Insulation boards made of PIR or Polyisocyanurate are called PIR boards. They are the most cost-effective and long-lasting insulating material available on the market today. A step up from polyurethane boards, the PIR insulation is versatile in application. Please refer to our blog, for more information

How do you fix PIR insulation board?

You can cut PIR to size using a sharp saw and seal the edges using foil tapes. Having said that installing a PIR insulation is a DIY job, but only if you are a competent and certifies DIYer. We recommend contacting certified professionals for installing PIR insulation.

Is PIR better than PUR?

PIR is an upgrade over PUR boards. Though made from the same insulating material, they possess very different properties. For example, the PIR insulation has excellent fire resistance, while the PUR has poor fire insulation.

Is Celotex board the same as Kingspan PIR?

Celotex and Kingspan are different brands but the PIR boards they make have the same dimensions and features.

Is polystyrene insulation better than PIR?

PIR insulation provides a much greater level of insulation compared to polystyrene or other insulation boards

Is PIR the same as XPS?

Though both PIR boards and XPS fall under the rigid foam insulation boards category, they are made of different materials and hence have different properties.

Is PIR better than rockwool?

Rockwool is a mineral wool based insulation, while PIR is made from Polyisocyanurate. Both are made of different materials and hence will have different insulating properties.