Linen insulation: properties, installation, scope

There are many types of materials used for indoor and outdoor thermal insulation of premises. A natural insulator made of flax is in great demand. Apply it in modern construction as an insulator for ceilings, partitions, facades of buildings for various purposes, as well as for laying between logs of logs while erecting wooden structures.

What is this material?

Heat insulation made of flax is an environmentally friendly natural material of a new generation. It does not contain synthetic components, is absolutely non-toxic, meets all quality standards and user requirements. The insulator of linen fibers is a non-woven fabric, which is produced on a special carding machine. Needle-piercing technology is used for its manufacture.

Issue natural insulation in the form of plates, mats and rolls. When making slabs, the gluing agent for the fibers is starch. For fire resistance of the material in the process of its production, a drill is used, and the surface is treated with flame retardant antiseptic agents.

Types of linen heaters

Heater of natural origin is available in several forms. Each of its modifications has its own characteristics and purpose.

1. Ribbon fiber tow. It is used as an interventure heater in wooden houses, as well as for insulation of door and window boxes. It is produced in rolls, the standard width of the tape is 15 cm.
2. Linen felt. The material is natural. For its production, pure long-fiber flax is used. The interventure heater in the form of linen felt is easy to install, which facilitates the acceleration of work when erecting wooden houses from the beam or from round logs.
3. Linen plates. Such a heater consists of linen fibers. The slabs are treated with refractory compounds and antiseptics, do not decompose, do not emit toxic substances, are fireproof, hypoallergenic. Such insulation from linen has a good sound and heat insulation. It is used for covering internal and external walls, ceilings, partitions, roofs, floors.
4. Linen mats. The material is used in buildings of various types, heights and purposes. Well suited for the arrangement of internal and external surfaces of walls, as well as for mansards, roofs and ceilings.

Characteristics

Linen heaters are very popular nowadays, because they have the best characteristics:

• Coefficient of vapor permeability of 0.4 mg / m 3 Pa;
• Density of 32 kg / m ³ ;
• Sound absorption coefficient 0,98;
• Thermal conductivity 0,038 W / mK;
• The operational period is 75 years.

Proceeding from these data, it can be concluded that the heat insulator made on the basis of flax is durable, reliable and durable.

Advantages of insulation

The material has many advantages over other heaters, thanks to which it is in great demand.

1. Ecological compatibility. Heater made of linen does not dust, is soft, pleasant to the touch, does not cause allergies, so it can be mounted without using special protective equipment. This material is safe for human health. It is used as a heater in medical, health and children's institutions.
2. Fire safety. The material does not support combustion, it is difficult to ignite. The heat resistance is much higher than that of basalt insulation and glass wool.
3. Breathes. Linen warmers breathe, the air in them freely circulates, which contributes to the release of moisture. The material maintains a comfortable microclimate in the room.
4. Biostability. Heat insulation is resistant to mold and fungi.
5. Durability. The service life of linen insulation is 75 years. He has maintained his qualities for a long time.
6. Non-electrostatic. Linen insulation does not conduct electric current.

Warming of facades with linen insulation

Tiled linen insulation is the ideal insulation of facades (the price for a package of 2.5 m ^{2 is} approximately 1575 rubles). It is often used for cottages, country houses and various wooden structures. Mounting plates is made on a trimmed crate, which is made of wooden racks. Between them should be a distance of 1-2 cm less than the size of the insulation material. This is necessary for its tight fitting to surface elements, which contributes to high-quality thermal protection.

Fibrous linen slabs easily give up and absorb moisture, so a vapor permeable membrane must be installed between them and the surface . At the same time, the walls will "breathe", which will create a comfortable microclimate in the house. The material has good thermal insulation. And the properly insulated facades, the price of which corresponds to the quality, will provide substantial savings on energy costs and heating. With a linen insulator in your home will always be warm and cozy.