Can you cut ROCKWOOL slabs?

ROCKWOOL insulation can easily be cut with a long bladed knife or insulation saw available from DIY/Builders Merchant outlets. Please ensure the correct PPE is worn when using or cutting insulation.

What is ROCKWOOL slab?

ROCKWOOL Sound Insulation Slab has been uniquely designed for use in internal and separating walls and floors, to reduce noise from adjacent rooms or properties within the same dwelling. The solution helps to create quiet, peaceful and comfortable spaces in residential and commercial environments.

Can ROCKWOOL be glued?

1. MECHANICAL ATTACHMENT For permanent attachment, ROCKWOOL stone wool (mineral wool) insulation should be mechanically attached or pressure held by supporting members. ADHESIVES Adhesives and adhesive applied stick-pins should NOT be used for permanent attachment of ROCKWOOL stone wool insulation.

Is ROCKWOOL cancerous?

The EPA has classified refractory ceramic fibers as probable human carcinogens. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has determined glass filaments, glass wool, rock wool, and slag wool to not be classifiable as to their carcinogenicity to humans (Group 3).

What kind of insulation is Rockwool slab insulation?

The ROCKWOOL Slab Insulation ranges provide excellent thermal, acoustic and fire insulation (Euroclass A1) for the general building market, in multiple applications including floors, walls and roofs.

What kind of insulation slabs do I Need?

Our range includes cavity wall insulation slabs, loft insulation slabs and flooring solutions to name but a few, with external façade and roof applications also a key part of our offering. Due to the rigid, semi-rigid and flexible nature of our stone wool insulation slabs they can easily be installed in a variety of applications.

Why is stone wool used for sound insulation?

This also ensures they are easy to lay in-between floors as sound insulation slabs too. Stone wool is water repellent while simultaneously allowing water vapour to pass through. This makes our slabs a great addition to ceilings and basements, where moisture and damp could otherwise pose problems.

Can you cut Rockwool that does not hold water?

Although its pores hold water, the stands themselves do not soak it up. Buy Rockwool plugs, blocks or cubes, or buy slabs that are cut easily with shears, a saw or even a bread knife.