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Flat roof insulation boards

Building, refurbishing, or retrofitting a flat roof deck? Do it the correcticel way.

Flat roof construction requires specialised insulation boards to support energy efficiency, minimise heat loss, and maintain durability in both new builds and refurbishment projects.

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Get flat roof insulation right

When you choose Recticel, you're choosing quality – our insulation boards are extremely robust and will last for decades to come.

Retrofitting flat roof insulation is difficult, messy, and time-consuming. You'll also have to pull up the existing waterproof layer. So we'd always recommend getting it right the first time.
 

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The best insulation boards for flat roofs

We're guaranteed to have the perfect insulation solution for every flat roofing application.

Our flat roof insulation boards meet the very highest standards for durability, compressive strength, and thermal performance. By preventing moisture buildup and condensation, they'll also help prolong the life of your roof.

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Deck-VQ® Vacuum Insulation

Vacuum insulation board that maximises thermal performance projects with limited space. Truly your Problem Solver.

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Why choose the correcticel way?

High Performance, lightweight materials

High Performance, lightweight materials

Easy to handle, easy to install

Easy to handle, easy to install

Enhanced energy efficiency, lower heating costs

Enhanced energy efficiency, lower heating costs

Promotes sustainability by reducing carbon emissions

Promotes sustainability by reducing carbon emissions

More consistent indoor temperatures

More consistent indoor temperatures

Protects roof and prolongs its lifespan

Protects roof and prolongs its lifespan

💡 What flat roof insulation boards should I use?

Flat board insulation is one of the best weight-bearing insulation types, but choosing the right product will depend on several factors, including the type of roof you're working on and the U-values you want to achieve. 

Here's a guide to our four flat roof insulation boards, so you can get it correcticel first time.

Our Powerdeck® Boards:

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Powerdeck® F

Powerdeck® F is a PIR insulation board designed for flat roods on both new builds and refurbishment projects. Compatible with multiple waterproofing systems, Powerdeck® F can be used with built-up felt, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes.

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Powerdeck® U

Powerdeck® U is a PIR insulation board that's specifically designed for warm flat roofs with bituminous torch-on felt waterproofing systems. Powerdeck® U provides excellent stability and has a compressive strength of >150kPa.

Our Deck-VQ® and Eurothane® Eurodeck Boards:

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Deck-VQ®

Deck-VQ® features encapsulated Vacuum Panel Insulation (VIP) with a core lambda of 0.006. It makes Deck-VQ® ideal for flat roofs with limited space. Deck-VQ® allows you to deliver performance without requiring additional modification to existing roofs.

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Eurothane® Eurodeck

Eurothane® Eurodeck is a thermal insulation board for use in warm flat roofs under mechanically fixed single-ply membrane waterproofing systems. Faced on both sides with multi-layer coated aluminium foil it is perfect for new builds and refurbishments.

💡 Warm roof vs cold roof. What's the difference?

➡ Warm roof deck construction

Warm roof deck construction is the UK's preferred choice for homes.

Some of our insulation boards are designed for warm roofs, where insulation is placed above the timber deck and below the waterproof membrane, protecting against rain, wind, and temperature extremes. Warm roof decks also typically include a vapour control layer beneath the insulation.

As the name suggests, warm roof deck construction keeps the deck void at a similar temperature to the roof, eliminating the need for ventilation by reducing condensation risk, while also minimising heat loss, improving energy efficiency, and lowering heating bills. 

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➡ Cold roof deck construction

Cold roof deck construction is less common and mainly used in refurbishment projects. 

With cold roof decks, insulation is installed below the deck, between the timber joints at ceiling level. As such, there's no need to replace the existing waterproof layer or raise the roofline, assuming the deck's structural integrity is intact. 

Cold roof decks are at greater risk of condensation since void temperatures are colder than the room below, which can lead to moisture damage. However, they also typically have lower installation costs, take up less space, better support foot traffic, and are well-suited for outbuildings. 

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Calculate U-values the correcticel way

Our handy calculator tool can get the U-value you need in seconds.

Get prepared for your next project and try our free-to-use online U-value calculator now!

 

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