Insulating your home is a great way to keep it cosy and warm in the wintertime. But could adding layers of insulation make your home too hot in the summer?
The good news is, adding insulation to your home will only make it more comfortable and eco-friendly, no matter the temperature outside. Even better, it could also save you some money on your energy bills.
If you’re looking for a cost-effective way to upgrade your home, insulation is one of the best ways to go.
How does insulation work?
Insulation helps to regulate the internal temperature of your home by slowing down the rate at which heat transfers from one place to another. In winter, it stops heat from escaping your home to keep it snug inside. And in summer, it stops as much outside heat from getting in.
This is the same principle at work with insulated travel cups and vacuum flasks, which keep hot drinks and soup nice and warm, and cold drinks chilled for hours on end.
This means that insulating your home does not make it hotter in summer: in fact, it helps keep things cool when it’s hot outside.
Types of insulation
Some insulation materials are more effective than others, and some are more eco-friendly if you want a sustainable solution.
The most common types of home insulation are:
- Glass wool insulation – this comes in rolls or blankets with foil backing and may be made from recycled glass bottles. Easy to install and cost-effective.
- Rock wool insulation – made of minerals, this is a firm insulation which is resistant to heat and fire.
- Sheet insulation – this is more expensive but more effective, and is commonly used in loft conversions where space is at a premium.
- Spray foam insulation – liquid foam is poured into wall cavities which expands to fill gaps, making this perfect for oddly-shaped spaces.
- Sheep wool – blankets of natural sheep wool can be used between roof beams, under floors and in solid walls as an alternative to man-made materials.
What type of insulation you choose will depend on your house, budget and insulating needs.
How do I make my home cooler in summer?
Insulating your home is one of the best ways to regulate its indoor temperature during hot weather.
Investing in this simple home upgrade also has the added benefit of keeping it warmer in winter. This means you’ll be spending less on heating bills, and your energy bills in summer will be lower as well because you won’t be relying on electric fans.
Other ways to keep cool include closing your curtains during bright days, as well as opening windows at night.
Wondering what type of insulation is best for your house? We offer bespoke solutions to keep every home cool and cosy. Get in touch today, and we can help.
