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Insulating single skin brick wall from inside
Anonymous user 28/02/2024 - 3.50 PM
Hi, We’re converting some little out buildings into a utility ,single skin brick work,and want to insulate and plaster ,was going to use cls,kingspan and then plasterboard bit want to do it right,should we put membrane against the brick and then should there be an air gap please? Any and all info much appreciated-novice level -treat me like an idiot :)
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Cutting Edge Contracting
Rating: 5 out of 5
I would recommend a water based epoxy damp proof membrane to be painted on the walls first and then battens and insulated plasterboard to finish. Use a good quality insulated plasterboard (55mm) and you should be problem free.
Answered9 June 2020
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Henry Gould Carpentry
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Definitely leave an air gap between insulation and brickwork. Kingspan recommend this for best results
Answered9 June 2020
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A&J Surveyors Ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
You need a cavity and if it is not going to be heated then you are wasting your money. Plus you would need a warm flat roof.
Answered12 June 2020
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