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May. 06, 2024

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Rockwool Panel: The Complete Guide

Zonsteel rockwool acoustic panels are specially processed and surfaced with perforating steel with a thickness of 180mm. As such, it can be widely used for office, KTV, cinema, and other buildings that need good soundproofing.

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Zonsteel rockwool panels can have the additional MGO board to achieve 4 hours of fire proofing.

Zonsteel rockwool panels can have PPGI steel, AZ coated steel, or stainless steel, any RAL color for the face. It all depends on your needs.

The Rockwool panels can also have different color schemes for various applications. Some of them include camouflage patterns, wooden, marble, and more. As the client, clearly state your need for the panels and we will tailor the scheme to your needs.

Zonsteel rockwool panels are 1200mm or 1000mm wide. The length has no limit. Since Zonsteel uses rockwool panes of density 100-120 kg/m3, you will be with slightly heavier panels. To help in moving such panels, consider the length to be less than 6m.

Zonsteel rockwool panel thickness ranges from 50mm to 180mm and the steel thickness ranges from 0.4mm to 0.8mm. This makes the panels perfect for wall and roof applications. The rockwool roof panel is also corrugated, thus it is good for rainwater drainage. Its overlap joint design also makes it good for the rain.

Zonsteel rockwool panels delivery time 7-10 days. Zonsteel uses wooden or steel pallets for packing. The panels are also wrapped with EPS foam and PVC film for more protection.

Contact us today to customize your rockwool panels!

 

Rock Wool Panel: Complete FAQs Guide

 

Are you about to choose the insulated sandwich panel for your building? You are not sure to choose which one from rock wool panel, PU panel, EPS panel and PIR sandwich panel. Read this guide, you’ll find the difference between those panel, and features of each sandwich panel. This guide will help you learn more about rock wool panel. Let’s jump into below FAQs guide.

 

What Is Rock Wool Panel?

Figure 1 A Stack of Rock Wool Panels

A rock wool panel is a sandwich panel made of rock wool material faced by two sides steel plates. Because of the rock wool material, the panel would have unique properties such as fire protection, sound absorption, sound insulation, and thermal insulation.

These features also make the rock wool panel quite versatile. That’s why it is common used as wall, ceiling, partition wall and roof for steel structure building, prefabricated house, and clean room.

 

What’s the Advantage of Rock Wool Panel?

A rock wool panel stands out for being a good construction material. So, why is that the case? Here are some of its advantages that should help you learn more about using the rock wool panel.

Figure 2 Tongue And Groove Rock Wool Panel

 

Impressive Fire Resistance

The rock wool panel raw materials have a fire rating of Class A1, which make it have excellent fire resistance. Several tests show that the material can withstand fires of over 1000 degree Celsius. As such, it should be a great choice for anyone who might want to use it in places likely to have fire hazards.

As much as it is good in terms of fire resistance, it does not mean you go ahead and put it on fire just to see how it would perform. It is then important to put the fire prevention measures in place.

 

Thermal Insulation

Another reason people would get the rock wool panel is because of thermal insulation performance. The thermal conductivity of rock wool is 0.035W/mK, making it one of the best in terms of providing insulation. It must be why you would get a lot more people using this material for insulation purposes.

If you live in cold places, this could be a nice option in terms of keeping you warm in your house. Simply make sure that the panels are installed correctly if you want them to be highly effective.

 

Sound Absorption and Sound Insulation

The rock wool panel also stands out for significantly reducing noise transmission. This is especially in areas that are likely to have planes flying over more often. Such sound insulation makes the rock wool panel common for use in different areas.

Other than the insulation being applied to the walls, the same can be done for the roof. You would not even know when it is raining or hear hail because the sound insulation is quite good.

Still, the rock wool panel would be great in terms of sound absorption because it can handle sounds over a wide frequency range, especially good for medium-high frequency. Rock wool panels have a sound absorption rating of 15.7 dBA, which is good for keeping quiet of KTV,  Theater, concert hall, gymnasium, bowling alley, conference center, lecture hall, multi-function hall, exhibition hall, court, court, studio, film and television hall, waiting room, hospital, school, computer room, art gallery, hotel, library, etc. All the places with sound requirements.

 

Rigidity

Another reason you might consider getting the rock wool panel is because of its good rigidity. The core material is sandwiched between two color steel plates. This makes the outer surfaces good in terms of rigidity, durability, and so much more.

It is easy to see how such a panel would live up to different applications without necessarily having much of a problem.

 

Good Tongue and Groove Connection

The rock wool panel is also designed to have a tongue and groove connectivity. This avoids any hidden dangers of water leakage. This is a nice feature when you use the rock wool panel for roof installation. The last thing you would want is a model that might start leaking easily.

 

Convenient Installation

The installation process is not hard. This is because the panel would not require secondary processing once it is delivered to the construction site. Cause in manufacturer factory, all rock wool panels can be cut to size as per your requirement, this minimized your work on site, and protect the environment.

If you are not sure on how to install the panel, always seek the services of a professional such as Zonsteel technician. This ensures you get the best panel for the job. Zonsteel sign all the panels with length, and number it, to match your installation manual.

 

Anti-scratch Protection

Before the rock wool panel is shipped to the new owner, there is the need to protect it. That is why it would have a polyethylene self-adhesive protective film attached to it. This avoids abrasion and scratches on the panel before its installation. Once the installation is done, go ahead to pull off the protective film.

 

Mildew Resistance

You will also find the rock wool panel being mold-resistant. The rock wool panel is inorganic; thus, it does not provide a food source for the mold to grow easily. It is still fungi-resistance, making it an ideal choice for various applications where you do not want to experience fungal growth in the space.

 

Which Type of Insulation to Choose?

The popular insulation for industry use includes PU foam, PIR foam, rock wool, EPS, and XPS, MGO board, aluminum honeycomb, and paper honeycomb.  Then how to choose the right one from them.

Yes, it must suits for your use, you may consider from aspects of thermal insulation, fire rate, cost and rigidity.

If you will use this sandwich panel to construct clean room as manufacturing facility of pharmacy, IT, new energy, food, lab etc. The rock wool panel is recommended, cause the rock wool panel has be best fire behaviour, its non-combustible material. Rocks such as basalt and dolomite are melted and drawn at high temperature and cured by spraying adhesive, then result the rock wool.

Figure 3 Rock Wool Panel

 

Is Rock Wool Panel Good for Soundproofing?

Yes, rock wool panel has very good soundproofing property, among with other insulation material. It is proven durability to last for the long term without seeing a decrease in performance. If you pursuit better sound insulation, may consider to use 100mm thickness rock wool, or called mineral wool, which is made of stone.

Figure 4 Rock Wool Panel Joint Type

 

Is Rock Wool Panel Expensive?

Compare to PUR/PIR sandwich panel, rock wool panel is economic way. Take 50mm rock wool panel as example, and both sides 0.4mm PE paint steel surface, the price is around 13$.

 

Is Rock Wool Insulation Dangerous?

Rock wool is not harmful to breathe, its safe. Its itchy if you directly touch it or exposed in air full of rock wool particle. Zonsteel clean room rock wool sandwich panel, all around sealed with steel, significantly reduce rock wool leaking. And even better news, Zonsteel cut the hole and covered with channel for switch, light or clean room equipment like FFU and Hepa box.

 

How Do You Make Rock Wool Panel?

A high quality rock wool sandwich panel benefit from a good production line, sound production process and good production system.

Zonsteel rock wool panel production process main features:

 

1,  Attach Protective Film

After steel coil roll uncoil, first step is to attach PE film to protect sandwich panel from scratch during transportation. This scratch will effect rock wool panel lifetime and the appearance. Zonsteel use very thick film, easy for you to tear it off once receive.

Figure 5 Rock Wool Panel Attached Protective Film

 

2, Steel Coil Preheating

Preheat coil to soft the coil, this process is to improve the adhesive force between the binder and the steel plate.

 

3, Rock Wool Cutting

Zonsteel machine can cut rock wool and flip 90 degrees automatically. It enable the compressive strength increased by 80%.

 

4, Rock Wool Misaligned Docking

Misaligned dock the rock wool can increase the entire sandwich panel strength, as well as the flatness.

 

5, Glue Spray

The glue be evenly sprayed on rock wool, 100% rock wool with glue. The spray glue ensure the bonding quality.

 

6, Double Track Curing Machine

Double track curing machine to press the rock wool sandwich panel. Contribute to this process, Zonsteel rock wool panel achieved high flatness and bonding strength, and the minimum thickness tolerance.

 

7, Cutting And Packing

Cutting rock wool panel to designed length. In one project, clients may require different length sandwich panel, for Zonsteel, its possible to cut to any length in a production.

 

How Thick Should Rockwool Be?

The regular thickness of rock wool is 50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 125mm, 150mm and 180mm. Since rock wool density common 80-120kg/m3, the thick sandwich panel 150mm and 180mm would be very heavy, people often choose 50-100mm rock wool panel.

 

What Type of Insulation Is Best for Soundproofing?

Rockwool is mostly chosen for sound proofing because of its overall construction. This is because the insulation material comes with non-directional fibers. These fibers would trap the airborne noise making it hard for the sound to go past it. That is why you would see such a material being mostly used for soundproofing applications.

 

Is Rock Wool Asbestos?

For a while now, rockwool has been used as a substitute to asbestos. You can find it commonly being used in the construction sector. This is especially when you want panels that are resistant to fire, offer better thermal insulation, and can also offer acoustic absorption.

As much as it is not asbestos, the material still resembles the asbestos morphologically.

 

Which Is Better Rockwool or Glass Wool?

 

Figure 6 Rockwool Panels Packed Ready for Shipping

 

When looking for an insulating material, you are likely to come across options such as rockwool and glass wool. What you need to know about these materials is that they are all A1 rated materials. This means that the materials will not combust easily under any building fire. However, we will look how they perform in different aspects to understand them better.

 

Thermal performance

Comparing the two, glass wool offers better versatility when it comes to thermal performance. You will note that glass wool offers 10% more thermal efficiency than rockwool. So, you can have a thinner material that provides better thermal performance.

 

Acoustic performance

You will also come across glass wool being better than rockwool. This is because the glass wool can deliver the same dB reduction when using only half the mass compared to rock wool.

You can opt for glass wool for better acoustic performance unless there is the need for more compressive strength, then you can opt for rockwool.

 

Compressive strength

Rockwool is known for having better compressive strength than glass wool. This is vital if you have to use the material under high weight loading. The density of rockwool can go up to 180kg/m3. So, it would be great for offering a cost-effective performance where comparative strength is important.

 

Fire protection

As mentioned earlier, you should know that both materials are good at fire protection. They will not burn in case there is a fire breakout. However, rockwool simply has better fire protection. So, you are going to keep the content in the building better without worrying about them easily burning down.

 

High temperature uses

This one rockwool also wins this part. This is because rockwool can stand up to the high temperatures better. Rockwool would operate at high temperatures as high as 700 degrees C. Glass wool material can operate up to 400 degrees C.

 

Water resistance

Both materials are good in terms of water resistance. As much as water can occupy the cells found between fibers. However, this will not affect the performance of the panels. As a result, you can often end up with panels that can withstand the water penetration.

 

Where Are Rock Wool Panel Used?

Rockwool panels can have many applications generally. You will find them being commonly used in homes, offices, apartments, and commercial use.

You can find them mostly being used for roof insulation, floor insulation, ceiling insulation, internal wall insulation, acoustic insulation, and many others. So long as proper insulation is required, rockwool panels can do the job.

 

Figure 7 Rock Wool Panel Used In Container House

 

What Are Rockwool Sandwich Panels Made of?

Rockwool sandwich panels combine the use of an insulation, which is rockwool and two metal plates mostly made of color steel or stainless steel. The plates and the insulation are combined using special adhesive that ensures these panels remain looking good and functional for a very long time to come.

The top plates could be made of other materials depending on what you want generally. Each client is likely to have a few different uses so it is possible to customize the panels to suit you even better.

 

What Is Rock Wool Panel Roof?

A rockwool panel roof has the same construction as a rockwool wall panel, while the roof own corrugated shape on external surface, for rain drainage purposes. It would have an insulating material with two steel plates on the outside. This ensures that you end up with a highly insulating rockwool roof.

Since the construction is the same, you can expect the overall installation to be the same. The only difference is that this one would be designed to look like other roofing panels.

Figure 8 Rock Wool Panel Roof

 

What’s the Difference Between Rock Wool Panel and EPS Panel?

Both rock wool panel and EPS panel are economic material, so that be widely used in many areas. Let’s see the difference from the two sandwich panel.

 

The Core Materials

As name implies, rock wool panel core material is rock wool, and EPS panel core material is EPS. The production process is same for the both, in continuous production line, workers put rock wool which is in piece or put EPS foam, then be glued and bonded to up and down color steel sheet.

 

The Fire Behavior

EPS fire rate is class B1, with fire retardant. Compared with rock wool fire rate class A.

 

The Weight

EPS panel is light weight material. Density varies from 12kg/m3 to 28kg/m3. Rock wool panel density varies from 80kg/m3 to 120kg/m3. Both EPS panel and rock wool panel is no limit on length. Just rock wool panel, if too long, have to put reinforce steel bar inside to strengthen it.

Below you can check the sqm weight for rock wool.

Note: Volume of Rockwool Calculated above 120kg/m3

 

The Cost

Rock wool panel cost is slightly higher than EPS panel. And same specification, sandwich panel roof price is higher than sandwich panel wall.  Other factors effect price is the density, sandwich panel thickness and surface color steel sheet thickness.

Another one effects cost is the color steel paint types, if no special requirement, manufacturer offers PE paint, can last more than 5 years. When some environment requires acid, alkali and corrosion resistant, to use PVDF paint, then sandwich panel price changes.

For kitchen, someone may use stainless steel surface rock wool panel, cost is higher than color steel.

When you choose sandwich panel, tell supplier your detailed requirement is necessary.

 

The Application

EPS panel be more used as wall and roof for prefab house and steel structure. And rock wool be more used in clean room, and as rockwool acoustic panels used in KTV,  Theater, concert hall etc.

 

What’s the Difference Between Rock Wool Panel and PU Panel?

 

Figure 9 A Sample of Rock Wool Panel Sealed by PU Foam

 

The chances are you are likely to come across the rockwool panels and PU panel when looking to install an insulation panel. It is then best to understand the differences between these two so that you know which one would be better for you.

 

The Core Materials

The major difference between the two is the insulating core material between the steel plates.

The PU panels would have a rigid polyurethane foam as the insulating material. It is continuous foaming between two metals to form the panel. The foam quickly solidifies when injected between the two plates. Once the two are glued together, you end up with a monolithic polyurethane sandwich panels with impressive insulating performance.

The PU panel has impressive insulation performance to make a lot more want to use it for a wide range of applications. It is lightweight and can easily bond to different materials. It is why the PU panel would be ideal for most construction insulation applications.

As for the rock wool panel, it has the mineral wool as its core material. The wool is glued between two color steel plates to form the rock wool panel.

The mineral wool material is fibrous formed by drawing or spinning molten rock or mineral materials such as ceramics and slag. This mineral wool material is good in terms of thermal insulation, fire resistance, filtration, hydroponic growth medium, and soundproofing.

The insulation value of the PU panel is higher than what you get with a rock wool panel. This means that for the same thickness, you would get more insulation with the PU material.

 

The Fire Behavior

As for the fire behavior, the rock wool panel has better performance compared to the PU panel. This is because the rock wool panel consists of inorganic elements that do not contribute to the spread of flames. You can get an impressive fire resistance of up to 4 hours with this material. The fire rate of rock wool panel is class A, and PU panel fire rate is class B.

The rock wool panel also stands out in terms of sound insulation. The mineral wool  materials are good at breaking the acoustic waves thus reducing their intensity. It is why the rockwool panel would be preferred where there is the need for more sound insulation.

 

The Weight

Another noticeable difference between these two panels is the weight. The rock wool panel is mostly heavier than the PU panel. As rock wool panel density usually 80kg/m3-120kg/m3, while PU panel 40-45kg/m3. So, you need more experience when handling and installing rock wool panels.

 

The Cost

For the same thick panel sandwich, rock wool panel price is better than PU panel. Zonsteel 50mm rock wool panel is around 13$ sqm, and price varies as panel thickness and surface color steel thickness, and rock wool density. Also, the rock wool has two types, made by machine and made by hand. The cost is different from the two.

PU panel also has two type, one is cam-lock type, especially for cold room. This PU pane can make any wide and length, fit for cold room design. No cut work on site, make whole cold room a overall unit and with good airtight. Zonsteel price for 100mm cam-lock PU panel price is around 26.6$ sqm. Another one is 1120mm wide PU panel, this panel has only one width, while no limit on length.

 

The Application

Both rock wool panel and PU panel, could be used as sandwich panel wall and sandwich panel roof, for light steel structure. Also could be used as decorative insulation panels for steel structure building.

Rock wool panel and PU panel, also usually used in cleanroom. Caused rock wool panel is incombustible material. While PU panel is required by GSP regulation.

Rock wool panel with its sound-absorbing properties, widely used for KTV, theater, concert hall etc.

PU panel with its good thermal insulation properties, widely used for cold room and commercial building wall cladding panels. This PU wall mostly installed horizontally.

Make sure that the panel that you pick is great for the applications that you might have to handle. This is because they both have pros and cons you need to be aware of when buying the two.

 

What’s the Difference Between Rock Wool Panel and PIR Sandwich Panel?

PIR sandwich panel as the upgrade product of PU panel, has better thermal insulation and better fire rate. So the difference between rock wool panel and PIR sandwich panel is same as the difference between PU panel.

 

What Is Rock Wool Wall Panels?

Rock wool panel wall panel is flat surface, or small groove surface. Flat surface is more popular for clean room, its easy to clean, while can reduce the contamination. Groove surface rock wool wall panel has better strength.

Rock wool wall panel has no limit in length, Zonsteel has more than 15m wall installation experience. The thickness available with 50mm 75mm 100mm 120mm and 150mm. And width available with 1000mm and 1200mm.

Most supplier would be happy to cut panel to custom design size, to save work on site.

The color of rock wool wall panel could be any RAL color.

Figure 10 Rock Wool Panel Wall

What Is Rock Wool Panel HS Code?

Rock wool panel made of surface steel color steel sheet and core rock wool. So that there are two HS code suit for it, one is 730890 and another one 680610. If you have aluminum channel, doors and windows purchased together with rock wool panel, the this HS code 940690 is also applicative, its for prefabricated house.

 

How to Buy Rock Wool Panel?

You may be interested in rock wool panels but you have no idea where to start. Since rockwool panel is a top choice for most people who want to make cleanrooms and other related applications, it makes sense if you can choose it correctly. Here are some considerations for picking the best rockwool panel.

 

The Material

Of course, it will be great if you can always pick a highly durable rockwool panel. This will only happen when you pick one made of durable materials.

In this case am talking about the surface materials. Rockwool material can be the same, but the top surface materials can be different. If your requirement on surface steel with better and thicker paint, higher gram weight  of galvalume, you should expect better durability generally.

 

Manufacturing process

The manufacturing process has an important effect on the durability of the rockwool panel. There are times when manufacturers do a shoddy job of making rockwool panels. That is not what you get with Zonsteel. As such, you can be sure that the rockwool panel would be good.

Zonsteel can always share the steps that go into the production of the rockwool panels to help build confidence in their processes.

 

Customizations

You still have to think about the customizations you can get with the rockwool panel. The users would have different needs for rockwool panels. Luckily, manufacturers would offer customizations in most cases so that you can end up with a panel that you like.

Zonsteel makes modular rockwool panels. This means that you can always change the panels to suit your needs exactly. The support team can also guide you better to picking the best panel size and other customizations.

 

Delivery time

Delivery time is vital. It would be best if you can get the rock wool panel delivered fast. Inquire more about the delivery time before settling for a brand. If the delivery time is within reason, you can always get yourself the rockwool panel.

 

Rockwool properties

The only way you are going to learn about the rockwool panel properties is by requesting the panel catalog. It will help you learn more about what else the manufacturer has used in the manufacturing process so that you can only pick the right panel.

 

Manufacturer reputation

There is no doubt that you need to work with top-rated manufacturers such as Zonsteel. Such manufacturers will know how to make the best panels for you. As such, you will end up with the right panel.

Reviews are your friend in this case. They will largely help you learn more about the brand before committing yourself to purchase rockwool panels from them.

 

Support

You can learn a lot about a company from the support team. If you are treated right, you can also expect the company’s services and products would be great. It is for this reason you should consider getting a rockwool panel from a top-rated brand such as Zonsteel.

The support team is available to quickly give you all the information that you need about the rockwool panels. This helps you make an independent decision on the panels.

 

What Are the Features of Rock Wool Ceiling Panel?

 

Figure 11 Rock Wool Ceiling Panel

 

In case you are in the market for ceiling panels, you should consider rockwool ceiling panels too. The rockwool ceiling panels would provide you with a comfortable internal environment. You can use them for both in the house or a commercial building.

Since it is rockwool, you can expect that the panel would help in retaining heat, reduce fire spreading in the room, and also provide better soundproof performance.

There are a few features that would make rockwool panels quite the choice for most people. Here are some of them.

  1. The panel has exceptional thermal properties. This means that the panels can maintain the overall temperature in the room. When it works with air condition system or HVAC system, can help those equipment to save a lot of energy.
  2. The material has good acoustic properties. It is why it might be used in places where soundproofing is needed.
  3. Fire safety is just as important. You never have to worry much about the fire spreading fast in case you are working with rockwool panels. This allows having enough time to contain the fire and protect whatever is in the house or room.
  4. The rockwool panel would also provide some great aesthetics generally. It all depends on what the manufacturer uses as the finish for the panel. With some nice colors, you end up with a rockwool panel that looks great.

When you can maintain the temperature within the required range, then you can save on energy bills. This means that the AC system will not have to work so hard to maintain the temperature. Eventually, you will notice that the energy bills are no longer too much.

 

Where Is Rock Wool Acoustic Panel Used?

Rockwool acoustic panels are able to do their job well because of the non-directional fibers used to make them. These fibers will trap the noise, making it good at keeping the sound penetration to a minimum. You can always expect that the rockwool will be good at sound deadening.

Acoustic rockwool panels are important for various uses. You can use it mostly in studios, apartments, and even offices. It is possible to find such panels used as ceilings or you can use them as wall panels. This is vital to ensure that you that the sound proofing is even better.

The rockwool acoustic panels are commonly used also in car parks in the basements. This keeps the sound from getting to the offices. It makes sense to keep the noise down in the offices as you would need a quiet environment to work better.

Figure 12 Rock Wool Acoustic Panels

 

What Is the Glass Magnesium Rockwool Steel Sandwich Panel Color?

It is possible to come across different color options when looking for glass magnesium rockwool panels. The most common colors include white, off-white, and more.

Yes, it is possible to choose the right color that works for you. Simply talk to the manufacturer to customize the rockwool panel to have suitable color that you want.

 

What Is the Rock Wool Panel Price?

The rockwool panel price varies based on the manufacturer. However, the rock wool panel is mostly sold based on square meters. You will find that the average cost is around 13$ for 50mm rock wool panel, for both sides steel sheet 0.4mm. When surface steel sheet increase to 0.5mm, price increase around 1.57$/m2.

How Are Rock Wool Panels Shipped?

Before shipping can happen, Zonsteel will make sure that the panels are correctly packaged. This is vital to ensure that they would get to the client in one piece.

The panels are first wrapped in a protective film. This film is vital to prevent the panels from scratching. This is great as you will not have to worry about getting panels that look awful.

After the panels have their protective film, they are then attached to a pallet. It can be a wooden pallet or a metal pallet. This is vital to ensure that the panels are securely held in place correctly. At this point, the panels are ready for shipping even overseas.

 

How to Move Rock Wool Panel?

You are likely to move the rockwool panels by using forklifts or by hand. Each one has a place where they apply best.

Let us say you want to move one or two panels. You will have to consider using two people and move the panels around with ease. This is because these panels are mostly lightweight and will be easy to move around.

That cannot be said for those who want to move the whole pallet of rockwool panels. In such a case, it is best to consider using a forklift. Make sure to spread the base of the forklift so that you can balance the panels right. Such is vital to keep the panels from breaking and you can carry them with ease.

When using the forklift, make sure that you move the panels slowly and watch out for the different obstacles in the warehouse.

Figure 13 Forklift Handle Rock Wool Sandwich Panel

 

How to Pack Rock Wool Panel?

The rockwool panels are mostly packed in a way that helps them maintain their shine. That can only happen when using the right methods. For a company like Zonsteel, it starts by applying a protective film first, then the panels are safely secured on a pallet correctly.

There is no doubt you would like how it fits on the pallet to keep them from moving around.

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For more Rockwool panels for insulation in cold storage facilitiesinformation, please contact us. We will provide professional answers.

 

What’s the Rock Wool Panel Specification?

It is important to choose rockwool panels based on their specifications. Below are some of the specifications you can get with rock wool panels.

 

Metal Surfaces

The metal surfaces are mostly made of steel. It will have an average thickness of 0.4mm, 0.5mm, 0.6mm, and 0.8mm

The metal coating galvalume (GL) ranges AZ50- 150gsm or Galvanized (GI) Zn50- 275gsm.

The paint coating, on the other hand, will be polyester primer. The polyester primer will be 5microns using a light yellow color. It can also have PE coating, HDP coating, PVDF coating, and SMP coating based on the RAL color system you choose. Zonsteel also offer PVC coating, free of plasticisers, its food safe can be used where continuous contact with unpacked foodstuff.

 

Dimensions

The dimensions in this case can vary based on the customer needs. However, there is still the standard option that Zonsteel makes. The dimensions are;

  1. Length has a maximum of 11800mm(limited by 40FT container)
  2. Width is 1200mm/1000mm
  3. Thickness is 50, 75, 80, and 100mm

You can inquire more about the dimensions based on what you want to make.

 

Density

Here we are talking about the density of the rockwool insulation. The density is based on the UNI 6485 standard. The minimum density is 100 ± 8 kg/m³.

 

Fire resistant or loss to fire performance

This value is determine based on UNI 10522 standard. The loss to fire performance is 3.5 ± 0.5 %.

The rockwool panel is also good to withstand the high temperatures. It is estimated that the panel can stand up to 700 degrees C and can remain stable for over 4 hours(when rock wool panel with 2 pcs 9mm MGO board).

A rockwool panel can have many other specifications. Make sure to always request for a product catalog to learn more about these panels before buying.

 

How to Install Rock Wool Panel Wall, Ceiling and Roof?

The best thing about rockwool panels is that they are modular. Zonsteel will make them based on your dimensions. This means that installation becomes a lot easier than when you do not have to keep cutting the panels at the work site. This means the process is relatively the same either when installing walls, ceilings, and roofs.

  1. Start by moving the delivered panels to where you need to install them. It would be nice to have someone to help you with moving the panels to the right location.
  2. If it is a wall, you can use suction cups to hold the panels on either side and position them correctly for installation.
  3. Once the wall panel is in position, use the supplied installation accessories to hold it in place. Just like that, you should be done.
  4. Proceed to apply a sealant to the joints of the panels as directed by the manufacturer. The panels should be able to remain leak free for a long time.

Now that you have installed the wall panels, use the same procedure for the ceiling and roofs too. This will make sure that your panels are aligned properly always and there are no leaks too.

Figure 14 Rock Wool Panel Installation

 

Can I Customize Rock Wool Panel from Zonsteel?

Yes. It is possible to customize the rock wool panels as much as possible from Zonsteel. This is because Zonsteel understands that each client might have different needs for the rockwool panels.

When customizing the rock wool panels, you can change things such as the size. You may want longer panels. Do not worry as Zonsteel will make that happens.

You can still customize the overall color. Yes, the rockwool panels can be part of your decoration. So, it makes sense if they are customized to have the color that you want. Make sure that you always talk to the support team to learn more about the different colors available.

There can be other customization options based on your needs. Always make sure that you talk to the support team to get all the information on any more customizations you might want.

 

Is the Rock Wool Sandwich Panel Corrosive?

No. These panels are not corrosive since they will have stainless steel top plates. The stainless steel material will not corrode even if it is continually exposed to the elements. This would make the rock wool panel last for a very long time generally.

Even if it is made of non-stainless steel, the material can still be pre-painted galvanized steel. This one is also protected from the elements to ensure that you end up with a high-quality sandwich panel. You will not have to worry about it easily corroding.

 

Conclusion

The rockwool panels can have many applications that people love. What is important is that you understand how rockwool panel works. From the guide above, you should know more about the panels and how best to utilize them. In case you need rockwool panels, let Zonsteel handle your order right now to ensure you get the best panels.

2024 Complete Guide for Shed Insulation

Insulated Sheds: The 2024 Complete Guide

Search traffic for sheds, storage sheds, and insulated sheds has all been on the rise, revealing the intense interest for sheds in American consumers. But along with that need for sheds comes the desire to have the best shed possible. Insulated sheds help satisfy that desire whether it be living out of a shed or trying to stay warm when working out in your gym shed. This article is dedicated to describing the ins and out’s of insulated sheds, including answers to common questions, shed insulation prices, and plenty more.

If you don’t want to read the whole article, just click on the section that you want to read in the table of contents. We’ll start out first with some more general questions about shed insulation and why it is important. From there, we’ll flesh out some of the specifics of insulated sheds such as the best insulation for a shed, insulation for a metal shed, and much more!

Can Sheds Be Insulated?

The short answer is yes. In all honesty, insulating a shed is generally a simple process. We’ll get into the “how” of the DIY insulation process a little farther down in the article. For now, we’ll just talk about whether shed insulation is a wise investment for you. Vinyl and wood sheds are both great types of sheds that can be insulated.

To answer the second part of the question, “Should sheds be insulated?”, the answer can vary.

Should Sheds Be Insulated?

This question can depend based on what the use for your shed will be.

Yes, Your Shed Should Be Insulated If…

The answer is “Yes,” IF the use of the shed will be for residential purposes, storage of weather-sensitive items, or a workspace area. Residential purposes could include ideas like a music room, rec room, dining area, guest house, living room, etc. Basically, if you spend a lot of time in your shed, insulating your shed is probably a go-to option. Of course, you want your shed to be as comfortable as possible without having temperatures rise and fall quickly and sporadically. 

Of course, generally, if you’re spending a lot of time in your shed, you’ll most likely have a heating or cooling system in place. Insulating your shed allows for much more efficient energy savings.

No, Your Shed Should Not Be Insulated If…

The answer is “No,” IF you’re not sure what the use of your shed is for yet, or you are looking at buying a plastic or metal shed. Another time insulation may not be worth it is when the purpose of your shed is simply used to store garden equipment like a lawnmower, weed eater, the 23 ½ hoes and rakes that you own, or any other gardening tools.

If you don’t have enough time to insulate the shed yourself, it might not be worth it since you probably don’t spend that much time in your shed anyway and having it done by professionals could turn out to be fairly expensive.

So, in general, the purpose of your shed is one of the main variables that will help you determine whether or not to install insulation in your shed.

Does Insulating A Shed Help?

If by “help” you mean better temperature consistency, more energy savings, better acoustics, or great sound absorption, then yes insulating a shed does help. Here are a couple of detailed reasons why:

Temperature Consistency

The temperature inside of your shed will stay much more consistent when your shed is insulated. If there is no insulation, the temperature in your shed could fluctuate rapidly from cold to hot fairly quickly, depending on the outside temperature. If weather conditions are harsh and extreme in your area, insulation helps save heat and allows for a more consistent temperature. Insulation allows for heat to be retained longer during the winter and cold air to be retained longer in the summer. This helps for weather-sensitive items such as pieces of art, wood furniture, electronics, and nice clothes. 

Increased Shed Life

Insulating a shed is a great way to increase your shed’s durability and overall lifetime value. The insulation also works as a weather resistor, mold resistor, and rot resistor. 

Shed Functionality

This is a logical benefit of insulating a shed. Without insulation in your shed, its functionality is limited to say gardening equipment, or its use is limited to mild temperature zones, etc. However, if your shed is insulated, the door of shed-use possibilities becomes wide open. From a music room where you can grind out some tunes and beats to a small living space where you can enjoy the sunshine and read a book in quietness and tranquility–these options and many more become available with shed insulation.

Calm Workspace

Shed insulation is one of your best friends if you’re looking to create a small office workspace or some other type of space where you can just study or focus in peace and quietness. 

Animal Protection

Are you looking to use your shed for a pet house? Insulation in your shed will keep your pets warm and content by not having them face the extreme temperature fluctuations of a shed that has no insulation. 

Protection Against Dampness

Having a musty, damp storage space, workspace, or recreational space is anything but great. Without insulation, a musty, damp shed space could very well happen. As we mentioned, shed insulation keeps temperatures more consistent which does not allow for sudden temperature drops. This helps keep condensation from happening, which lessens mold and dampness.

Electrical Protection

If you’ve done electrical work in your shed, keeping your shed from getting damp is imperative to your shed’s safety. As we mentioned, shed insulation is a great way to keep that condensation out. Vapor barriers and proper ventilation will also greatly aid this process. We’ll talk more about vapor barriers and proper ventilation later. 

Hopefully, these 7 reasons helped solidify in your mind that an insulated shed is generally much better than a non-insulated shed. Keep reading to learn about the different types of shed insulation.

What Is The Best Shed Insulation?

Great question! The best all-around shed insulation is spray foam insulation. However, if you’re looking for a low-cost DIY option, the best insulation for you may be a roll insulation product such as fiberglass insulation.

It can be difficult to sort through the different styles and insulation materials. And then there’s always the question of “What do you mean by the best insulation.” By best do you mean cheapest? Most cost-efficient? Most effective insulator? As you can see, the “best question” is a little broad. Before we dive into the specifics of that question though, we need to explain a little concept. 

Understanding R-values is key to understanding shed insulation. Why? The reason is that R-values are a method of defining the resistance of heat transfer through a material. In fact, the “R” in R-value stands for just that: resistance. A more in-depth definition of R-values is a quantitative calculation of resistance to thermal energy through a material or, more simply, R-value is a measure of heat conduction. Here’s the R-value formula.

R = ∆T ÷ Heat Flux Through Barrier.

Rest assured. This formula isn’t very hard to understand. The “∆T” stands for the difference between the colder and warmer sides of the insulation barrier or the thickness of the insulation barrier. So we can conclude that: ∆T = thickness of insulation

“Heat flux through barrier” refers to the measurable thermal conductivity of the material, which, in this case, is the shed insulation. 

Let’s give an example. Say you bought insulation that is about 100 mm (4 in.) thick and has a thermal conductivity of 0.5 btu·in. / h·(ft. sq.)·°F. Don’t let the units confuse you. All you need to do is divide 4 in. by 0.5 (4 in. ÷ 0.5) and BINGO! The R-value for your shed insulation is 8. 

There are many different variables that can affect the overall R-value of a piece of insulation. Some of those variables include: 

  • Type of insulation 
  • Thickness of the insulation 
  • Its density 
  • Temperature
  • Aging 
  • Absorption of moisture 
  • The installation process itself 

These are just a few of the different variables. In other words, there are plenty of things that could affect the effectiveness of your shed’s insulation.

Now that you know what R-value is, you may be wondering “What is a good R-value for my shed’s insulation?”

What Is A Good R-Value for Shed Insulation?

A good R-value for shed wall insulation should range between an R-13 and R-23, depending on whether you’re using 2x4s or 2x6s for your shed walls. As far as ceilings or attics go, between an R-30 and R-49 is sufficient. R-13 to R-30 is a good range for shed floors and crawlspaces. To be clear, these R-values greatly depend on where you live and in what temperature zone you may be in. 

This article talks a bit more in-depth about R-values and how to achieve great R-values in your shed.

What Are The Top Forms Of Shed Insulation?

Here are a couple of the main forms of insulation and their definitions.

Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam is a very versatile type of insulation that can be used to help seal and insulate a shed. Although a bit more expensive, it does what most other insulations do not and that is attack any crevice or cranny in your shed and insulate it.

Roll Insulation

Roll insulation is basically large rolls of insulation that can be unwound on your shed roof or siding. Several perks to roll insulation include flexibility and also the ability to be layered for an increased R-value. Roll insulation also allows fewer gaps, providing for more effective insulation. It also works well as a thermal bridge across the joists, allowing for an even better-insulated shed. 

Loose-Fill Insulation

Loose-fill insulation (blown-in) insulation consists of small particles from materials such as cellulose, fiberglass, or mineral wool (stone wool). Loose-fill insulation is probably best installed by professionals because they understand, based on the settled density of loose-fill insulation, how much insulation to place to achieve the desired R-value. The installation process, however, is fast and simple. 

Batt Insulation

More recently, batt insulation has become its own niche of shed insulation. Batt insulation is basically pre-cut pieces of typically fiberglass insulation (we’ll explain fiberglass insulation later) often attached to a vapor barrier to keep moisture from entering the shed. Batt insulation works great as wall, attic, or ceiling insulation. Some of the benefits of batt insulation include affordability and energy efficiency.

Here at Shed’s Unlimited, if you want your shed insulated with batt insulation, we’ll insulate it ourselves for you!

So to sum up, there are plenty of different types of shed insulation forms out there. At Shed’s Unlimited, we use spray foam and fiberglass insulation batts for our insulated sheds. After 30+ years in the shed industry, we recommend spray foam insulation. We’ll tell you a little bit more about spray foam insulation in the next section. Of course, the best insulation option for you may depend somewhat on your shed’s purpose or a variety of other factors. 

What Are The Top Shed Insulation Materials?

This section will highlight some mainstream shed insulation materials, their basic costs, and some benefits for each. 

Fiberglass Insulation

Fiberglass insulation is a very common type of insulation that is most commonly used as batt insulation. Broken down, fiberglass insulation is basically glass fibers that have been spun or stretched out. Fiberglass boasts extreme versatility with a ceiling insulation R-value of around R-30. For 2×4 walls, fiberglass will have an R-value of about R-15, while the R-value for 2×6 walls will be around R-19.

Cost

A rough cost range for fiberglass insulation batts from your local home improvement store is about $0.60 for R-13 insulation and $0.85 for R-30 shed insulation. 

Pros

Fiberglass insulation is a fairly inexpensive way to insulate your shed and is also simple to install, making it a DIY-friendly project. It’s also a great energy saver, poses no potential fire hazard, can be used as sound insulation, and best of all is environmentally friendly. This lets you feel confident and happy by not only upgrading your shed but also helping the environment. Now that’s a deal!

Foil-Faced Bubble Wrap

Although not technically an insulation material (it provides radiation protection), it still makes the list of practical shed insulation options. Composed of plastic air bubbles, foil-faced bubble wrap can act as a thermal break or blocker. What’s better is that it is very install-friendly, making it another practical DIY insulation material. However, foil-faced bubble wrap has a very low R-value (R-1 to R-1.1).

Cost

Although a wide-ranging field, ballpark costs per square foot for bubble wrap insulation from your major home improvement stores will cost around $0.49-$0.50.

Pros

If there is air space in front of it, foil-faced bubble wrap is a great insulator. As mentioned, it’s also a great option for a DIY insulation project. Check out this video if you want to learn more about bubble wrap shed insulation. 

Foam Board

Foam board is just like what it’s called: boards of foam designed to insulate your shed. There are a couple of different types of foam insulations out there including EPS, XPS, and ISO. Let’s break each down a little further.

EPS – EPS or expanded polystyrene is composed of fused beads of plastic. Out of the different foam board options, EPS is probably one of the most affordable. EPS has an R-value of 4 per sq. in.

XPS – XPS or extruded polystyrene is denser than EPS and has a greater R-value–XPS has an R-value of about 5 per sq. in.

ISO – This is a fairly expensive option but has the highest R-value yet at R-5.8 to R-6.5 per sq. in. 

Cost

Overall, the price range for R-5 XPS foam board insulation comes out to about $0.85 per sq. ft. R-10 XPS foam board insulation comes out to about $1.35 per sq. ft.

Pros

Foam boards are water-resistant, are DIY-friendly, and have excellent R-value. It also works great as an air blocker and can also help with moisture control.

Stone Wool

A form of batt insulation, stone wool insulation is slag and basalt rock that is heated to extreme temperatures, mixed together, and then spun out into fibers. Rolls or sheets of stone wool are then made by compressing this mixture together.

Cost

Stone wool costs around $.62-$1.10 per square foot, giving an overall average cost of about $0.90. 

From your major hardware stores, stone wool insulation batts cost around $1.00 per sq. ft. of R-15 insulation, while R-23 insulation comes out at about $1.50 per sq. ft.

Pros

Stone wool is a great sound absorber, is water-resistant, produces no fire hazard, is user-install friendly, is mold and damp resistant, and is also durable.

Spray Foam Insulation

Although spray foam insulation may have a lower R-value, R-value doesn’t take into account the value of sealing a structure, which spray foam excels in. So, even though the R-value of spray foam may be lower than other forms of insulation, spray foam will still likely perform better due to its sealing benefits. Spray foam also adds rigidity to your shed walls, floor, etc.

Cost

Closed Cell Spray Foam insulation will cost somewhere around $6.02 per sq. ft. for 2” (R-14) spray foam, and $9.03 for 3” (R-20) spray foam. Although these insulation costs may seem more expensive, these prices also include the installation cost per sq. ft. as well. Keep in mind that if you want your shed to be insulated by a professional, then the price per sq. ft. of insulation will rise. 

Pros

One benefit of spray foam insulation is that it seals any small cracks, which keeps the air from directly transferring through any mating surfaces. Spray foam also doesn’t mold or hold moisture; as a result, it works great on walls and floors to keep out moisture. Plus, spray foam also adds a bit of strength to the overall structure of your shed.

All in all, we hope this gives you a better understanding of some of the different types of shed insulations.

What Is The Cheapest Shed Insulation?

Bubble wrap would definitely be the cheapest option; however, it’s not technically a shed insulation material. So, the next cheapest shed insulation type would be fiberglass insulation.

DIY Shed Insulation VS. Pre-Insulated Sheds

Here’s a quick overview of the differences between a DIY insulation install and hiring a professional to install the insulation for your shed.

DIY Shed Insulation

Of course, from a financial standpoint, installing the insulation yourself will definitely be cheaper, since labor costs will not be accounted for. You also can get to choose the specific type of insulation that you would like to use for your shed.

Pre-Insulated Sheds

Although getting a professional to install your shed’s insulation costs money, you’ll at least be able to rest knowing your shed’s insulation will be done right. Especially, when talking about loose-fill or spray foam insulation, a professional installer may be the best option. 

How To Insulate Your Shed

This is a process that can be read about all over the Internet. So, we’ll try to provide some helpful information here and then provide some other resources for further learning.

How Long Does It Take To Insulate A Shed?

This depends greatly on your experience in the construction industry. It could take anywhere from a weekend job to a fairly lengthy and intensive project for you. 

Do I Need A Vapor Barrier For My Shed?

If you receive a lot of rain or live in a very damp climate, the answer is yes, due to its importance in keeping rot and mold at bay. If you don’t even know what a vapor barrier is, here is a basic definition: it’s a barrier made from plastic or some other material designed to keep moisture from attacking the inside or outside of your building.

For hot climates, put an exterior vapor barrier on your shed. If you live in a colder climate, install an interior vapor barrier.

How Do You Insulate An Outdoor Shed?

We’ll give you a quick overview of how to do shed wall insulation, shed roof insulation, and shed floor insulation.

How To Insulate Your Shed Walls

Here are a couple of steps to follow when insulating your shed walls.

Step 1

Make sure that your shed doesn’t have any cracks, broken windows, or roof leakage.

Step 2

Next, choose the insulation material that you think will work best for your shed.

Step 3

Decide how to keep moisture out of your shed. A vapor barrier is a great option as well as making sure that leaks, etc. are all sealed off.

Step 4

Take some measurements and find out how much insulation you’ll need to purchase from your local hardware store.

Step 5

Now that you have your insulation, measure between studs and cut the insulation to size. Use adhesive to adhere the foam board to the shed wall. If you’re looking to use loose-fill shed insulation for your shed walls, then consider attaching plywood to your shed frame and filling in the space between the shed wall and plywood with loose-fill insulation. 

Step 6

Make sure that you have ventilation throughout your shed. If there isn’t much insulation in your shed, consider reading this article.

Here are a couple of videos that may help you as well. 

How To Insulate Your Shed Roof From The Inside

A keyword is ventilation. Keep your roof and shed roof insulation well ventilated. Here’s a video going more in-depth on how the shed roof insulation process works.

How To Insulate The Floor Of Your Shed

We’ll answer this question from several different angles. 

Prebuilt Shed Floor

There are a couple of different ways to insulate a prebuilt shed floor. One way is to remove the shed floor and then insulate it. Here are two videos on how to install the insulation.

Part 1

Part 2

Another way is to go underneath your shed and install it from the bottom. This method may take some bravery, but you can do it! Here’s a video showing how.

Plywood Floor

Rigid foam blocks work great for plywood floor insulation. Here’s a helpful guide showing how that process works.

Raised Cabin Floor

With a raised floor, you’ll definitely want to insulate between the joists, and possibly even insulate over the joists (thermal bridging).

What Are The Costs of Sheds With Shed Insulation?

Costs always help give a better picture of a project. That’s why we’re giving a couple of different cost ideas here. We’ll list a couple of sheds with their prices along with shed insulation costs here. Or, you can check out our official shed prices page.

8×12 Standard Workshop Shed With Insulation

Simple, elegant, and useful, the Workshop Sheds is Shed’s Unlimited’s most popular storage solution for your backyard. When folks need economical storage shed to get the garden tools hanging on the walls and the garden tools under a roof, the Economy Workshop Sheds are the number one choice in our Amish shed collection.

The cost for an 8×12 Standard Workshop Shed from Shed’s Unlimited comes out to $2,935–$3,858. We offer fiberglass insulation batts at the following prices:

  • $3.50 per sq. ft. = R-15
  • $6.50 per sq. ft. = R-19
  • $6.10 per sq. ft. (Ceiling Only) = R-30

We offer Closed Cell Spray Foam Insulation at roughly these prices:

  • 2” thickness = $6.10
  • 3” thickness = $9.10

By the way, these prices include the installation fees. Now all you have to figure out is how many square feet of shed space you want to be insulated, then add that to the shed price itself, and BINGO, you’ve got a simple price estimate for an 8×12 insulated shed. 

8×12 Standard MaxiBarn Shed

If you are really serious about maximum overhead space in your backyard building, then the Standard MaxiBarn Shed is one of the most affordable options you’ll find. For getting the most cubic footage in your shed while keeping the most money in your wallet, consider a Standard MaxiBarn Shed.

An 8×12 Standard MaxiBarn Shed costs about $3,165–$4,161. Multiply the square footage of your shed by $3.50-$6.10 (depending on the R-value) or $6.10-$9.10 (based on thickness) and there you have your price estimate.

Sheds That Should Be Insulated

Here’s a quick list of just some shed types that should definitely be insulated.

  • She Sheds
  • Man Caves
  • Rec Rooms
  • Dining Spaces
  • Cabin Sheds
  • Dog Shed
  • AirBnb
  • Personal Gym
  • Office Space
  • Rec room

Like we said, if you’re going to spend a lot of time in your shed, you probably want it to be insulated. Additionally, if you plan to store any kind of temperature-sensitive material in your shed you may want to insulate it.

Insulated Sheds With Electricity

It’s very common to insulate a shed that has been wired with electricity, especially in colder regions. Make sure that you install the electrical work in your shed first, ESPECIALLY if you are using spray foam as your insulation type because once the spray goes on, it’s nearly impossible to remove.

However, you could cut channels for the electrical wires if absolutely necessary, though that is not recommended. If you are using batt or roll insulation, you may have to slice the insulation a bit for the wires to run through. All in all, install the electrical work in your shed first and then insulate it. 

Are Metal Sheds Insulated?

The quick answer is that they can be. Without insulation, rust can occur in a shed from condensation. Without insulation, a metal shed would not work well as a music studio either. If you’d like to learn more about how to insulate a metal shed, here’s a helpful article and a fascinating video.

Are Plastic Sheds Insulated?

Insulated plastic sheds are not a super common occurrence but can be done with bubble wrap or spray foam insulation. Insulating a plastic shed would probably not be a very difficult task.

Should I Insulate My Garden Shed?

Like we said earlier, it depends on your use. If you are just going to use it to store your lawnmower, weedeater, etc. then, no, it’s not necessary. But if weather-sensitive items are going to be stored in your garden shed, then, yes, definitely insulate your shed. So, no, generally you probably should not insulate your garden shed, but it at least should be vented for air circulation.

Conclusion

To sum it up, sheds with insulation are a valuable investment with many benefits. Whether you decide to install the insulation yourself or hire a professional, we can’t wait for you to experience the benefits of a shed with insulation. If you’re interested, Shed’s Unlimited offers storage sheds that can come with high-quality spray foam insulation already installed. Feel free to design your own shed on our 3D Shed Builder or contact us! Happy shed insulating!

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