Glass wool insulation, often called fiberglass, insulates roofs, ducts and equipment at moderate temperatures.
It comes in 50 and 100 mm blankets.
What is a glass wool insulation?
Mineral and ceramic fibre insulation comes as flexible blankets, rolls and rigid boards. Ceramic fibre handles the highest temperatures, so it lines furnaces, kilns and boiler doors. Rockwool (stone wool) suits hot pipes, ovens, fire protection and sound control. Fibreglass is light and common for ducts, roofs and moderate temperature equipment.
Thickness and density set the insulating value. Therefore, thicker blankets are used on hotter surfaces or where heat loss must be lower.
Further reading
- Mineral wool (Wikipedia)
- Refractories (Wikipedia)
- Glass wool (Wikipedia)
Key terms explained
- Ceramic fibre
- Alumina-silica fibre for very high temperature insulation.
- Rockwool
- Stone wool made from molten rock spun into fibre.
- Fibreglass
- Glass fibre insulation, light and low cost.
- Density
- Mass per volume, which affects strength and insulating value.
- Classification temperature
- The temperature class a refractory fibre is rated for.
Features and benefits
- Blankets in 25 to 100 mm thickness.
- Ceramic fibre for very high heat.
- Rockwool and fibreglass for general heat and sound.
- Boards for rigid linings.
- Cuts to shape on site.
Technical specifications
| Product | Fiberglass insulation |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 50 or 100 mm |
| Packing | Confirm with quote |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
Sizes, grades and ratings depend on stock and model. Tell us what you need, and we will confirm before you order.
Applications of a glass wool insulation
- Boiler doors and casings. Ceramic blanket and board.
- Furnaces and kilns. Hot face backup.
- Steam pipes. Rockwool lagging under cladding.
- Ovens and dryers. Panel insulation.
- Exhaust and flue. Heat shielding.
- Roof insulation. Fibreglass rolls.
- Duct wrap. Fibreglass with foil facing.
- Fire stopping. Rockwool in walls and slabs.
- Acoustic panels. Sound absorption.
- Tank insulation. Hot water and process tanks.
How to choose and install
- Match the material to the maximum temperature.
- Choose thickness for the heat loss you can accept.
- Wear gloves, long sleeves and a dust mask when cutting fibre.
- Clad outdoor insulation against rain.
Why choose Sparks Plumbing Experts
- Tubes and sheets in many sizesPipe insulation tubes and sheets cover common copper and steel pipe sizes.
- Tapes and finishing materialsInsulation tapes and related materials help you seal joints properly.
- Condensation adviceWe help you choose a wall thickness that keeps cold pipes dry in your conditions.
- Matched to your pipeworkOrder insulation together with the copper pipe it covers.
- Visit or collect in NairobiOur store is at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, in the Industrial Area, so you can see parts before you buy or collect your order.
- Quotes your wayAsk for prices by phone, WhatsApp, email or the online quote form, whichever suits you on site.
- Over 1,600 products in one placeOur catalogue covers 55 categories, so one supplier can handle most of your parts list.
- Help choosing the right partSend a nameplate photo, a drawing or the old part, and we help you match size and specification.
- Single items or project quantitiesWe price a single replacement part just as readily as a full site order.
- Supply across East AfricaWe serve customers across Kenya. We also supply buyers in Uganda, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Rwanda, Burundi, DR Congo, Ethiopia and South Sudan.
Related products and accessories
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Ordering from Sparks Plumbing Experts
We supply customers across Kenya. We also serve buyers in Uganda, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Rwanda, Burundi, DR Congo, Ethiopia and South Sudan. You can collect from our store at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, Nairobi, or ask us about delivery to your site. Send your quantities and specifications, and we will reply with prices and availability.
Request a Quote WhatsApp 0726 086 895
Frequently asked questions
What details do you need to quote insulation blankets?
Tell us the material, thickness, roll or board size and quantity. A photo of the old part, a nameplate or a drawing also helps. Then call or WhatsApp 0726 086 895, or use the quote form on this page.
Do you deliver insulation blankets outside Nairobi?
Yes. We supply customers across Kenya. We also serve buyers in Uganda, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Rwanda, Burundi, DR Congo, Ethiopia and South Sudan. Delivery or courier arrangements are agreed when you confirm the order.
How much does a insulation blanket cost in Kenya?
The price depends on the item, size or model and the quantity. Therefore, send your list with a quote request and we will reply with current figures.
Which insulation is best for a boiler door?
Ceramic fibre blanket or board, because of the high temperature.
Is fibre insulation safe to handle?
Wear gloves, long sleeves, goggles and a dust mask, and follow the safety data sheet.
Can rockwool get wet?
It should be kept dry. Clad it outdoors.
What thickness should I use?
It depends on surface temperature and the heat loss you accept. Ask us.
Do you supply cladding?
Ask us for aluminium sheet and foil options.
Where can I buy Glass wool insulation in Kenya?
Buy it from Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, Industrial Area, Nairobi. We are open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, and Saturday, 9 am to 12 noon. You can also order by phone or WhatsApp on 0726 086 895. We deliver across Kenya and to Uganda, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Rwanda, Burundi, DR Congo, Ethiopia and South Sudan.
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