to use the Teploknauf house with the arrangement of the heat insulation of the roof. These plates are quite simple to accommodate between the rafters, and they, due to their elasticity, will quickly take all the space and fill the openings with their volume.

Teploknauf cottage is also sold in rolls. This is the cheapest insulation, which is essentially used for the usual insulation of attic, gender in the country, etc. The technical characteristics of it also appropriate. But it is worth noting that the reviews about the insulation Teploknauf Dacha for most positive.

Just need to understand that such models are presented more simple technology Production (rolled insulation is always easier to produce), since they are meant to provide elementary work on the installation of thermal insulation.

Otherwise, the technical characteristics of the materials from the model range of the Teploknauf do not differ from each other. All of them have thermal conductivity at the level of 0.035-0.037 W / m. Pretty elastic, non-combustible and weakly react to moisture.

2.2 Line of Insulation

If the insulation is a thermofuel house or cottage is used to protect the walls of private houses, then the goods from the Insulation line are used when it is necessary to process large building volumes.

It is not necessary for plants or factories, they also apply when building large civil buildings: hotels, shopping centers, etc. That is, wherever there are large amounts of work and substantial scope.

The following insulation of the Insulichn line is isolated:

• Thermo plate;
• Thermo roll;
• Acoustic partition;
• Scope roof.

Thermo plate is intended for wall processing. Thermo Roll is a rolled material from dense mineral wool mats, which then twist and pack. The difference between the two above-mentioned options is minimal.

In some situations it is easier to work with the plates, in others it is better to deal with rolls with rolls. As for the technical characteristics, in addition to dimensions, they are almost the same.

Acoustic partitions are manufactured both in the form of plates and in the form of rolls. This type of minvati is distinguished by extremely high elasticity and the ability to extinguish serious noises.

Knauf scope roof is characterized by better waterproofing in its class. Roughly speaking, it does not absorb water at all, as it is a water-repellent material. For mineral wool, such an indicator is a big plus.

To insulate inclined roofs, attic floors or the inner surface of the walls excellent option It will be using the insulation "Knauf". This material is characterized by high quality and long-term operational properties. On features, characteristics and scope of use of the insulation "Knauf", consider further.

General information about insulation materials

The use of insulation becomes more common both in the construction of private houses and high-rise buildings. The main feature Insulation actors a very low level of heat conductivity. If you compare the thermal conductivity indicator of the standard insulation and brick, then it is eighteen times lower. Therefore, the installation of the insulation significantly saves funds on the heating of the house in winter time of the year.

Consider the main types of insulation materials used in construction:

1. The insulation of the fastener is the material based on polystyrene foam, which has passed special processing. This material is characterized by a low level of thermal conductivity and the ability to withstand huge loads of more than 40 tons per meter square. Has a wide scope of application, used for insulation road coat, walls, ceilings, foundations, attics, roofs, etc.

2. Insulation based on basalt fiber or basalt wool - It is most popular Materialwhich is used in the construction of low-rise type. Different with non-hatching, low thermal conductivity, vapor permeability. It is used in the process of insulation of walls, gender, attics, inter-storey sites and foundations.

3. The insulation based on fiberglass is applied a little less often, apply almost with any insulation. It has a good water repellent effect, it does not form mold or fungus over time.

4. The traditional and lowest budget insulation is a foam - the main disadvantage of which is its easy ignition.

Features and advantages of using the insulation "Knauf"

The manufacturer of the insulation "Knauf" is engaged in a German company that has the name of the same name. All products "Knauf" are famous for high quality and has exceptionally positive feedback. This also applies to the insulation, only natural ingredients are used in its production, which are not allergies and are absolutely harmless to health.

We offer to familiarize yourself with the main advantages of the insulation "Knauf", which once again indicate their quality:

1. Warming house products of the brand "Knauf", it turns out to be saved on heating.

2. Low thermal conductivity coefficient allows you to keep warm and releasing it into the street.

3. A high level of noise reduction provides the heat-insulated surface not only with heat, but is also an excellent soundproofer.

4. Fireproof and resistance before ignition is another advantage of "Knauf" insulation. This material is absolutely non-flammable.

5. A high level of biological resistance protects the insulation from eating with rats or mice. Therefore, the material is able to be used for a long time.

6. No unpleasant smell, soft texture - provide comfort when working with this insulation.

7. The possibility of compression or purchase of the insulation of the roll Knaf is another advantage that facilitates its transportation.

8. The practical absence of shrinkage and ease do not load the walls and retain heat for a long time.

9. The manufacturer's guarantee is more than forty years, so installing such a insulation for almost half a century does not need to worry about its replacement.

10. In the manufacture of insulation "Knauf" neither dyes nor bleaching are used, so quality remains at the proper level.

11. Comfortable packaging reduces material resources to transport the insulation.

12. Materials "Knauf" easily cut and do not rsch, unlike analogs, so work with them is light and comfortable.

Scope of use of insulation "Knauf"

1. Products "Knauf" are used in the process of insulation of walls. It happens both internal and external. It is better to produce outdoor insulation, since when performing such actions, the waterproof point moves into the outer side of the wall, so heat in the building is preserved more.

3. The thermal insulation of the roof is both ventilated and non-ventilated. The first method prevents condensate and allows the roof to breathe.

4. Materials for the thermal insulation of the company "KNAUF", are used to install on different types Roofs, both scanty and smooth.

5. To prevent the freezing of non-residential premises: warehouses or industrial buildings also use the "Knauf" insulation.

6. For insulation of basements, balconies, loggias - plates with high strengths are used, which practically do not have shrinkage.

7. To avoid grounding of the soil in the winter season, the "Knauf" insulation is used, which are insulated by the foundation and base areas of the building.

Insulation "Knauf" characteristics and review

Consider the "Knauf" insulation are made of glass gamblers. They are divided into:

• Knauf Insulation;
• Knauf or "Teplocknauf.

The first version of the insulation is characterized by high elastic properties, used in the insulation of the outer surfaces of the walls: in residential, public and industrial premises.

Several kinds of insulation "Knauf", which are used for insulation:

• facades;
• roofing;
• partitions.

The insulation for the facade is installed on the outer walls, produced in the form of plates. One package contains from eight to sixteen pieces.

The second option is used in the process of insulation of the roof. Released in two forms: tiled or matte. Packing package required amount Material from one thing up to twenty four.

In the process of building residential, public or industrial buildings, such as high-rise buildings, shops, theaters and restaurants, use the third option of external insulation. Packaging contains four - twenty-four plates or four rolls, in accordance with the required form.

The use of "Teploknauf" is associated with the insulation of residential premises, such as a house or cottage. This insulation is a few species:

• "Knavel Cottage" - has excellent soundproof properties, provides a high level of thermal insulation, is universal Material, with the help of which hesitate both the roof and walls, the presence of hydropropite increases the water repellent effect, the thickness of the plate is 50 mm;
• "Knauf Cottage Plus" - it is characterized by the same characteristics as the previous material, but the layer thickness is 100 mm, therefore it is more reliable and high quality;
• "Knauf Dacha" - a cheaper view of the insulation, which is installed in the rooms in which people live periodically, for example, in the country, since strong frost, this materialis not able to fully fulfill its functions;
• "Knauf House" - increases the thermal insulation properties of both walls and roofs in private houses, apartments and other residential premises, plates have a thickness of 50 mm;
• "Knauf House Plus" - has such features and functions like "Knauf House", only has a higher level of thermal insulation and thickness, which is 100 mm.

In addition to heaters from glass gamblers, the company "KNAUF" is engaged in the production of polystyrene insulation. They are produced in the Knauf Therm series.

The polystyrene is called material, which is characterized by such characteristics:

• high sound insulation;
• a high water repellent effect, this aspect is particularly important in the process of insulation of the roof;
• this material is not subjected to rotting, the development of mold, fungus and other microorganisms;
• is an absolutely harmless and environmentally friendly material;
• includes special additives that contribute to improving the qualities of fire safety and non-hatching;
• good geometric shapes of the plates, practically exclude the risk of cracks, when they are installed;
• do not require special clothing and respirators when working with expanded polystyrene;
• much easier is placed than mineral wool;
• have a long service life, which exceeds thirty years.

The KNAUF THERM series contains materials that allow you to warm the rooms, floors, walls and facades of wooden houses.

Plates are released as standard: 120 cm for 10 cm. You can order non-standard plates. Consider the main types of thermal insulation materials Knauf Therm and their features:

1. KNAUF THERM FLOOR - heat-insulating moisture-resistant insulation, which is produced in the form of plates, has increased strength, suitable for execution heat-insulating work On all types of floors, the base, scenes and the foundation walls, the depth of which does not exceed three meters.

Features:

• does not contain and does not emit harmful substances;
• able to withstand the load of more than 14 tons per 1 m²;
• does not give a shrinkage;
• low thermal conductivity.

2. KNAUF THERM "FACAD" - used for outdoor insulation of walls of any buildings. Used to facilitate the facade system with plaster, which is placed in a thin layer. Setting the stove data is made in such steps:

• if necessary, the slabs are collected by the desired size;
• installed and fixed mounting glue and the system of dowels;
• the plaster-adhesive mass is created protective layerwhich, after drying, is covered with a decorative layer.

When installing these slabs, the presence of small slots is not allowed.

Benefits:

• environmental Safety;
• high level of strength;
• fire safety;
• no shrinkage.

3. KNAUF THERM ROOF - thermal insulation material, which is used in the process of insulation of a flat roof. It is possible to use them for flat roofs with a base of concrete or reinforced concrete material or by the insulation of flat roofs from a metal professional leaf.

Features:

• environmental friendliness;
• non-flammability;
• ease of installation;
• a light weight;
• stability before exposure to moisture.

4. Knauf Therm "Walls" - used in the behavior of thermal insulation works on different types walls.

Scope of use:

• walls with facing or plated;
• frame walls;
• hinged type facade systems with air gaps;
• partitions of frames made of metal or from wood;
• in the process of producing concrete or reinforced concrete panels.

5. KNAUF THERM ROOF NL - plates are designed for thermal insulation, they are used when operating on the roof, are distinguished by increased strength characteristics.

Allow thermal insulation on a flat or scope roof. The plates are distinguished by ease and convenience of mounting, moisture resistant, fireproof. Do not give shrinkage.

6. "KNAUF TERM D" Five in one - plates that allow insulation with an increased load.

Scope of use:

• with thermal insulation of the foundation, the depth of which does not exceed six meters;
• for thermal insulation roofs and floors with additional load;
• used in order to protect the waterproofing of bearing walls, due to the exposure to their mechanical damage;
• improve water outflow in the outer walls of the basement.

Advantages:

• lack of phenol formalhyde;
• the ability to withstand loads about twenty tons and more;
• moisture resistance;
• the step edge of the slabs does not need to close the seams;
• to simplify the process of cutting on the plates, special markup is applied;
• a special textured surface contributes to improving the quality of the adhesive and increases the adhesion of the plates with the wall.

7. "Knauf Term C" 5 in 1 - Plates are used when the facade or the outer wall of the building is insulated.

Plate installation includes:

• installation and fixation of thermal insulation by mounting foam, glue or dowels;
• the construction of the protective layer, which consists of plastering and glue;
• applying a decorative texture layer.

Benefits:

• use of use;
• moisture-repellent properties;
• does not need to close the seams;
• easily cut and installed;
• it has a high level of adhesion with the surface.

8. "Knauf Term F" 5 in 1 - plates that allow you to insulate the walls, the foundation of the building or the floor.

Scope of application:

• dirty floors;
• flat roof;
• facade parts of the building;
• garden tracks;
• balconies;
• foundation and base parts;
• basement.

A distinctive feature of this thermal insulation material is the ability to maintain loads that exceed 15 tons per square meter. The material is easily and conveniently transported.

9. KNAUF THERM CONCRETE - insulation plates that are distinguished by increased strength, allow you to warm the floors in the prescription.

Used in the "floating floors" or bulk tie. The material is not amenable to rotting or the formation of mold, is not attractive for mice and other rodents, therefore it is capable of listening to a long time. Plates withstand the load up to ten tons per square meter.

10. KNAUF THERM Compack is a thermal material that is used in country construction or repair of premises.

Scope of use:

• heat insulation of the pitched roof;
• mansard;
• walls both outside and indoors;
• insulation of attic premises and inter-stagea sections;
• ground floors and basements.

Features:

• ability to withstand the load up to six tons;
• ensuring additional protection against leakage;
• high properties of thermal insulation;
• environmental Safety.

1. To buy the insulation "Knauf", contact a specialized hardware storewhere experienced consultants will help calculate the required amount of material.

2. On the insulation "KNAUF" price depends on such factors:

• type of insulation;
• the number of required material;
• place of insulation.

3. Studying about the insulation "Knauf" reviews, we conclude that the only drawback is the high cost, compared with the insulation of other manufacturers. But, buying the insulation "Knauf" gives its owner high quality Heat insulation, which pays off within two or three years and a long service life that is fifty years.

4. Choosing the insulation "Knauf" pay attention to its technical characteristics, each series of insulation is intended for different seats insulation.

5. Be sure to purchase mounting foam or dowel, for fixing the insulation.

6. Warming surface must also take care of vapor barrier, wind insulation and waterproofing.

7. Pay attention to the thickness of the insulation, its value is less than for the floor.

8. To insulate the scope root, use the insulation of fiberglass or basalt basis.

9. The use of polystyrene foam, which has a water-repellent effect associated with the insulation of the foundation.

Mineral insulation Knauf Cottage - one of those options that will enable optimal relationship Quality and prices. Products of German origin and are available in various modifications to solve a variety of tasks. In the insulation, exceptionally natural components are included, which are not capable of causing allergies, and in relation to technical characteristics it is practically no equal.

The name of the Knauf Stone Minvati is directly connected with the nuances of production. Material is created on the basis of artificial production of fibers by the same principle, as it occurs in natural conditions after the volcanic eruption.

Stone, it is also basalt wool made of mineral basalt breeds with the addition of binding components. Ready material for thermal insulation is released in plates or rolls with different parameters.

Benefits of mineral plates

For thermal insulation of the house or giving Mineral plates Knauf choose more often than other insulation and there are good reasons for it. The material really has obvious advantages to which:

1. The minimum thermal conductivity coefficient, which allows to maintain the optimal microclimate indoor after insulation with a reduction in heat consumption costs.
2. Excellent sound absorption.
3. Fire resistance - Plates from Minvati Knauf belong to the group of non-combustible materials, which is especially important for the insulation of residential buildings, cottages and other designs.
4. A small weight is the load on the design using the Minimal minimal minimal minimal.
5. Lack of shrinkage - even after expiration of the term of use (50 years), the material retains the original shape and functionality.
6. Simple and fast installation - the technology of insulation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Knauf is understandable even newcomer.
7. Full environmental friendliness due to the absence of toxins and dyes in the composition of mineral wool.

Of the minuses, the cost of mineral plates is higher compared to competitive products, which is however, they are justified by their high technical characteristics and a long service life.

Functional of mineral insulation - characteristics

Like any basalt insulation, Knauf mineral wool plates - one of the most successful solutions For device isolation in a private house or in the country. Both in rolled form and in more familiar - plates, the insulation copes with the functions assigned to it, regardless of the external factors affecting it.

Mineral heat insulation shows the resistance to fire, mechanical damage, moisture. In other words, the material does not burn, not sink and does not deform the thermal conductivity coefficient remains unchanged in the range of 0.035-0.4 W / m.

You can work with mineral plates Knauf without additional means of protection without losing time on the pair barlasting layer. Water absorption indicators of the material are so impressive that additional protection against moisture does not need.

With respect to other technical characteristics, the plates and rolls Knauf differ depending on the type. The manufacturer offers several options for solving different tasks, ranging from the insulation of the inner walls and the ceiling in a private house and ending with the insulation of facades in the cottages. Each brand has its own density indicators, thickness, weight.

Line of insulation KNAUF: Types of insulation and appointment

One of the most popular is the insulation based on mineral wool Knauf cottage, developed by the special technology "3-B-1". The purpose of the material is to maintain heat, protect the room from the penetration of third-party noise and moisture. The plates are equally effective for thermal insulation of walls, roofs and partitions, produced in plates and rolls. The first are parameters: 123 × 61 cm, thickness - 5 cm and 10 cm.

Another option of thermal insulation for home or giving from basalt wool - Knauf House Plates. Initially, the material was developed for the insulation of private houses on the special technology "3D-elasticity". The material easily adjacent to the surface as much as possible, not allowing cold bridges to form. In order to save to insulate the house, it is better to use plates with a thickness of 10 cm.

With regard to the technical characteristics, the insulation of mineral wool heat isaten Cottage is not inferior. The material is produced only in a roll form, suitable for thermal insulation device:

• small suburban structures;
• overlaps;
• attic;
• houses for storing inventory;
• veranda;
• summer kitchens;
• shed and other buildings.

One packaging of material for giving can be inspired up to 18 square meters of the square.

Professional thermal insulation is created using the insulation again from the mineral wool Knauf Insulation with technical characteristics that make possible compatibility not only with walls and roofs, but with floor, attic overlaps. The material is suitable for insulation of internal and external surfaces in commercial and residential premises. The Knauf insulation is produced in the form of sound-absorbing plates.

Another sample of the rolled insulation from mineral wool is Knauf thermo roll 040 especially convenient in transportation. In contrast to the above insulation in the plates, the rolled insulation is suitable exclusively for horizontal surfaces - the attic and overlaps between the floors.

When the optimal sound absorption device is better to use the special development of the company - Knauf Insulation Acoustic partition that responds to SNIP in the "Protection against Noise" category, which allows to achieve an optimal level of silence in the room primarily due to the technical characteristics included in the mineral wool.

For the pitched roof, a mineral wool isolar is suitable in the form of plates and mats, developed on the basis of Aquastatik technology - Knauf scope roof. The material is also actively used to insulate the floor in attic in private homes and at dachas, choosing among several options with different parameters and technical specifications.

And the last brand is KNAUF the facade with technical characteristics designed to use the plate for the insulation of the outer walls of summer cottages and residential buildings within the city. This brand is represented in two versions: thermo plate 034a and 032a. Both types of insulation are distinguished by elasticity, poorly absorb moisture, suitable for insulation for lining and ventilated facades.