Thermal insulation of premises intended for housing is the main task in the construction and overhaul of buildings. This problem is especially acute in areas where daily temperature drops are quite noticeable.
Today in the construction markets you can easily find a lot of materials, the main task of which is the insulation of the premises. Among a wide variety of heaters, the most popular is mineral wool. Its wide distribution became possible due to the relatively low price and good performance of the declared qualities. As a heater, mineral wool is an indispensable option in its price category. It is this criterion that is crucial when choosing a material to maintain a comfortable room temperature.
Mineral wool, the characteristics of which directly depend on its components, has three main types. Their classification is carried out by type of raw material. Slag wool was recognized as the most ineffective during various tests.
Its heat-intensive and heat-conducting qualities are at the level of standard values. Mineral wool, made from
blast furnace slag, is ideal for insulating the inner sides of walls in a room. For facades, it is better to use another type of insulation, since the ability to absorb moisture in slag type cotton is very high. Also, do not use it to insulate pipes.
Mineral wool such as glass wool has slightly better properties and characteristics. The main raw material for its manufacture was cullet. It is during its heat treatment that glass fibers are formed, which provide heat conservation.
Glass wool is a wonderful insulation, but the process of its introduction into the walls is quite problematic. The fact is that at the slightest vibration of the fiberglass cloth, these very fibers begin to break. Getting into the air, they are able to create a lot of inconvenience, starting with skin itching and ending with severe irritation of the mucosa. Thinking about the insulation of the room with glass wool, you need to prepare in advance. Firstly, it is necessary to get such protective equipment as goggles and respirators. Secondly, it is best to use when installing such a set of work clothes, which will not be a pity to get rid of upon completion of work. Well and thirdly, try to ensure that at the time of construction activity, even in neighboring rooms there are no children and patients with asthma.
Well, the last type of insulation, belonging to the Mineral wool group, is stone wool.
Compared to previous competitors, it has many advantages. She has the highest rates in terms of parameters such as limiting temperature, heat capacity, sintering temperature and chemical stability in various environments. In addition, it does not cause inconvenience during installation. Also, the positive qualities of stone wool include its structure. Thanks to its porous structure, this cotton wool passes steam through itself, and does not accumulate it. This ability provides long-term safety of all qualities.
Each type of mineral wool is good in its own way, but there is one quality that is inherent in all its varieties - sound insulation. Thanks to this factor, the expression “the walls have ears” loses all meaning.