PIR Insulation Boards for Workington, delivered to site

Choosing from our PIR insulation boards range

• Thermal laminate boardsPIR bonded to plasterboard.
• Foil tape and fixingsTo seal joints and fix boards.
• Cavity wall boardsBoards sized for partial-fill cavity insulation.
• Flat roof boardsBoards for warm flat roof build-ups.
• General-purpose PIR boards2400 × 1200 mm foil-faced boards for floors, walls and roofs.

Choosing PIR insulation boards

Thickness for the U-value

The thickness you need depends on the U-value the building regulations require and the rest of the build-up. Manufacturers publish U-value tables; your designer or building control will confirm.

Fire considerations

PIR is a combustible product. Building regulations restrict combustible materials in some situations, such as external walls of taller buildings; check what applies.

In England, building work is checked against the Approved Documents, for example Part A for structure and Part L for energy efficiency, through your council's building control team or a registered building control approver.

Working out quantities for your Workington job

Insulating 30 m² of rafters, floor or wall takes 12 boards of 2400 × 1200 mm including offcuts. The thickness depends on the U-value you need, so check it before you order. Try the insulation calculator

Delivering PIR insulation boards in Workington

Boards are light but bulky; they travel in wrapped packs and should be stored flat and dry. Workington is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• In summer Workington gets around 17h 17m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.

PIR Insulation Boards questions

How soon can PIR insulation boards be delivered in Workington?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

Is PIR better than mineral wool?

PIR insulates more per millimetre, so it suits tight spaces. Mineral wool is non-combustible, cheaper per square metre and better for sound.

Do you deliver PIR insulation boards to trades and homeowners in Workington?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.

Can PIR be used in external walls?

In some situations, but building regulations restrict combustible insulation in external walls of certain buildings. Check the rules for your building.