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After over 6 years of developing and honing the specification and the components within the NatureWall internal wall insulation system and 18 months of to-and-fro with KIWA, we are really proud to say we have now achieved our first BDA…
We scour the markets looking for new and innovative products and whilst we find some in the UK, quite often they lack the testing and technical documentation required for us to incorporate them in to our specifications. Thankfully, that has…
It’s a question that keeps coming up, and understandably so. When you start talking about internal wall insulation (IWI), moisture risk is never far behind. Somewhere along the line, the idea has taken hold that introducing a ventilated cavity between…
Insulating Chimneys Without Losing the Plot (or Santa) At Christmas, chimneys tend to feature heavily in the imagination. A glowing fire, a bit of festive cheer, and, apparently, an overnight visit from a man in a red suit. In building…
Mixed insulation strategies are sometimes unavoidable on retrofit projects, especially where architectural features or planning constraints limit the use of external wall insulation (EWI). Combining EWI and internal wall insulation (IWI) can work extremely well – provided the junctions are…
Moisture analysis is a crucial part of designing buildings that perform well over time. But when you’re working with internal wall insulation, especially on solid masonry walls, using the wrong method can lead to serious problems down the line. So…
Should We Use Brick Creams? When it comes to moisture management in masonry buildings, especially older ones being retrofitted, brick creams are often floated as a go-to solution. They promise a lot: less water getting into your walls, no change…
In sustainable building, insulation often gets the spotlight. It’s what keeps homes warm in winter, cool in summer, and reduces energy bills. But without airtightness, insulation can be wasted. Gaps and leaks in the building fabric allow warm air (and…
When specifiers look at insulation options, PIR often gets the nod for its low thermal conductivity and slim build-ups. But performance on paper rarely tells the full story. At Back to Earth, we find it far more useful to evaluate…
When retrofitting solid wall buildings, especially those using external wood fibre insulation, choosing the right render is crucial. While traditional lime renders still have their place, they’re not always suited to modern performance demands. Silicone render offers a practical blend…