Hemp Technology Breathe™Insulation
For the Breathe data sheet please click here.
What is Breathe™ Insulation?
Breathe insulation is a technically superior, healthy and sustainable insulation product made from premium grade hemp and flax fibres. Breathe™ insulation is very easy-to-use in roofs (between joists and rafters), within the walls of timber frame houses, and internally in walls and floors where the exceptional acoustic properties of Breathe™ insulation are an important additional feature. The tough and resilient hemp and flax fibres ensure that Breathe™ insulation is extremely durable and will perform effectively for the life of the building.
Why Use Breathe™ Insulation?
Efficient
Hemp and flax fibres creates a naturally efficient thermal and acoustic insulation product for walls, floors and roofs. Breathe™ insulation is an energy saving product that helps to keep your house cosy and warm in winter and cool in summer.
Breathable
Importantly, Breathe™ insulation is able to absorb and release moisture helping to regulate internal moisture levels, which enhances human comfort and reduces the risk of condensation. This ‘breathability’ is increasingly recognised by construction professionals as being an extremely useful function for maintaining a healthy and durable building.
Healthy and Sustainable
Breathe™ insulation is an environmentally sustainable and responsible alternative to conventional insulation, offering comparable or better thermal and acoustic performance with all the environmental benefits of a natural product. Braethe™ insulation locks-up carbon, it can be disposed off easily at the end of its life, and is non-toxic, non-irritant and healthy for you and your home.
Thermal Performance
Breathe™ insulation has a thermal conductivity of 0.039 W/mºK. This performance is similar to or better than other fibre based insulation products. Additionally the heat capacity of Breathe™ insulation is more than double that of equivalent mineral fibre products – helping to enhance thermal comfort by reducing overheating in summer and by damping internal temperature fluctuations. The ability of Breathe™ insulation to resist settlement, means that the installed thickness, and consequently thermal performance is maintained.
Resistance to Fire
The fibres used for the production of Breathe™ insulation are treated with a simple non-reacting compound to achieve at least a Euroclass E fire performance rating. Consequently Breathe™ insulation complies with the fire performance requirements of the Building Regulations and is ‘fire safe’.
Durability
Hemp and flax are naturally durable cellulose fibres. Therefore Breathe™ insulation does not attract rodents and nor does it provide a food source for moths or other insects.
How and Where to use Breathe™ Insulation
Where to use Breathe™ Insulation
Breathe™ insulation is ideal for use as thermal insulation for new build as well as for renovation and for topping up the loft. It should be used in roofs, floors and walls. The semi-rigid characteristic of Breathe™ insulation makes it particularly quick and easy to install within walls of timber frame constructions.
How to use Breathe™ Insulation
Breathe™ insulation is easy to work with. No special tools are required. Simply cut with a sharp work knife or bread knife. Always cut on a flat surface and use a straight edge as a guide. Breathe™ insulation cuts easiest when compressed. Ensure that your insulation is firmly fitted between the joists or rafters with no gaps. Additional layers of insulation can be placed over the joists. Fit any cut edges together tightly and fill any odd-shaped spaces with off-cuts. Make sure that there are no gaps.
Health and Safety
The natural hemp and flax fibres are completely harmless, so Breathe™ insulation is not irritating to the skin eyes or respiratory system. Hemp insulation is totally safe and healthy to install in your home.
Sizes and Packing
| Batt dimensions | Packing | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Thickness (mm) | Batts/pack | Area/pack (m2) |
| 1200 | 575 | 150 | 4 | 2.76 |
| 1200 | 575 | 100 | 6 | 4.14 |
| 1200 | 575 | 75 | 8 | 5.12 |
| 1200 | 575 | 50 | 12 | 8.28 |
| 1200 | 375 | 150 | 4 | 1.80 |
| 1200 | 375 | 100 | 6 | 2.70 |
| 1200 | 375 | 75 | 8 | 3.60 |
| 1200 | 375 | 50 | 12 | 5.40 |
How to buy Breathe™ Insulation
For the latest information on where to buy Breathe™ insulation, please contact us.
