A 70mm insulation board is used when a building needs a significant increase in thermal performance, but space is limited.
At this thickness, the board provides a measurable reduction in heat transfer through walls, roofs, or floors.
A 70mm thick insulation board is a rigid slab designed to reduce heat transfer in a building through conduction and convection.
The “70mm” refers to its depth, which is thick enough to noticeably reduce heat loss while still fitting within common wall, floor, and roof build-ups used on site.
The board is dimensionally stable and can fit tightly against structural elements without slumping or compressing over time.
70mm insulation thickness boards are used:
Because it is rigid, the board supports itself and sits flush with framing, helping contribute towards building energy performance requirements without adding too much bulk.
70mm insulation boards are available in the following material types:
These are the most common. They have a rigid foam core with reflective foil facings that help trap heat. PIR boards give strong thermal performance for their thickness (around 0.022 W/m.K), allowing target U-values to be achieved with reduced build-up depth.
Phenolic boards have a foam core that is made from phenolic resin. Their lambda value is around 0.021 W/m.K, with 70mm phenolic insulation boards delivering reliable performance where space is limited, and high thermal performance is required.
EPS is a bead-based foam that is easy to cut. It has higher conductivity (less insulating per millimetre) than PIR/phenolic, but it’s useful where cost matters and the performance requirements are lower. It is sometimes used beneath screeds and in external render systems.
Using a 70mm rigid insulation board offers advantages like:
You can buy a 70mm insulation board online from Insulation Wholesale. We stock multiple board types (PIR, phenolic, EPS) in UK stock. Buying from us means you get competitive pricing, expert support, and a choice of quality brands in one place. We offer trade discounts, pallet deals, and fast quote options so you can plan costs, and we supply fast nationwide delivery straight to your site.
To cut insulation thick 70mm board:
Use safety gloves, goggles, and a dust mask to protect yourself from light dust.
Prices vary depending on material, brand, quantity, and market conditions. Bulk orders and pallet deals typically reduce the cost per board.
PIR boards (like Celotex or Recticel) cost roughly around £20–£30 per board for standard sizes (2400 x 1200), with bulk orders often cheaper per board.
Premium phenolic boards or specialised products can cost more. Trade discounts and pallet deals from Insulation Wholesale reduce prices significantly when you order larger quantities.
The R-value of a 70mm PIR insulation board is typically 3.1–3.2 m²K/W – this is the thermal resistance. Phenolic boards have a slightly higher R-value because they deliver better insulation per millimetre.