Homebuilding & Renovating

Q How do I insulate suspended f loors?

Insulating suspended floors has emerged as a modern solution that addresses recurring problems for homeowners of older properties: namely, preventing draughts, helping to keep a home significantly warmer and prevent energy loss, all while maintaining the integrity of timber suspended floors.

Insulating floors can prove difficult in some instances. However, as well as helping to draughtproof your home, it will also reduce the risk of any rot or damp-related problems with the flooring, which if left unchecked could lead to major issues.

Our guide highlights the importance of insulating suspended floors and explains the steps you can take to keep your timbers in tip-top condition.

SUSPENDED FLOORS EXPLAINED

Suspended timber floors were first introduced in the early 18th

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