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Whether you’re converting a functional storage area into a bold new space – or want to give valuable belongings such as expensive lawn mowers and bikes the protection they deserve – effective shed insulation can help.

More and more, property developers and homeowners are seeing the potential of garden constructions.

Sheds are being re-imagined as:

Home studios or offices – where people can work in peace.
Music rooms – soundproofed and ready for practice sessions or recording.
Playrooms – giving younger occupants and visitors somewhere safe to play.
Annexes – creating a separate living space from the rest of the household. (This m)

Ensuring comfortable indoor temperatures and noise levels is key for any of these aims, which means quality insulation for shed walls, roofs and flooring is a must.

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Why do we need shed insulation?

Renovating a shed allows you to create extra opportunities and uses in a space so-often neglected by homeowners and developers.

Insulating a shed effectively with stone wool products allows you to:

Maintain indoor thermal comfort – especially important in a construction distanced from the main property and exposed on all sides.
Insulate from nuisance noise – a key consideration if close to neighbouring properties, busy roads, or airports.
Ensure fire protection – crucial for safety considerations, particularly where social usage is concerned.

Additionally, cold and wet weather can damage your shed and its contents if not properly insulated, so quality garden shed insulation acts to address this.

Effective shed wall, roof and floor insulation helps retain warmth, raise energy efficiency, and lower the cost of heating or cooling the space.

For those wanting to enjoy peace and quiet at the bottom of the garden, meanwhile, soundproofing a shed can help keep out excess noise from the surrounding environment.

The reverse is true as well. Adding sound insulation for shed walls will be necessary if the plan is to create a music room or workshop of some kind.

Key benefits can also include:

Adding value to the property
Increasing the construction’s lifespan

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Installing effective insulation in a shed can also reduce heating or cooling costs, as less energy will be required to increase or lower the indoor temperature as required.

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Why choose ROCKWOOL solutions?

Our wide selection of floor, wall and roof products can be tailored to a huge variety of construction types – including brick, timber or metal shed insulation.

Made from robust and durable stone wool, the ROCKWOOL range of slabs, rolls and granulate offer excellent¹:

Thermal properties
Acoustic protection
Fire resilience

We know the importance of having a quiet space in your home and garden. That’s why our provide peace of mind that your environment won’t be affected by external noise factors. If you’re looking for a meditative space in your shed, we can help you achieve it.

ROCKWOOL insulation can assist you in soundproofing a shed, and providing fire protection that’s tested to the highest possible standards.

Our products draw on the ‘seven strengths of stone’ to provide an effective solution for any project.

Stone wool is:

Sustainable – made from recyclable products, and part of a circular system.
Water repellent – keeps out rain and moisture and protects your belongings.
Long-lasting – will last the lifetime of its application.

Our products also provide a great fit, with no gaps in the insulation, and no sagging. This means you can maintain thermal comfort inside the shed no matter the weather².

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Applications

Shed Wall Insulation

Create an energy-efficient space that prevents heat loss and the intrusion of unwanted noise, by applying products from the ROCKWOOL external wall range.

Shed Floor Insulation

Choose the right kind of floor insulation from our range for energy-saving solutions.

Shed Roof Insulation

Protect against nuisance noise and heat loss with our range of roof applications.

Metal Roof Insulation

Premier protection from ROCKWOOL metal roof products.

Installation

Various insulation products from our floor, wall and roofing ranges may be suitable for use in your shed project. Consult our local experts for more information.

Key tips:

Before installing shed roof insulation, check that the roof isn’t damaged – and fix it if necessary. Use a sealant to fill in any holes in the roof and walls where the cold and rain can get in. A leaky shed roof is an all-too-common complaint, as moisture build-up can cause damp and rot.
If you plan to heat your space, perform an evaluation to see whether you need to apply a vapour barrier. Local regulations may also affect this.
If fitting insulation alongside shed roof joists, slabs can be squeezed into place to ensure all gaps are covered.
You can easily cut insulation boards to shape using a knife or cutting saw – they’ll preserve their stability no matter how complex the spaces you need to fill in³.

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Sustainability and energy efficiency

When undertaking a project, it’s helpful to know that the materials you use will work as hard as you do to produce a long-lasting layer of protection.

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Rest assured, the insulation performance of ROCKWOOL stone wool products remains unchanged during the lifetime of a building⁴ - meaning no unnecessary replacing and wastage of materials is needed.

In addition, the excellent thermal properties of stone wool reduce the need for excess energy consumption when heating or cooling a converted shed space – contributing to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

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There may be local schemes or government grants available to support the costs of achieving an energy-efficient shed on your property. Contact our local offices for more information.

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