The best thermal insulators to use that will keep you cool this summer!

2024-04-13 18:00:00

Optimizethermal insulation of one’s home has become a major concern for many households, especially in the face of increasingly frequent heat waves. Good insulation not only allows reduce energy consumption, but also to increase the comfort of life within the home. In this article, we will explore the best insulation options to protect against heat, the critical areas of heat loss in a home, as well as useful tips for supplementing insulation with simple everyday actions.

Thermal insulation optimized is essential for comfort and energy saving.

• Thermal phase shift is crucial for maintain a pleasant indoor temperature.
• The areas of loss major ones are roofs, walls, windows and floors.
• Of the financial help are available for insulation work.
• Eco-gestures such as vegetation contribute to thermal comfort.

Understanding thermal phase shift for effective insulation

The thermal phase shift refers to the time it takes for exterior heat to pass through insulation and enter the interior of a building. A good phase shift means that the heat of the afternoon will not reach the living rooms until the evening or night, when temperatures are cooler. This is crucial to maintain a pleasant indoor temperature without overusing air conditioning systems.

Insulators with a phase shift greater than 10 hours are particularly suitable for regions subject to high heat. Among these insulators, we find:

On the other hand, certain insulators have lower thermal phase shift performances, such as mineral wool (glass wool, rock wool) and synthetic insulators (polystyrene, polyurethane), which are less suitable for high solar exposure.

Insulation Thermal phase shift time Wood wool (panels) 12 hours Cork (panels) 13 hours Cellulose wadding 10 hours

Critical areas of heat loss in your home

Heat losses mainly occur through rooftopsTHE mursTHE Windows and the sols. Identifying these weak points is essential for planning insulation work effectively. Attics, for example, are responsible for 25 to 30% of heat loss in summer and winter: their insulation is therefore a priority.

For glass walls, the use of double or triple glazing with reinforced insulation and argon filling can significantly reduce heat exchange. South-facing facades also require special attention and can benefit from external insulation, which preserves the thermal inertia of the walls while avoiding thermal bridges.

Floor insulation is generally less of a priority but can be useful in specific situations, for example for rooms above unheated cellars or garages. The techniques vary from installing insulating panels under the floor to injecting loose insulation.

Insulation and financing available

Fortunately, modernize thermal insulation of one’s housing does not rest solely on the shoulders of the owners. Financial aid is available to reduce the cost of insulation work. Among them, we find:

• The Energy Bonus, as part of the Energy Savings Certificates
• MaPrimeRénov’, granted by the National Housing Agency (ANAH)
• The zero-rate eco-loan (Eco-PTZ), allowing you to finance energy renovation work
• VAT reduced to 5.5% for insulation work carried out by professionals

It is advisable to consult an RGE (Recognized Environmental Guarantor) professional to establish a precise diagnosis of the insulation needs of your home and to ensure the quality of the work carried out.

Additional Tips for Keeping Your Home Cool

Complete the thermal insulation of your home with eco-gestures makes it possible to further increase the effectiveness of the fight against heat. Among the simple and accessible advice:

Plant the garden and exterior walls to benefit from the shade and freshness of the plants

Install anti-heat films on windows exposed to the sun

Close shutters or curtains during the hottest hours to limit heat entry

Turn off standby electrical appliances that generate heat

Adopting these few habits can significantly improve the thermal comfort of a home in addition to good insulation, while helping to reduce energy consumption.

The fight against heat is a multifaceted challenge which requires both reflection on the insulation of one’s home, but also the adoption of good reflexes on a daily basis. By choosing the right materials and implementing simple actions, it is possible to have a comfortable summer while preserving the environment.

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