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Spacetherm

The ongoing issue of hard - to - treat walls in the UK can be overcome utilising Spacetherm® - an ultra - thin insulation for thermal upgrades, saving valuable space without altering the exterior fabric of the building. Spacetherm can be supplied on its own and cut to size or laminated to a number of facings to suit your individual requirements. Its remarkable performance is achieved through the use of flexible aerogel blankets. The insulation used in Spacetherm is material derived from silica gel.

  • Ultra low thermal conductivity of 0.015 W/mK
  • Available cut to any size or shape - contact us for information
  • Available bonded to multiple finishing boards
  • Maximum thermal performance in limited space
  • 50 year continued thermal performance
  • Hydrophobic nature resists water absorption


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Material Properties

Spacetherm

Property Test Method Result
Thermal Conductivity 0.015 W/mK
Reaction to Fire (EN13501) C-s1, d0 Class
Vapour Permeability EN12086 5 μ
Density 150 kg/m3
Thickness 5, 10 mm
Surface Burning Characteristics (ASTM E84) - Flame Spread Index ≤5
Surface Burning Characteristics (ASTM E84) - Smoke Development Index 20
Maximum Operating Temperature 125 C

Spacetherm Cold Bridge Strip

Property Test Method Result
Width 38, 50, 75, 100 mm
Thickness 10, 20 mm
K-Factor Aerogel 0.015 W/mK
Fire Resistance Aerogel (EN 13501-1) C-s1, d0 Class
Water Vapour Resistance Sd 0.05 m

Spacetherm Wallboard

Property Test Method Result
Panel Size 2400 x 1200 mm
Thickness - Plasterboard 12.5 mm
Vapour Control Layer 78.5 MNs/g
K-Factor Plasterboard 0.19 W/mK
Fire Resistance - Plasterboard A2-s1, d0 Class

Spacetherm Directfix

Property Test Method Result
Panel Size 2400 x 1200 mm
Thickness - Plasterboard 12.5 mm
Thickness - Plywood 6 mm
Vapour Control Layer 78.5 MNs/g
K-Factor Plasterboard 0.19 W/mK
K-Factor - Plywood 0.13 W/mK
Fire Resistance - Plasterboard A2-s1, d0 Class

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Spacetherm - BIM Object - Masonry Wall Spacetherm Multi RVT
Spacetherm - BIM Object - Masonry Wall Spacetherm Direct Fix IFC
Spacetherm - BIM Object - Floor Insulation RVT

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North East Scotland & Islands
Linda Kay
Regional Sales Manager

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South London & South East
Josephine Matchette
Regional Sales Manager

07535450346

Wales & South West
Marc Blackie
Technical / Regional Sales Manager

07968215755

North London & East England
Ben Cremer
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The Haugh

Midlands
Kieran Basi
Regional Sales Manager

07817873003

Ireland
Anthony Ruth
Regional Sales Manager

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North America
Jeff Dibdin
International Account Manager.

07534436615

South America
Jeff Dibdin
International Account Manager.

07534436615

Europe
Jeff Dibdin
International Account Manager.

07534436615

MENA
Jeff Dibdin
International Account Manager.

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Asia
Jeff Dibdin
International Account Manager.

07534436615

Australia
Jeff Dibdin
International Account Manager.

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  • Spacetherm FAQs

    • What is aerogel?

      Silica aerogel is a synthetic material in which the liquid component of a silica-based gel has been replaced with a gas through a process of supercritical drying or freeze drying. This process creates a rigid material with excellent thermal properties, though it is incredibly brittle. Our Spacetherm embeds this material into a polypropylene fleece to allow it to be more usable and flexible without risking the integrity of the material and its thermal properties. When utilised as an insulation product it has many benefits including excellent thermal conductivity, vapour permeability, and hydrophobicity which makes it the ideal solution for space saving applications in existing buildings.

    • How thick is it?

      We can supply our standard Spacetherm in a range of thicknesses, from as thin as a 5mm blanket, and increasing in increments of 5 or 10mm. We can then bond that to a range of boards to suit your construction. Our A-rated Spacetherm can be supplied in 5 or 10mm thicknesses, and they can be laid atop each other to accommodate any U-value.

    • Does it need battens?

      Like many insulation systems on the market, our Spacetherm Wallboard is designed to be applied to frames or battens. However, most of our systems (Spacetherm Wall Liner, Spacetherm Multi and Spacetherm Directfix) are designed to be fixed or adhered directly to the wall, representing a further saving of space. Where Spacetherm Blanket is being utilised, it can be easily fixed to battens or studs using staples or nails for a temporary hold until an interior lining is fixed over, or if a service void is required, Spacetherm can be fixed to the wall first then battens placed over so services can be installed without cutting through the insulation layer

    • How does it compare to PIR?

      PIR, or Polyisocyanurate insulation, is a rigid foam insulation. It is vapour impermeable, and has a thermal conductivity of around 0.022W/mK. Spacetherm on the other hand, is vapour permeable, and comprises a blanket type material which uses aerogel to gain its thermal conductivity of 0.015W/mK. This means that 15mm of Spacetherm insulation would equate to 22mm of PIR insulation in terms of insulation depth, and on top of that, it is important to consider that Spacetherm also uses thinner boards, and in many cases negates the need for battens in an insulation system, resulting in a much thinner overall system depth.

    • Can it be used on retrofits?

      Yes, due to its low depth and vapour permeability, it is well suited to insulating solid masonry properties, particularly in areas where space is at a premium. It can often be installed over existing wall renders and plasters then boarded over, or it can be provided as a laminate product with an interior lining board, such as MgO or plasterboard, which can be skimmed over to match the existing. Its permeable nature means it has little impact on the moisture performance of the existing element while significantly improving its thermal performance.

    • Is it easy to work with?

      The blanket itself can be cut using a knife, while the bonded systems can be cut using a jigsaw. It is recommended to cut it outside or in a well-ventilated area, as it can generate some dust. Our Spacetherm Wall Liner is designed for the DIY market, and for this reason is smaller and lighter than other boards, making it easy to manoeuvre (especially around tight staircases and other minimal spaces), even by a single person. We provide an Essentials datasheet with every order containing information on safe handling and storage of the material as well as instructions for working with it.

    • Is it fire rated?

      We have two versions of Spacetherm insulation available. Our standard Spacetherm, as is used in our thermal laminates, has a fire classification of C, and so is suitable for use on most constructions. It also has a better thermal performance. We also have our A-rated version, which we can supply as a blanket.

    • How important is cold bridging?

      Cold bridges are areas of a building element in which the thermal envelope is broken. This can occur at a number of interfaces, including through framing, window reveals, and slab edges. These can prove to be significant thermal bypasses, and can lead to localised condensation or mould growth. Preventing these cold bridges is crucial in creating an energy efficient building. Using our Spacetherm thermal laminates, window reveals can be easily insulated without taking up too much space. We can also provide our Spacetherm as a Cold Bridge Strip, designed to be applied over features such as studs. This comes with an easy to apply tape, making it ideal for adhering to cover cold bridges and it will adhere to most common materials such as timber, steel, and stone or brick masonry

    • What U-value does it achieve?

      The U-value achieved with Spacetherm depends on a number of factors including the thickness of the Spacetherm being installed, the performance of any existing insulation, and the general assembly of the element it’s being installed in. We indicate potential U-values in our Spacetherm Building & Construction brochure based on some common assemblies using various thicknesses of Spacetherm as a general guide for specification. We also provide U-value calculations as part of our technical services and we can calculate how much you should use to achieve your target performance. In a typical uninsulated masonry cavity wall, even 10mm of Spacetherm can improve the existing U-value by 50% and in a solid masonry wall the improvement is as much as 100%.

Spacetherm® - Aerogels In Building Refurbishment

The presentation discusses the basics of thermal insulation in buildings, with a particular emphasis on historical and traditional construction methods. Looking at thermal performance properties of various insulation materials and how they affect the balance of heat, air and moisture movement. It then moves onto the uses of high performance aerogel insulation in a variety of applications.

This is followed by an overview of hygrothermal assessment methodologies and the use of WUFI software for modelling moisture flow in buildings with practical examples of the benefits this can bring to building design.

Topics covered in this CPD:

  • Basics of Thermal Insulation
  • K, R and U Values
  • Insulation Types
  • What Is Aerogel?
  • Hygrothermal Assessments & WUFI
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Spacetherm Wall Liner

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Spacetherm WL (Wall Liner) is a high performance laminate specifically designed to be fixed to internal surfaces of existing solid walls without the need for mechanical fixings. Spacetherm WL consists of 10mm Spacetherm aerogel insulation blanket bonded to 3mm Magnesium Oxide Board (MgO), for use in applications where improved thermal performance is required with limited space. Spacetherm WL can achieve similar performance to traditional plasterboard laminates, but at a fraction of the thickness, allowing specifiers greater flexibility and higher performance for refurbishment projects.

  • Thin insulation system for hard to treat walls.
  • Class leading performance.
  • Minimum loss of room space.
  • Allows wall to breathe
  • Constant long term thermal performance 50 years+.
  • Non-hazardous material.
  • Easy refurbishment
  • No specialist trades required
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Spacetherm WL U-value Calculations

Wall Construction Base Wall 13mm Wall-Liner Heat Loss Reduction
225mm brick2.060.8161%
300mm brick1.720.7556%
600mm stone2.180.8362%
Brick Cavity - unfilled1.450.752%
Brick Cavity - filled0.580.4031%

Spacetherm Blanket

The Spacetherm Blanket consists of unfaced sheets of high performance aerogel composite insulation. The possible applications of the Spacetherm Blanket are virtually limitless as it has been used in doors, shutters, window reveals, boats, swimming pool covers and numerous other applications where thermal performance, space and thickness are critical.

  • Can be installed directly to solid walls or onto straps
  • Ideal for hard to treat solid walls
  • Ideal solution where maximising internal space is critical

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Wraptherm

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Wraptherm is a composite comprising 10mm Spacetherm Insulation blanket bonded to the face of Wraptite vapour permeable, airtight self-adhesive membrane. Use of Wraptherm provides improved airtightness levels combined with a reduction in thermal bridging. Wraptherm was developed for use in the refurbishment of existing buildings where there was a requirement to enhance both the thermal and airtightness performance of the building. Wraptherm can be applied to the internal face of the existing façade, providing a vapour neutral yet airtight layer, fully self-adhered to the substrate layer with the added benefit of a 10mm thick layer of high thermal performance Spacetherm insulation. Over this airtight/thermal composite framing can be installed with the cold bridging being reduced thanks to the Spacetherm layer. Additional thermal insulation can be included within the frame to meet the u values required for the refurbishment.

  • Single product airtightness and thermal bridging solution
  • Ideal for Refurbishment and Façade Retention projects
  • Leading Airtightness performance
  • Reduces thermal bridging
  • Continuous airtightness seal
  • Tested low vapour resistance
  • Water resistant yet vapour permeable membrane
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Spacetherm A-Rated

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Spacetherm A-Rated is a flexible, high-performance, silica aerogel-based insulation material of limited combustibility used for exterior and interior applications. The product is used to optimise the thermal performance and fire properties of façade systems in a number of ways. These include enhancing the thermal performance of the ventilated façade, and addressing thermal bridging in the façade. Spacetherm A-Rated is also useful in minimising thermal bridges around windows in areas such as window reveals and roller shutter cases.

With a thermal conductivity of less than 0.02 W/mK, Spacetherm A-Rated performance credentials qualify it as one of the best insulation materials available worldwide. Engineered for space-critical applications, the product offers low thermal conductivity, superior compression strength, plus breathability allied to hydrophobic characteristics. Spacetherm A-Rated can be also be supplied in a variety of finishes, the substantial layers meeting the requirements for A-Rated classification (insulation, MgO and plasterboard).

  • Class leading reaction to fire classification from an Aerogel insulation
  • Superior thermal performance
  • Limited combustibility
  • Water vapour diffusion open
  • Permeable
  • Flexible
  • Thinnest aerogel insulation available
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Spacetherm Multi

Spacetherm Multi is a high-performance laminate specifically designed to be laid directly onto existing floors & walls. Spacetherm Multi consists of Spacetherm Aerogel insulation blanket bonded to a 6mm Magnesium Oxide Board. Spacetherm Aerogel blanket is available in various thickness from 5mm to 40mm (in multiples of 5). For other thicknesses, or for U-value calculations for your project, please contact Proctor Technical services.

The solution is ideal for use in applications where low U-values are required and room space is at a premium (such as loft conversions). Spacetherm Multi can achieve similar performance to other insulation systems, but at a fraction of the thickness. This allows specifiers greater flexibility and higher performance for refurbishment projects.

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Spacetherm Directfix

Spacetherm Directfix is a high performance laminate which is specifically designed to be fixed directly to the wall. It consists of Spacetherm Aerogel insulation blanket bonded to plasterboard, with an additonal pre-bonded plywood reinforcement to the plasterboard. This reinforced laminate will reduce the risk of shot-fired nails failing to create a robust fix and will also reduce the risk of drill bit snagging, should you be using a traditional mechanical fixing method.

Ideal for use in applications where low U-values are required but space is at a premium. Spacetherm Directfix is supplied with foil faced plasterboard as standard to reduce condensation. Plain plasterboard is available on request. Spacetherm Directfix lining boards can achieve similar performance to traditional plasterboard laminates, but at a fraction of the thickness, allowing specifiers greater flexibility and higher performance for refurbishment projects. Due to Spacetherm’s unique hydrophobic qualities it is also possible to directly fix Spacetherm Laminates to certain existing wall substrates (see installation guide for details).

Spacetherm directfix

  • Can be installed directly to solid walls or onto straps
  • Ideal for hard to treat solid walls
  • Ideal solution where maximising internal space is critical
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Spacetherm Wallboard

Spacetherm Wallboard is a high performance laminate which is specifically designed to be fixed to timber straps. It consists of Spacetherm Aerogel insulation blanket bonded to plasterboard, and is ideal for use in applications where low U-values are required but space is at a premium. Spacetherm Wallboard is supplied with foil faced plasterboard as standard to reduce condensation. Plain plasterboard is available on request. Spacetherm Wallboard lining boards can achieve similar performance to traditional plasterboard laminates, but at a fraction of the thickness, allowing specifiers greater flexibility and higher performance for refurbishment projects. Due to Spacetherm’s unique hydrophobic qualities it is also possible to directly fix Spacetherm Laminates to certain existing wall substrates (see installation guide for details). For other thicknesses, or for U-value calculations for your project, please contact Proctor Technical services.

Spacetherm Wallboard

  • Can be installed directly to solid walls or onto straps
  • Ideal for hard to treat solid walls
  • Ideal solution where maximising internal space is critical
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Spacetherm Window Reveal Board

Spacetherm WRB (window reveal board) is a high-performance laminate specifically designed to be fixed or glued to the existing solid wall at the window reveals. Spacetherm WRB consists of Spacetherm Aerogel insulation blanket bonded to plasterboard or magnesium board, with or without plywood reinforcement, depending on fixings. It is ideal for use in applications where low U-values are required but space is limited.

  • Ultra thin insulation system for window reveals
  • The best thermal performance available
  • Minimum loss of space around openings
  • Glued or direct fixed to solid walls
  • Constant long term thermal performance 50 years +
  • Includes an integrated vapour control layer
  • Non-hazardous material
  • Can be used in partnership with traditional dry-lining

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Installation

Spacetherm® WRB should be glued to the existing wall structure. Drilling is not recommended although it may be required for wiring and services. If drilling is required then care should be taken to compress the panel as much as possible to reduce the risk of insulation fibres wrapping around the drill bit.

 Installation Guide

Internal & External Reveal Angles

Spacetherm® WRB panels should be cut in such a way as to allow for the jointing of the plasterboard or fermacell and an unbroken run of insulation to the existing wall in both internal and external angles. Refer to Installation Guide for details.

Spacetherm Cold Bridge Strip

Spacetherm® CBS (Cold Bridge Strip) uses Spacetherm aerogel insulation encapsulated in polyethelene for use in the prevention of cold bridging through a component or element of a structure. Spacetherm CBS is an ideal specification when trying to reduce cold bridging in timber or steel frame structures. Upon request the Spacetherm CBS can be cut to a variety of widths to suit different applications.

Spacetherm

  • Thin thermal bridge insulation ideal for timber or steel frame structures.
  • Fully encapsulated
  • The best thermal performance available
  • Fast and easy to fix with adhesive backing
  • Constant long term thermal performance 50 years +
  • Available to any width, thickness or length
  • Non-hazardous material

Cutting

Spacetherm® CBS can be cut using scissors or knife. Care should be taken that cutting blades are kept sharp, if using a knife, the angle between the blade and the Spacetherm® CBS should be kept as low as possible. It is advisable to reseal the ends with tape after cutting is complete.

Fixings

Spacetherm® CBS is supplied with double sided adhesive tape for ease of installation. Spacetherm® CBS can be applied to either timber or metal framing systems.

 
 

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