Rockwool Insulation Products

What Is Rockwool Insulation?

Rockwool insulation is a different type of insulation material designed to more effectively trap heat and block out the outside elements while offering superior durability in fires, helping to reduce the spread of flames during an emergency.

Rockwool is made out of melted volcanic rock and steel slag, a byproduct of steel manufacturing. These materials combine to make insulation that is denser than fiberglass, and offers natural resistance to both fire and mold. Rockwool lasts around 30 years on average, even in humid environments, making it the smart choice to protect your home for many years to come.

Rockwool Meets Expanded Insulation Requirements

In Pennsylvania and many other areas, regulators are raising the requirements for home insulation level by upping the required R-value for insulation in key areas of the home, and other changes. The R-value measures how effectively a material can keep heat from passing through it. The higher the R-value is, the better the material is at holding in heat and keeping your room comfortable.

Rockwool meets these updated requirements, having an R-value around 4.0 per inch, compared to fiberglass’s average R-value of 2.2-2.9 per inch. Choosing Rockwall insulation will not only give you a more comfortable home, but it will give you confidence that your materials are up to standards, and are ready to last for many more years down the line.

Contact MRD Lumber, Millwork, and Kitchens To Get Rockwall For Your Next Project

MRD Lumber is the place contractors and homeowners in Eastern Pennsylvania turn to for their building material needs. Our team is ready to help you find the right materials for whatever your project entails, all with the convenience of a local building supplier. Get the products you need to get the job done right. Contact us today to see how we can help make your construction project a success.