How to choose insulation material that will remove moisture in the home?

How to choose insulation material that will remove moisture in the home?

Adequate insulation of the building through the installation of insulation of external walls is a great way to get rid of moisture, which spreads very quickly on the walls. How to choose a material that will help us deal with the problem of growing mold at home?

Moisture is a very common problem that many of us struggle with. Unprotected walls absorb water from the outside, while the lack of adequate air circulation in the building causes the growth of bacteria and the development of mold, which is very harmful to our bodies. So how do you deal with the annoying moisture that is ruining the walls of our property? The perfect solution may be the use of appropriate insulation, which will ensure that the walls are protected against the penetration of moisture and stabilize the proper air circulation. One of the most popular insulation methods in recent years has become insulation of external walls, whose functionality and operation is long-lasting, so you do not have to worry about the condition of your building. Non-insulated walls promote the formation of mold, which is why it is worth considering the use of appropriate insulation materials. So how do you choose the best method and how to match the insulation material to our property?

Types of insulation materials when using external wall insulation

When installing external wall insulation , the highest quality materials are used to protect the walls from absorbing moisture from the outside. The most popular material is mineral wool, polystyrene and polyurethane foam. Mineral wool has vapor permeable properties, is non-flammable and resistant to high temperatures. It is very easy to fit it into an isolated place due to its excellent flexibility. However, with prolonged contact with water, it may lose its insulation properties, which is why mineral wool is not suitable for insulating every building. Styrofoam, on the other hand, is characterized by low water absorption and compressive strength, which makes it ideally suited as a insulation layer when installing external wall insulation. On the other hand, polyurethane foam has a very high resistance to moisture, and at the same time has a low thermal conductivity. If you are not sure what type of insulation material to choose, contact an advisor or consultant who will help you make the best decision.

How to insulate your property? Installation of external wall insulation

The next step, immediately after choosing the right materials to insulate your property, is to properly prepare the building and entrust the entire installation to qualified specialists. In many cases, to perform such assembly, you need to know the building law and obtain the appropriate permits, which specialists will do for you without any problem. There should be no unnecessary items in the yard so that the construction team can move freely and set up the scaffolding. When installing external wall insulation, a layer of insulation material is fastened with a specialized adhesive, after which subsequent layers are secured. Finally,is applied high-performance render, which additionally protects the building walls against moisture and extremely low or high temperatures.

Why is it worth investing in installing external wall insulation?

Insulation of external walls is an excellent method of insulating a building, thanks to which your property will retain heat obtained from heating inside for longer. Lower electricity consumption will significantly minimize your bills, and thus, stabilize your home budget. In the event that the problem in your building is a nuisance moisture, the use of such a system of insulation and appropriate insulation materials will make you say goodbye to mold and growing bacteria once and for all. The highest quality materials resistant to moisture absorption, finished with high-performance render, perfectly protect your property against the harmful effects of weather conditions.



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