ThermoJute
Geographic availability
Europe
Origin / Location of manufacturing / Processing plant
Germany
Application and typical uses of the product
ThermoJute insulation is applied in between timber roof rafters, timber wall studs or ceiling/floor timber joists.
Breakdown of Product
85-90% Jute fibres,
8-10% PET fibres (binding agent),
2-5% soda (fire retardancy)
% Recycled Content
85-90%
Thermal conductivity (k) W/m°C or Thermal transmittance (U-value) - W/m2°C (If applicable)
k = 0.038 W/mK
Is the resource Renewable or Finite?
renewable
Does the material need to be processed further or treated by the user
No
Buildability - how complex is installation? What skill level is required?
The product is easily ‘friction fitted’ in between timbers and no special skills are required.
Deconstruction and Re-use
Yes
Disposal/ End of Life
No special disposal procedures required.
Types, textures, specifications and colours currently available
1 type available; supplied in a range of thicknesses and two widths (375 or 580mm).
Is this product certified?
Yes. ETA 14/0479 (European Technical Assessment).
Lifespan of materials if maintained correctly (years)
60 years minimum.
Availability - how easy is it to source the material
Readily available.
Supplier Name
Ecological Building Systems UK Ltd
Main Contact
Penny Randell
Contact Address
The F Brown Building, Cardewlees, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 6LF
Telephone Number
01228 711 511
Email
pennyrandell@ecologicalbuildingsystems.com
