Metisse: sustainable insulation made from recycled cotton
Sustainable insulation plays an important role in energy-efficient and environmentally friendly construction. With materials such as recycled cotton and cellulose, you combine excellent insulation performance with minimal environmental impact. Discover the benefits and applications.
What is sustainable insulation?
Sustainable insulation includes materials and techniques that have a minimal impact on the environment throughout their lifecycle. From production to disposal, these materials are designed to reduce energy loss, thus lowering energy costs and decreasing CO₂ emissions. Sustainable insulation plays a crucial role in promoting eco-friendly construction practices and reducing the ecological footprint of buildings.
Different types of sustainable insulation
An example of sustainable insulation is recycled textile insulation, such as cotton insulation. Another option is cellulose insulation, made from recycled paper and cardboard. Both materials are environmentally friendly and contribute to waste reduction while providing excellent insulating properties.
What is Metisse cotton insulation?
Metisse cotton insulation, also known as cotton fibre insulation, is one of the most environmentally friendly choices due to its use of natural and recycled materials. The fibres of these materials are processed into flexible insulation boards or rolls, which excel in both thermal and acoustic performance. This makes Metisse ideal for use in walls, roofs, and floors.
A frequently asked question that arises is: "Is cotton soundproof?" The answer is: yes, cotton is soundproof. Metisse is acoustic insulation and has good sound-absorbing properties. With an absorption coefficient of up to 0.95, Metisse provides an effective solution for reducing echo and impact noise. This makes it particularly suitable for spaces where good acoustics are important.
How is Metisse insulation made?
Metisse is made by recycling old clothing, such as jeans. The cotton fibres are compressed into insulation boards and treated for fire safety and durability. This process is an example of a circular economy, where waste is turned into quality products.
Benefits of Metisse sustainable insulation?
- Sustainability: Metisse insulation is made from recycled clothing, which saves natural resources. Metisse is therefore bio-based.
- Thermal insulation: Metisse offers a high R-value, meaning it retains heat exceptionally well.
- Sound absorption: The dense fibre structure provides effective sound dampening.
- Safe to use: Metisse insulation is completely free of harmful substances and does not cause skin irritation. This is a significant advantage over insulation materials such as glass or rock wool, which can often cause irritation during handling.
Applications of cotton insulation
Cotton insulation is widely used in:
- Walls: For improving sound insulation and thermal performance in interior walls.
- Roofs: Ideal for roof insulation due to the combination of thermal resistance and sound absorption.
- Floors: For both thermal insulation and reducing impact sound between floors.
- Sustainable construction: A popular choice in eco-friendly projects due to the use of recycled materials.
Ecosorb
The cotton insulation we offer is called Ecosorb. Ecosorb Metisse is a sustainable acoustic panel with excellent sound absorption (α 0.95). It consists of 85% recycled clothing and is produced in Europe. The panels are dimensionally stable, strong, and flexible, with a density of 45 kg/m³.
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