8 best manufacturers of mineral wool

An important and very important stage in the performance of construction or repair work is insulation. Each room should have a heat-insulating layer of the floor, ceiling and external walls. One of the most versatile and popular insulators is mineral wool. Manufacturers have developed many different designs and modifications, they differ from each other in composition, dimensions, packaging type and price. When choosing a mini wool one should take into account several important recommendations of experts.

How to choose mineral wool for insulation

1. Kinds. The first step is to deal with the types of insulation material. Mineral wool is considered to be a category of heaters, which are obtained from fibers of solid materials. They are melted at a high temperature and blown the finest threads. Depending on the raw material, glass, slag or stone wool is obtained. Each species has its advantages and disadvantages.
2. Storage. Before you bring mineral wool to the construction site, you need to take care of storage. The best place for this purpose canopy. With the ingress of water and long-term storage, the material loses its properties. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the conditions in which the insulator was located with the seller.
3. The form. Minvat is sold in the form of plates or rolls. Do not be afraid of joints, the use of small pieces or scraps. Only materials of different density should not be used to create a single insulating layer.
4. Manufacturer. With regard to the choice of the manufacturer, then you should determine your financial capabilities. Some experts believe that it is best to buy mineral wool from the manufacturer whose plant is closest to the home of the buyer. In this case, it will be possible to get a freshly made product with lower transport costs.
5. It should be noted that most well-known brands have their branches in Russia. How much the transfer of production to our country affects the quality of products can be judged by the reviews of builders and homeowners.

Our review includes 8 of the best manufacturers of mineral wool. The rating is based on the opinion of the expert community and consumer reviews.

What better foam polystyrene, basalt wool or mineral wool

Type of insulation	Virtues	disadvantages
Styrofoam	+ moisture resistance + lightness + low price + good adhesion	- vapor tightness - easily breaks and crumbles - afraid of ultraviolet radiation
Basalt wool	+ environmental friendliness + low thermal conductivity + fire safety + variety of packages	- high price - rodents form nests - low moisture resistance
Mineral wool	+ affordable price + rich assortment + versatility + fire resistance	- poor adhesion - dangerous to human health - tracking

Rating of the best manufacturers of mineral wool

Nomination	a place	Name of product	rating
The best manufacturers of mineral wool in terms of price-quality ratio	1	Rockwool	4.9
	2	Knauf	4.8
	3	Isover	4.7
	4	Paroc	4.7
	5	Ursa	4.7
	6	Izovol	4.6
The best manufacturers of inexpensive mineral wool	1	Beltep	4.7
	2	TechnoNIKOL Rocklight	4.6

The best manufacturers of mineral wool in terms of price-quality ratio

The production of mineral wool of many well-known brands established in the territory of our country. As a result, good quality products are sold at an affordable price. The experts selected several successful manufacturers operating in the domestic market.

Rockwool

Rating: 4.9

The Danish company Rockwool is the undisputed leader in the world in the production of mineral wool. However, experts gave the first place in the rating not for the brand's fame. Employees of the company were able to accumulate a wealth of experience in the manufacture of thermal insulation materials, beginning to work in 1909. Today, plants in Russia have been commissioned. Now, high quality stone wool is sold at reasonable prices. Insulations of this brand are preferred by professional builders.

Experts have identified several major advantages of rockwool Rockwool. It is environmental friendliness, fire safety, good noise absorption, long service life. Users note the lack of shrinkage and shedding, a large selection of sizes and packaging options.

Knauf

Rating: 4.8

A wide range of building materials is produced by the well-known German concern Knauf. The manufacturer began production of finishing materials in 1932. One of the most popular materials in our country is the mineral wool. It is made mostly based on basalt fiber. For specialized use, glass fiber heat insulators are also available. Experts pay attention to the ease of choice of insulation for different designs. The company produces 5 series, among which there are products for roofing, walls, ceiling, acoustic partitions. Another line is a universal mineral wool.

Users do not always choose the right insulation. Therefore, the manufacturer is criticized for irritating glass dust. The brand takes the second place in the rating.

Isover

Rating: 4.7

Isover has a wealth of experience in the manufacture of insulation materials. It is a subsidiary of the large Saint-Gobain group. Isover was one of the first to break into the Russian market, so the brand name became a household name. The manufacturer experts distinguish two areas of activity. The most eco-friendly insulation can be created on the basis of stone wool. The product has excellent elasticity and durability. When laying, no dust is generated, no unpleasant smell is emitted. Even glass wool delivers a minimum of inconvenience to builders in terms of spiny.

Experts agree with users in the opinion that the quality of thermal insulation is somewhat inferior to the leaders of the rating. But the ratio of price and quality of the brand is one of the best.

Paroc

Rating: 4.7

One of the most popular brands of thermal insulation in construction forums is Paroc. Finnish manufacturer focused on the release of energy-efficient panels of basalt wool. The company's plants are located in different countries of the world, but at the same time the good quality of insulation remains unchanged. Even the Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev was present at the opening of the enterprise in Tver (12/03/2013). Minvat more than once celebrated at various exhibitions of building materials.Experts point out such material advantages as safety, fire safety. Builders say ease of installation, resistance to weathering.

Users do not recommend to buy a mineral wool with a low density, and installation work should be carried out in personal protective equipment.

Ursa

Rating: 4.7

A new line of mineral watts was developed by Ursa. The brand was born as a result of the merger of the Spanish concern URALITA Group and the German manufacturer of thermal insulation materials Pfleiderer. Three production sites successfully operate in our country under the flag of URSA Eurasia. The fiberglass plates were replaced by mineral wool from natural raw materials, which is bound with acrylic-containing components. The PureOne series has received a lot of flattering feedback from experts and professional builders.

The strengths of the brand include good heat and sound insulation, resistance to deformation and weather effects. The disadvantage is zero vapor permeability and frequent skin irritation among workers.

Izovol

Rating: 4.6

The IZOVOL basalt wool has excellent technical characteristics. The plant in Belgorod produces a wide range of thermal insulation materials for roofs, walls and ceilings. The manufacturer specializes in the production of basalt wool, which meets the stringent requirements of domestic and foreign standards. Products are supplied not only to the Russian market, but also to the CIS countries. Experts highly appreciate such indicators as incombustibility, lightness, wide scope of application.

Users are satisfied with the affordable price of mineral wool, the presence in the sale of the entire range of the company. Of the disadvantages of shedding during installation is noted, so working without personal protective equipment is not safe. Therefore, Izovol misses the leading position in the ranking.

The best manufacturers of inexpensive mineral wool

Good insulation materials can be found in the budget segment. Manufacturers deliberately save on some technical characteristics to make the heat insulator as affordable as possible. Here are a couple of successful brands.

Beltep

Rating: 4.7

Belarusian mineral producer Beltep sells high-quality mineral wool in the budget segment in the domestic market. The heat insulator is made of basalt, and is implemented in the form of rolls or plates of different thickness. The experts liked the good vapor permeability, which allows the homeowner to save on an effective ventilation device. The advantages of the material include flameproof, high stiffness, dimensional stability, ease of cutting and installation.

Users prefer Belarusian Minvu not only because of low prices, but also because of decent quality. In the budget segment, it compares favorably with products made in Russia. Therefore, Minvata Beltep tops our rating.

TechnoNIKOL Rocklight

Rating: 4.6

The minvata of TechnoNIKOL is gradually gaining popularity in the building materials market. The manufacturer has developed a Rocklight heat insulator, the basis of which becomes basalt fiber. The material can be used for warming inclined, horizontal or vertical bases.According to experts, the strengths of the mineral wool are fire safety, high vapor permeability, low thermal conductivity, simplicity and ease of installation.

Users managed to identify some shortcomings that influenced the position in the ranking. Minvatsu gnaw mice, the material gives off an unpleasant smell, the insulation keeps the finish poorly, the sheets break easily.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.