nilvent

nilvent is a breathable membrane suitable for use in unventilated pitched roof and timber frame wall applications. The membrane is waterproof, non-tenting and airtight at normal building pressures.

Product Highlights

Waterproof - can be used as a temporary roof covering
Non-tenting and lightweight
Airtight at normal building pressures
Excellent water vapour permeability
Strong - excellent nail tear and tensile strengths

Quiet under wind loading
Durable - heat and UV stable

Kingspan Kooltherm K107 Unventilated Between Over Rafters Sarking

What are Sarking Boards?

Sarking boards are softwood boards, that are attached to the rafters of a pitched roof

Knowledge Article4 min read

How To Insulate A Loft Conversion Article 4:3

How to Insulate a Pitched Roof at Rafter Level

When insulating a pitched roof at rafter level there are many considerations to look at

Knowledge Article5 min read

Why are Counter Battens Used in Pitched Roofs?

Find out why counter battens needed in your roof build up

Knowledge Article4 min read

The Difference Between a Breather Membrance and a VCL Article

What is the Difference Between a 'Breather Membrane' and a 'VCL' (Vapour Control Layer)?

‘Breather membrane’ and ‘vapour control’, there are a couple of important differences

Knowledge Article4 min read

nilvent

nilvent is a breathable membrane suitable for use in unventilated pitched roof and timber frame wall applications. The membrane is waterproof, non-tenting and airtight at normal building pressures.

Product Highlights

Waterproof - can be used as a temporary roof covering
Non-tenting and lightweight
Airtight at normal building pressures
Excellent water vapour permeability
Strong - excellent nail tear and tensile strengths

Quiet under wind loading
Durable - heat and UV stable