External wall insulation is fitted on outside walls. It is mainly used on solid wall systems, as well as properties constructed with steel or timber frames. It is ideal for buildings where internal insulation is impractical or space is limited.
This specialised insulation forms a thermal envelope around the building to prevent heat from dissipating through the walls. It typically includes an insulation layer for thermal performance, followed by a reinforced base coat and decorative render for weather protection
Exterior wall insulation is used to:
We offer these external house insulation systems for different wall systems:
These are used mainly for hybrid wall systems where an external insulation layer is added to enhance existing cavity performance
These allow insulation behind ventilated cladding. They protect the wall from wind and rain, while ensuring moisture can still escape. Commonly used on commercial buildings and high-rise façades.
This is the most common form of external insulation for solid wall retrofits. It is applied to properties without a cavity wall. It ensures you have a continuous insulation layer over masonry.
This provides continuous external insulation across the entire frame in buildings with structured timber walls.
Each system has its own design, moisture, and structural considerations, so pick one suited to your wall type and site conditions.
Exterior wall insulation has multiple benefits:
Here’s why Insulation Wholesale is a trusted supplier for outside wall insulation systems:
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Before installation, ensure walls are clean, dry, and structurally sound. Installation should be done by qualified professionals.
Secure the insulant to your external walls using adhesives and mechanical fixings. Apply a reinforced base coat with mesh, then finish with a decorative render.
Yes, the insulating material keeps the interior wall warmer, reducing the likelihood of moisture build-up inside the wall. However, you still need sufficient ventilation to manage indoor humidity and prevent mould growth.
You can buy insulation systems for exterior walls directly from Insulation Wholesale. We stock a full range of EPS, PIR, and mineral wool for external home insulation, plus accessories like fixings, mesh, and render.
External wall insulation cost depends on the material and wall area. For materials only, prices typically range from £15–£50 per m² (EPS on the lower end, PIR and mineral wool on the higher). When you factor in professional installation costs, you could spend between £80 and £120 per square metre.
100mm Celotex CW4100 Cavity Wall Insulation Board is an easy to install polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation board with excellent thermal performance, featuring a low emissivity foil facing.
100mm Celotex GA4100 is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Celotex is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
100mm Ecotherm Eco-Versal is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Ecotherm Eco-Versal is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
100mm Isover CWS 32 Cavity Wall Slab offers excellent thermal insulation for cavity walls, effectively reducing heat loss and boosting energy efficiency. Lightweight and easy to install, it delivers reliable, long-lasting performance.
100mm Isover CWS 36 Cavity Wall Slab offers excellent thermal insulation for cavity walls, effectively reducing heat loss and boosting energy efficiency. Lightweight and easy to install, it delivers reliable, long-lasting performance.
100mm Jablite HP+ 70E External Wall Insulation Board is designed to enhance thermal efficiency for external walls. It can be bonded or mechanically fixed, providing reliable insulation solution.
100mm Kingspan Kooltherm K108 partial fill cavity wall board is a premium performance lower lambda insulation with a rigid thermoset fibre-free phenolic core. It is faced on both sides with a low emissivity composite foil facing and is used in partially filled cavity walls.
100mm Recticel Eurothane GP is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Recticel is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
100mm Recticel Eurowall Partial Cavity is an advanced thermal insulation panel tailored for use in cavity wall systems, delivering exceptional energy efficiency and robust performance.
100mm Rockwool Flexi has been designed as a multi-use, dual-purpose acoustic and thermal mineral wool insulation with a unique flexible edge along one side. It is suitable for use all over the home, in pitched roof rafters, framed external walls, internal partitions, intermediate floors, separating walls and floors, and timber suspended ground floors.
100mm URSA Party Wall Roll is a high-density insulation that helps reduce noise transfer between connecting walls, creating quieter spaces in both homes and commercial buildings.
110mm Recticel Eurothane GP is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Recticel is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
110mm Unilin Thin-R PIR insulation is a foil faced, high-performance insulation solution that offers exceptional thermal efficiency and durability. This polyisocyanurate insulation board, formerly known as Xtratherm, is ideal for a range of applications, such as floors, pitched roofs, and walls.
115mm Celotex Thermaclass Cavity Wall 21 is a PIR T&G insulation board designed for full-fill cavity wall applications. Low-emissivity foil facing provides versatility during installation, allowing for a 10mm residual cavity.
115mm Kingspan Kooltherm K106 Cavity Board is a premium performance insulation with a fibre-free rigid thermoset phenolic core with a thermal conductivity of just 0.019 W/mK across all thicknesses.
115mm Recticel Eurowall Full Fill boards snap together with interlocking edges, forming a continuous thermal barrier that optimises performance of cavity wall insulation.
120mm Celotex XR4120 is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Celotex is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
120mm Ecotherm Eco-Versal is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Ecotherm Eco-Versal is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
120mm Kingspan Kooltherm K112 Framing Board is a premium performance insulation with a fibre-free rigid thermoset phenolic core. It is used to insulate timber and steel framing systems with thermal conductivity of just 0.019 W/mK across all thicknesses.
120mm Recticel Eurothane GP is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Recticel is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
125mm Isover CWS 32 Cavity Wall Slab offers excellent thermal insulation for cavity walls, effectively reducing heat loss and boosting energy efficiency. Lightweight and easy to install, it delivers reliable, long-lasting performance.
125mm Isover CWS 36 Cavity Wall Slab offers excellent thermal insulation for cavity walls, effectively reducing heat loss and boosting energy efficiency. Lightweight and easy to install, it delivers reliable, long-lasting performance.
140mm Celotex XR4140 is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Celotex is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
140mm Recticel Eurothane GP is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Recticel is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
140mm Recticel Eurowall Full Fill boards snap together with interlocking edges, forming a continuous thermal barrier that optimises performance of cavity wall insulation.
140mm Rockwool Flexi has been designed as a multi-use, dual-purpose acoustic and thermal mineral wool insulation with a unique flexible edge along one side. It is suitable for use all over the home, in pitched roof rafters, framed external walls, internal partitions, intermediate floors, separating walls and floors, and timber suspended ground floors.
150mm Celotex XR4150 is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Celotex is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
The 150mm Ecotherm Eco-Versal is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Ecotherm Eco-Versal is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
150mm Isover CWS 32 Cavity Wall Slab offers excellent thermal insulation for cavity walls, effectively reducing heat loss and boosting energy efficiency. Lightweight and easy to install, it delivers reliable, long-lasting performance.
150mm Recticel Eurothane GP is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Recticel is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
20mm Jablite HP+ 70E External Wall Insulation Board is designed to enhance thermal efficiency for external walls. It can be bonded or mechanically fixed, providing reliable insulation solution.
25mm + 12.5mm Celotex PL4025 PIR Insulated Plasterboard is it is suitable for use in roof and internal wall lining applications. Celotex Insulated Plasterboard is a high performance, easy to install PIR insulation board with a paper facing, laminated to a piece of 12.5mm tapered edge plasterboard.
25mm Celotex TB4025 is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Celotex is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
25mm Recticel Eurothane GP is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Recticel is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
30mm Celotex TB4030 is a polyisocyanurate (PIR) insulation core with composite aluminium foil facings on both sides. Celotex is a multi-purpose insulation board suitable for use in pitched roofs, ceilings, floors and walls.
30mm Jablite HP+ 70E External Wall Insulation Board is designed to enhance thermal efficiency for external walls. It can be bonded or mechanically fixed, providing reliable insulation solution.