Ducting Explored - Common insulation materials for air ducts
Over the last four releases, we explored why air ducts are insulated: to provide condensation control, drive energy efficiency and provide acoustic comfort. Let's have a quick review of the different materials available in the market for insulating air ducts.
What are some commonly used materials?
Ducts are typically formed by folding sheet metal into the required shape. The most common shapes are round, rectangular, and oval ducts. Hence, it's desirable to use flexible insulation materials - such as elastomeric foams and mineral wool - for easy installation.
How do they compare?
Here's a quick look.
We know that the right insulation material can make a difference in creating a more comfortable indoor environment. If you would like to find out more, chat with our friendly technical experts - we are here to help you, giving you more time for everything else.
Explore all our entries in our 5-part series
How do we stay comfortable indoors for long periods? As a start, we can consider insulating our air ducts to keep us healthy while consuming less energy. Read on for the 3 key points when insulating air ducts.
Condensation can have an impact on the health and safety of a person spending long hours indoors. To understand why it should be an important consideration in insulating air ducts, read more about it here.
Did you know that air ducts are insulated to drive energy efficiency? We look at how a ventilation system can become more energy efficient in our entry here.
Is it too noisy in your building? Consider insulating your air ducts to absorb these noises to stay comfortable indoors for longer periods. Read more about acoustic comfort here.
Have you thought about which material to use to insulate your air ducts? We made a quick overview of two commonly used materials to make it easier for you to make an informed decision.
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