130mm insulation is a substantial insulation depth, specified when heat loss needs to be controlled, not merely improved. This thickness sits in the range where insulation plays a primary role in meeting energy performance targets.
130mm thick insulation means the material measures 130 millimetres when installed at its nominal thickness, without compression. That depth increases the resistance to heat transfer through the building element.
At an insulation thickness 130mm, performance comes from two things working together:
130mm insulation thickness is typically used where sufficient depth is available with the construction, such as:
It is commonly specified in projects aiming to meet or exceed Part L requirements, when combined with an appropriate overall build-up.
Several insulation types are made or built up to insulation 130mm thickness:
Some systems, especially those using PIR and phenolic boards, combine two thinner layers to achieve thick insulation 130mm while reducing gaps.
Thick 130mm insulation offers:
At this depth, insulation becomes a core part of the building’s thermal envelope.
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130mm insulation is most effective in:
It should sit flush, with no bowing or gaps, and must match the depth of the surrounding structure.
Fixing depends on the material:
Keep the insulation dry and properly supported. Correct installation and continuity are as important as insulation thickness itself.