| About Pink® Batts® |
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| What is it? |
Range of insulating material made from lightweight, flexible and resilient glass wool. It is recognisable by its pink colour. |
| What does it do? |
It keeps the heat in when it's cold and the heat out when it's hot. It can also reduce levels of noise. |
| Performance |
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| Thermal insulation |
Resistant to heat and cold. Glass wool outperforms most other materials with the same R-value.
The Pink® Batts® range offers different levels of thermal protection, depending on your need. |
| Sound insulation |
Pink® Batts® insulation absorbs sound, dampening inside and outside noise. |
| Fire performance |
Non-combustible – it will not catch fire or melt easily. |
| Rot, mould, humidity and corrosion |
Does not rot. |
| Moisture resistance |
Resistant to moisture. However, it loses its effectiveness if wet. |
| Life of insulation |
50 years plus, depending on where it is installed. |
| Type of product |
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| Glass wool |
Mainly glass (up to 80%) & sand, spun into fibres. The process is similar to the way candy floss is made. |
| Health and safety |
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| Safe product |
Glass wool is safe for humans (based on research). |
| Installation risk |
Wearing protective clothing during installation will prevent temporary skin irritation. |
| Use/Installation |
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| Uses |
Used in wall cavities, ceiling and under floor |
| Installation |
Insulation should be installed correctly, with no gaps, to ensure maximum effectiveness. |
| Environmental impact |
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| Sustainability |
Made from up to 80% recycled glass.
Manufactured in New Zealand, reducing shipping distances. |
| Purchasing |
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| Retail outlets |
Readily available at selected merchants throughout NZ. |
| Cost |
Generally a lower-cost insulation option. |
