Warming with mineral wool (it is also called stone wool) of any type of buildings has been carried out, it is difficult to say since when. Many years of experience in use and numerous positive reviews speak of the reliability of this type of thermal insulation and popularity. The German company Knauf has been producing a wide range of building materials, including insulating materials, for over 70 years. Minvata Knauf is recognized as one of the best examples of insulators of its kind, due to its unique characteristics and affordable price.

The advantages of using Knauf heaters include:

1. low coefficient of thermal conductivity;

2. high sound-absorbing abilities;

3. fire safety - are included in the group of non-combustible materials;

4. biological inertness;

5. absence of extraneous odors;

6. pleasant to the touch structure;

7. ease of storage and transportation, due to its compact size - it is produced in plates or in rolls;

8. minimum percentage of temporary shrinkage;

9. durability and ease of installation;

10. economic benefit in terms of heating costs;

11. environmental safety - the absence of resins and other chemical compounds in the composition.

Varieties

The Knauf product line includes a wide range of heaters for any application. Depending on the set of characteristics, the following types of thermal insulation are produced:

1. Knauf Insulation.

A range of high-quality heaters, more suitable for industrial applications, as well as public facilities with extensive processing areas. According to the manufacturer's description, the warranty period for such cotton wool is more than 50 years.

The Knauf Insulation series includes the following varieties:

• Thermo Roll is a highly specialized mineral wool in rolls. Due to the ease of use, it is used everywhere, mainly for horizontal surfaces without a significant load on the material, for floors, attics and ceilings.
• Thermo Plate - insulation for walls and pitched roofs in the form of plates. Wool, universal in its characteristics and properties, for thermal and sound insulation of all house structures.
• Acoustic partition - mineral wool in rolls or slabs, produced using a special technology. Possesses high elasticity and indicators of sound absorption. Suitable for any type of building, private or public use.
• Pitched roofing is a highly efficient material that prevents possible heat loss through the roof. It is commercially available in the form of rolled mats or slabs.
• Facade - specialized insulation for a three-layer structure with brick cladding, has increased moisture protection properties.

2. TeploKnauf.

A line of mineral wool, more adapted for domestic use, used in private suburban construction. Includes:

• Premium - insulation specially designed for private households. It has a wide range of uses, including for walls under siding or for layered brickwork.
• Knauf Cottage, Cottage + - slab or rolled mineral wool recommended for use in the construction of pitched roofs, walls and sound insulation of rooms.
• Knauf Dom, Dom+ - stone wool slabs 100 mm thick. Significant cost savings compared to double-layer insulation.
• Knauf Dacha - roll thermal insulation for country houses, summer kitchens and other garden buildings.
• Knauf Expert, Expert Comfort - a universal solution for warming the whole house.

3. Acoustic Knauf.

A separate line of mineral wool. It is used as a soundproofing of interior partitions, acoustic systems of floors and suspended ceilings, thanks to the technology of elongated thin fibers.

Given an overview of the proposed range of mineral wool, the technical specifications of Knauf are as follows:

• thermal conductivity - from 0.031 to 0.041 W / mK;
• compressibility index - up to 50%;
• vapor permeability - 0.55 mg / mch * Pa;
• water absorption - no more than 2%;
• density - from 10 to 25 kg / m 3;
• use temperature – from -60 to + 200 °C.

What are consumers saying?

Below are customer reviews of Knauf mineral wool.

“I chose Knauf Cottage for a country house. I bribed the reliability of the manufacturer and the environmental friendliness of the material itself. Completely met my expectations. It is very convenient to work with mineral wool, although protective equipment should not be neglected, this, by the way, is indicated on the packaging. Does not dust and does not have any foreign odors. I did it myself, without anyone's help. The house has become much warmer, so I also saved on additional heating. Now I will recommend Knauf stone wool to everyone I know.”

Vasily, Nizhny Novgorod.

“An expensive solution for the private sector, but after listening to the opinion of professionals, I decided not to save money and purchase Knauf Insulation mineral wool. One of the oldest companies in the building materials market, after all. I did not make a mistake in my choice at all. The quality is really high. Soft to the touch, easy and quick to fit, I noticed that the specialists even worked in places without gloves. It insulates the house well, while on hot days there is no effect of a greenhouse in the room. They say that it is not afraid of fungi and insects and does not catch fire in case of fire. It’s been 2 years since they installed it, I haven’t noticed any damage yet, and even mold on the first floor, it was always damp there. The price fully pays off due to savings on heating and air conditioning, and a long service life.

Sergey Vasiliev, Moscow.

“A review on the Internet led me to Knauf mineral wool. Multiple accolades and ubiquity prompted to make the right choice. It is very easy to work with thermal insulation, fits well, does not crumble. We insulated the whole house, so we settled on the universal version of the Knauf House. So far I don't see any negatives. There are no extraneous odors, completely hypoallergenic material, and with sound insulation at the same time the issue was resolved. The manufacturer indicates a service life of more than 50 years. Hopefully we'll live to see."

Yuliana, Moscow.

“Positive feedback from colleagues about Knauf prompted me to buy Acoustic series insulation. Our problems with noisy neighbors disappeared by themselves! Excellent soundproofing, as if by magic, the house became warm and quiet. Cotton wool is light and soft, does not take up much storage space. Yes, and it was not stored with us for long, because due to the ease of installation, all the work was carried out in a short time. The price of Knauf bites, but before buying anything, it’s better to spend money on quality. In addition, it is guaranteed to last half a century. Environmentally friendly material, and is not afraid of fungi and will not sag over time, if the correct thickness is calculated, of course. In general, the thing is necessary, I recommend!

Alena, Samara.

Knauf cost

The price of mineral wool depends on the specific brand, scope, overall dimensions and volume of the purchased lot. Knauf products can be purchased at the approximate retail prices shown in the table below.