So, after considering a number of insulation products on the market, you’ve decided on SummitBoard for your next insulation installation – great! Choosing Summit XPS Insulation boards truly is the smart way to insulate your roof, walls and ceilings.
Purchasing and installing your SummitBoard should be a fairly straightforward task. After all, insulation is insulation, right? Well, there are actually a few factors to consider before selecting your SummitBoard.
Choosing the right boards will ensure and maintain a stable, constant and comfortable temperature indoors. Bearing these factors in mind will help you:
- Select the correct SummitBoard for your build
- Maximise its benefits for the structure
Get the best end results that will last
Guidelines to Help You Choose the Correct SummitBoard for Your Next Project
Summit XPS insulation board (or SummitBoard) is a bulk insulator which is installed to prevent the transfer of heat through conduction and convection. With all other factors being equal, temperatures will generally be more stable in better-insulated buildings. The following guidelines will help you select the best SummitBoard for your build:
Type
First you will need to select the type of SummitBoard you wish to install from the following four designs available:
- Smooth Tongue and Groove – Commercial / industrial application
- Pine Tongue and Groove – poluplar in residential, specifically between / over exposed trusses. Pine tongue and grove can also be used in retail environments
- Smooth Bevel Tongue and Groove – Residential applications, can also be used in commercial / industrial over purlin applications
- Smooth Straight – Underfloor / cavity application, on oour thickness of 80mm or 100mm, can even be used to wire cut cornices.
Thickness
You will also need to bear the thickness of your chosen SummitBoard in mind when selecting your insulation boards. The greater the thickness of the board, the more insulation it will provide. SummitBoard comes readily available in five standard thicknesses, including:
- 30mm
- 40mm
- 50mm
- 80mm
- 100mm
Other thicknesses can also be made to order according to your specific requirements.
Climate
It is also a good idea to keep the general climate in mind, depending on where your various sites are located. Different climatic regions require different insulation interventions to achieve similar levels of comfort (as well as legal compliance).
Note:
SummitBoard is a thermal insulation solution. It should not be used in isolation as a sound barrier for soundproofing purposes. Consult a noise reduction system specialist to discuss your options.
With the above guidelines in mind, you will be better equipped to select the correct SummitBoard for your next build for maximum results.
More About SummitBoard
SummitBoard is not your average insulation board. There are several reasons why it is the preferred choice of insulation among architects and other construction experts. This smart, simple technology has been specifically designed to reduce your energy use and carbon footprint. This premium quality product is easy to install, requires no maintenance and lasts the lifetime of your building.
Find out more about SummitBoard here or contact us for a quote today.
