HEMP BLOCKS

CATALOGUE
2019

Your materials for a sustainable construction.

 EDITORIAL

Do you wish to build or renovate your

home without compromising?
To not have to make the choice between comfort and respect for your health, your family’s
health or our planet? This is the challenge taken up by the IsoHemp engineering team who
are actively working on the development of innovative and unique products to enable the
design of your future home. With IsoHemp, you will no longer have to choose between
thermal, acoustic or humidity comfort because we offer a quality solution to respond to your
environmental concerns.

To reach this goal, six years ago we created IsoHemp, the industrial manufacturer of products
for sustainable construction. The company quickly specialised in the production of a block
with appealing technical features and which meets the challenges of tomorrow: the hemp
block IsoHemp was born.

Intended for insulating buildings, it is ideal for regulating temperature, humidity and noise
pollution. Thanks to its high inertia, it is capable of sustainably storing heat in the house and
radiating it over several hours. Its excellent hygrometric capacity helps maintain a stable
humidity level inside the dwelling thereby avoiding an uncomfortable too dry or too humid
environment. In addition, its mass and highly porous nature prevents the reverberation of
most airborne noises and accordingly makes it possible to obtain unparalleled acoustics.

In addition to its excellent technical performance, the hemp block also offers exceptional
standards of health and environmental quality. It complies perfectly with the most stringent
requirements in terms of sustainable development: it is manufactured using a very energy-
efficient production process from 100% natural materials (lime and hemp), sourced from
local industries. Better still, building or insulating your house with hemp blocks enables the
sustainable storage of over 2 tons of atmospheric CO2, so a (very) positive carbon footprint!

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 SUMMARY

Editorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
6 cm hemp block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
9 cm hemp block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
12 cm hemp block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
15 cm hemp block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
20 cm hemp block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
25 cm hemp block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
30 cm hemp block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
36 cm hemp block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
30 cm and 36 cm pre-drilled block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
30 cm and 36 cm U block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Mortar adhesive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Lintels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
HempBag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Prokalk lime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
PCS interior plaste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Angle bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Fasteners and screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

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 THE HEMP BLOCK
Technical characteristics of the hemp block

Very versatile, the IsoHemp hemp block responds to many challenges both for new builds and renovations,
whether in single-family or multi-family dwellings or commercial buildings.

RANGE OF BLOCKS HOLED BLOCK U-BLOCK

› SUMMARY TABLE
Technical characteristics Block 6 Block 9 Block 12 Block 15 Block 20 Block 25 Block 30 Block 36 Unit
Thickness 6 9 12 15 20 25 30 36 cm
Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocks/m²
Maximum block weight 4,6 7,1 9,2 11,5 15,3 20 23 27,5 kg
Bulk density when dry 340 kg/m³
Adhesive consumption 2,4 3,6 4,7 5,8 7,8 9,7 11,6 14 kg/m²
Dry thermal resistance 0,90 1,34 1,79 2,24 3 3,73 4,48 5,37 m²K/W
Thermal resistance at 50% RH 0,85 1,27 1,69 2,11 2,82 3,52 4,23 5,07 m²K/W
Thermal conductivity λ 0,071 W/mK
Phase shift 3,9 5,9 7,9 9,8 13,1 16,4 19,7 23,6 h
Sound reduction index* Rw 37 38 39 40 42 43 44 45 dB
Acoustic absorption coefficient α 0,85
Equivalent air layer thickness Sd 0,17 0,25 0,34 0,42 0,56 0,70 0,84 1,00 m
Water vapour resistance factor μ 2,8
Compressive strength 300 kPa
Dimensional tolerance +4 ; -2 mm
Without render B, S1, d0
Reaction to fire
With render A2
Resistance to fire with render 60 120 min

Technical characteristics O Blocks U Blocks Unit

Thickness 30 36 30 36 cm
Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
Maximum block weight 19,7 24,3 15,3 18,3 kg
Diameter of the recess 15 18 15 x 20 18 x 20 cm
Cross-section of the recess 177 254 300 360 cm²
Adhesive consumption 11 12 10 12 kg/m²

* Masonry hemp block with render on one side - extrapolated value

Download the technical data sheets from www.isohemp.com.

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THE HEMP BLOCK PAL06
6 Block – Thickness 6 cm
The 6cm hemp block is the ideal product for interior renovating. Residents
benefit from the qualities of the material while maintaining maximum space. It
is particularly suitable for isolating small rooms, old brick/stone walls or damp
partitions.

› ADVANTAGES
Technical characteristics Value Unit Standard

* Hemp masonry block coated on one side - extrapolated value

Thickness 6 cm
 Little loss of living space Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
 Natural humidity Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocs/m²
regulation
Maximum block weight 4,6 kg
 The benefits of thermal Bulk density when dry 340 kg/m³ EN 772-13
inertia
Adhesive consumption 2,4 kg/m²
 Quick and easy Dry thermal resistance 0,9 m²K/W EN 12667
implementation
Thermal resistance at 50% RH 0,85 m²K/W EN 12667
Thermal conductivity λ 0,071 W/mK EN 12667
Phase shift 3,9 h ISO 13786
Sound reduction index* Rw 37 dB ISO 10140-2
Acoustic absorption coefficient α 0,85 EN ISO 354 : 2003
Equivalent air layer thickness Sd 0,17 m EN ISO 12572
Water vapour resistance factor μ 2,8 EN ISO 12572
Compressive strength 300 kPa EN 772-1
Dimensional tolerance +4 ; -2 mm EN 772-16
Without render B, S1, d0 NF EN 13501-1
Reaction to fire
With render A2 NF EN 13501-1

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
INTERIOR INSULATION

Great for interior renovations, it applies quickly and easily to all surfaces (wet or dry walls).
It is bonded to the existing wall or can be used as formwork for shotcrete or as form
panels.

Packaging Value Unit

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 145 cm
Maximum weight of a pallet 600 kg
Number of blocks per pallet 120 blocks/pallet
Number of m² per pallet 21,60 m²/pallet
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocks/m²
Storage 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 years if covered

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 THE HEMP BLOCK PAL09
9 Block – Thickness 9 cm
The 9cm hemp block is specially adapted for interior insulation or for assembling
thin partition walls. It adds significant comfort to the home and makes it possible
to insulate old brick/stone walls or damp partitions. It also delights thanks to its
great sound insulation qualities in interior masonry.

› ADVANTAGES

* Hemp masonry block coated on one side - extrapolated value

Technical characteristics Value Unit Standard
Thickness 9 cm
 Resistance and heavy Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
load-bearing capacity
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocs/m²
 Thermal and acoustic
Maximum block weight 7,1 kg
insulation
Bulk density when dry 340 kg/m³ EN 772-13
 Natural humidity
Adhesive consumption 3,6 kg/m²
regulation
Dry thermal resistance 1,34 m²K/W EN 12667
 Thermal inertia input
Thermal resistance at 50% RH 1,27 m²K/W EN 12667
Thermal conductivity λ 0,071 W/mK EN 12667
Phase shift 5,9 h ISO 13786
Sound reduction index* Rw 38 dB ISO 10140-2
Acoustic absorption coefficient α 0,85 EN ISO 354 : 2003
Equivalent air layer thickness Sd 0,25 m EN ISO 12572
Water vapour resistance factor μ 2,8 EN ISO 12572
Compressive strength 300 kPa EN 772-1
Dimensional tolerance +4 ; -2 mm EN 772-16
Without render B, S1, d0 NF EN 13501-1
Reaction to fire
With render A2 NF EN 13501-1

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
INTERIOR INSULATION
It is recommended for interior insulating
when the verticality of the wall must be
restored. If there is a visible space between
both walls, it may be filled with a light
mixture of lime and hemp.
INTERIOR MASONRY
Offering the possibility of creating partition
or dividing walls, the 9cm block makes it
possible to obtain a highly durable and
acoustically insulated wall. It can hold
heavy loads such as kitchen furniture or
radiators.

Packaging Value Unit

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 145 cm
Maximum weight of a pallet 600 kg
Number of blocks per pallet 78 blocks/pallet
Number of m² per pallet 14,04 m²/pallet
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocks/m²
Storage 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 years if covered

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THE HEMP BLOCK PAL12
12 Block – Thickness 12 cm
The 12cm block meets all the insulation requirements for old building stock
renovation. It insulates walls and damp partitions while retaining its insulating
properties even in a very humid environment. It makes walls warmer providing high
thermal insulation and a greater sense of comfort.

› ADVANTAGES

* Hemp masonry block coated on one side - extrapolated value

Technical characteristics Valeur
Value Unité
Unit Standard
Norme
Thickness
Epaisseur 12 cm
N
 atural humidity control Modular dimensions 60 x 30
Dimensions modulaires cm
T
 hermal inertia input Number de
Nombre of blocks perm²
blocs par m² 5,5 blocs/m²
Q
 uick and easy Maximum
Poids block weight
maximum d’un bloc 9,2 kg
kg
implementation Bulk density whenapparente
dry 340 kg/m³ EN 772-13
772-13
Masse volumique sèche kg/m³ EN
S
 ignificant thermal Adhesive consumption
Consommation de colle 4,7 kg/m²
kg/m²
phase-shift Dry thermal resistance 1,79 m²K/W EN 12667
12667
Résistance thermique sèche m²K/W EN
Thermal resistance
Résistance at 50%
thermique RH
à 50% HR 1,69 m²K/W
m²K/W EN 12667
EN 12667
Thermal conductivity λ
Conductivité thermique λ 0,071 W/mK
W/mK EN 12667
EN 12667
Phase shift
Déphasage 7,9 h
h ISO 13786
ISO 13786
Soundd’affaiblissement
Indice reduction index* Rw
acoustique * Rw 39 dB
dB ISO 10140-2
ISO 10140-2
Acoustic absorption
Coefficient coefficient
d’absorption α α
acoustique 0,85 EN ISO
EN ISO 354
354 :: 2003
2003
Equivalent air layer thickness Sd
Epaisseur équivalent de diffusion Sd 0,34 m
m EN ISO 12572
EN ISO 12572
Water vapour
Facteur resistance
de résistance à lafactor
vapeurμ d’eau µ 2,8 EN ISO
EN ISO 12572
12572
Compressive strength
Résistance à la compression 300 kPa
kPa EN 772-1
EN 772-1
Dimensional
Tolérance tolerance
dimensionnelle +4 ; -2 mm
mm EN 772-16
EN 772-16
Without render B, S1, d0 NF EN 13501-1
Reaction to fire Sans enduit NF EN 13501-1
Réaction au feu With render A2 NF EN 13501-1
Avec enduit
NF EN 13501-1
Resistance to fire withnon inflammable
render 60 min EN 1364-1

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
INTERIOR INSULATION
12cm hemp block particularly suitable for
interior insulation, in particular when it is
necessary to recover the verticality of the
wall and to insulate humid partitions.
INTERIOR MASONRY
Suitable for creating partition or distribution
walls, the 12 cm hemp block provides
excellent sound insulation between the
living spaces and regulates the humidity
level especially in bathroom areas.

Packaging Value Unit EXTERNAL INSULATION

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 145 cm In an exterior application, the 12cm hemp
Maximum weight of a pallet 600 kg block is used as an envelope for a timber
Number of blocks per pallet 60 blocks/pallet
frame or as formwork for shotcrete or as
form panels.
Number of m² per pallet 10,80 m²/pallet
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocks/m²
Storage 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 years if covered

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 THE HEMP BLOCK PAL15
15 Block – Thickness 15 cm
The 15cm hemp block has numerous applications, mainly in exterior insulation but
also in interior insulation, as cladding in hemp concrete or as filling in column and
beam systems in new builds. Its mechanical strength and high inertia guarantee
high thermal comfort in the building.

› ADVANTAGES

* Hemp masonry block coated on one side - extrapolated value

Technical characteristics Value Unit Standard
Thickness 15 cm
 Highly resistant exterior Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
insulation
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocs/m²
 Significant thermal
Maximum block weight 11,5 kg
phase-shift
Bulk density when dry 340 kg/m³ EN 772-13
 Summer and winter
Adhesive consumption 5,8 kg/m²
comfort
Dry thermal resistance 2,24 m²K/W EN 12667
 Excellent medium for
Thermal resistance at 50% RH 2,11 m²K/W EN 12667
renders and cladding
Thermal conductivity λ 0,071 W/mK EN 12667
Phase shift 9,8 h ISO 13786
Sound reduction index* Rw 40 dB ISO 10140-2
Acoustic absorption coefficient α 0,85 EN ISO 354 : 2003
Equivalent air layer thickness Sd 0,42 m EN ISO 12572
Water vapour resistance factor μ 2,8 EN ISO 12572
Compressive strength 300 kPa EN 772-1
Dimensional tolerance +4 ; -2 mm EN 772-16
Without render B, S1, d0 NF EN 13501-1
Reaction to fire
With render A2 NF EN 13501-1

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
INTERIOR INSULATION
The 15cm block is the ideal partner in
important interior renovations of old
buildings with large rooms and areas. For
example, it is used in the conversion of old
barns or farmhouses.
EXTERIOR INSULATION
Thanks to its high mechanical strength, the
15cm block is ideal for exterior renovation. It
enables the cladding of all types of exterior
walls and provides an excellent medium for
renders and cladding.

Packaging Value Unit NEW BUILD

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 145 cm The 15cm block may be placed between
Maximum weight of a pallet 600 kg column and beam structures as insulation
Number of blocks per pallet 48 blocks/pallet
filling or as an envelope block in timber
frame buildings. In this case, it also serves
Number of m² per pallet 8,64 m²/pallet
as an excellent medium for finishes.
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocks/m²
Storage 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 years if covered

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THE HEMP BLOCK PAL20
20 Block – Thickness 20 cm
Particularly suitable for new buildings and extensions, the 20cm block is used in
various building systems such as timber frame or masonry block houses. It creates
warm, breathable and resistant walls by providing excellent thermal phase shift
during all seasons.

› ADVANTAGES

* Hemp masonry block coated on one side - extrapolated value

Technical characteristics Valeur
Value Unité
Unit Standard
Norme
Epaisseur
Thickness 20 cm
S
 ummer and winter
Modular dimensions
Dimensions modulaires 60 x 30 cm
comfort
Number de
Nombre of blocks perm²
blocs par m² 5,5 blocs/m²
S
 ignificant thermal phase-
Maximum
Poids block weight
maximum d’un bloc 15,3 kg
shift
Bulk density
Masse when apparente
volumique dry sèche 340 kg/m³
kg/m³ EN 772-13
EN 772-13
Q
 uick and easy
Adhesive consumption
Consommation de colle 7,8 kg/m²
kg/m²
implementation
Dry thermalthermique
Résistance resistancesèche 3 m²K/W
m²K/W EN
EN 12667
12667
S
 ignificant durability of
Thermal resistance
Résistance at 50%
thermique RH
à 50% HR 2,82 m²K/W
m²K/W EN
EN 12667
12667
the insulation and its
Thermal conductivity λ λ 0,071 W/mK EN
EN 12667
performance Conductivité thermique W/mK 12667
Phase shift
Déphasage 13,1 h
h ISO
ISO 13786
13786
Sound reduction index* Rw
Indice d’affaiblissement acoustique * Rw 42 dB
dB ISO
ISO 10140-2
10140-2
Acoustic absorption
Coefficient coefficient
d’absorption α α
acoustique 0,85 EN
EN ISO
ISO 354
354 :: 2003
2003
Equivalentéquivalent
Epaisseur air layer thickness Sd Sd
de diffusion 0,56 m
m EN ISO
EN ISO 12572
12572
Water vapour
Facteur resistance
de résistance à lafactor
vapeurμ d’eau µ 2,8 EN
EN ISO
ISO 12572
12572
Compressive strength
Résistance à la compression 300 kPa
kPa EN
EN 772-1
772-1
Dimensional tolerance
Tolérance dimensionnelle +4 ; -2 mm
mm EN 772-16
EN 772-16
Without
Sans render
enduit B, S1, d0 NF
NF EN 13501-1
EN 13501-1
Reaction to fire
Réaction au feu With
Avec render
enduit A2 NF EN 13501-1
NF EN 13501-1
Resistance to fire withnon inflammable
render 120 min EN 1364-1

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
INTERIOR INSULATION EXTERIOR INSULATION
The 20cm block enable to reach high thermal Use the 20cm block as exterior insulation to
insulation standarts by bringing an efficiant create a fantastic insulating cocoon around
regulation of the inner themperature of the the building. It is also very durable and
building. ensures excellent support for final renders
and attachment of cladding.

Packaging Value Unit NEW BUILD

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 145 cm The 20cm block makes it possible to
Maximum weight of a pallet 600 kg create insulating envelopes in timber frame
Number of blocks per pallet 36 blocks/pallet
buildings, to fill wooden, concrete or steel
column and beam systems, or to insulate
Number of m² per pallet 6,48 m²/pallet
masonry bearing walls.
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocks/m²
Storage 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 years if covered

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 THE HEMP BLOCK PAL25
25 Block – Thickness 25 cm
The 25cm block is ideally used for the lining of walls by the interior or by the exterior
in the case of a renovation. It’s thermal resistance is above 3.5 wich ensure a high
energical efficency.

› ADVANTAGES

* Hemp masonry block coated on one side - extrapolated value

Technical characteristics Value Unit Standard
Thickness 25 cm
 Significant thermal Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
phase-shift
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocs/m²
 Summer and winter
Maximum block weight 20 kg
comfort
Bulk density when dry 340 kg/m³ EN 772-13
 Quick and easy
Adhesive consumption 9,7 kg/m²
implementation
Dry thermal resistance 3,5 m²K/W EN 12667
 Significant durability of
Thermal resistance at 50% RH 3,7 m²K/W EN 12667
the insulations and its
Thermal conductivity λ 0,071 W/mK EN 12667
performance
Lag 16,4 h ISO 13786
Sound reduction index* Rw 43 dB ISO 10140-2
Acoustic absorption coefficient α 0,85 EN ISO 354 : 2003
Equivalent air layer thickness Sd 0,7 m EN ISO 12572
Water vapour resistance factor μ 2,8 EN ISO 12572
Compressive strength 300 kPa EN 772-1
Dimensional tolerance +4 ; -2 mm EN 772-16
Without render B, S1, d0 NF EN 13501-1
Reaction to fire
With render A2 NF EN 13501-1

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
INTERIOR INSULATION EXTERIOR INSULATION
The 25cm block enable to reach high thermal Using the 25 cm block in exterior insulation
insulation standarts by bringing an efficient enable to create a fantastic insulating
regulation of the inner themperature of the cocoon around the building. It is also very
building. durable and ensures excellent support for
final renders and attachment of cladding.

Packaging Value Unit NEW BUILD

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 115 cm The 25cm block makes it possible to
Maximum weight of a pallet 500 kg create insulating envelopes in timber frame
Number of blocks per pallet 24 blocks/pallet
buildings, to fill wooden, concrete or steel
column and beam systems, or to insulate
Number of m² per pallet 4,32 m²/pallet
masonry bearing walls.
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocks/m²
Storage 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 years if covered

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THE HEMP BLOCK PAL30
30 Block – Thickness 30 cm
The 30cm hemp block is the ideal product for new builds and extensions. This
self-supporting insulating block can be used in association with multiple bearing
solutions. It creates building envelopes and Monomur brick walls in record time.
The quick and easy installation allows you to quickly close the building.

› ADVANTAGES

* Hemp masonry block coated on one side - extrapolated value

Technical characteristics Valeur
Value Unité
Unit Standard
Norme
Thickness
Epaisseur 30 cm
D
 urability of the insulator Modular dimensions 60 x 30
Dimensions modulaires cm
and its performances
Number de
Nombre of blocks perm²
blocs par m² 5,5 blocs/m²
P
 hase shift (>19h)
Maximum
Poids block weight
maximum d’un bloc 23 kg
kg
S
 ummer and winter Bulk density when apparente
dry 340 kg/m³ EN 772-13
772-13
Masse volumique sèche kg/m³ EN
comfort
Adhesive consumption
Consommation de colle 11,6 kg/m²
kg/m²
O
 pen to water vapour Dry thermal resistance 4,48 m²K/W EN
Résistance thermique sèche m²K/W EN 12667
12667
diffusion
Thermal resistance
Résistance thermiqueat 50% RH
à 50% HR 4,23 m²K/W
m²K/W EN
EN 12667
12667
Thermal conductivity
Conductivité λ λ
thermique 0,071 W/mK
W/mK EN
EN 12667
12667
Phase shift
Déphasage 19,7 h
h ISO
ISO 13786
13786
Sound reduction index* Rw
Indice d’affaiblissement acoustique * Rw 44 dB
dB ISO
ISO 10140-2
10140-2
Acoustic absorption coefficient α α
Coefficient d’absorption acoustique 0,85 EN
EN ISO
ISO 354
354 :: 2003
2003
Equivalent air layer thickness
Epaisseur équivalent Sd Sd
de diffusion 0,84 m
m EN
EN ISO 12572
ISO 12572
Water vapour
Facteur resistance
de résistance à lafactor
vapeurμ d’eau µ 2,8 EN
EN ISO
ISO 12572
12572
Compressive strength
Résistance à la compression 300 kPa
kPa EN
EN 772-1
772-1
Dimensional tolerance
Tolérance dimensionnelle +4 ; -2 mm
mm EN 772-16
EN 772-16
Without render B, S1, d0 NF EN 13501-1
Reaction to fire Sans enduit NF EN 13501-1
Réaction au feu With render A2 NF EN 13501-1
Avec enduit
NF EN 13501-1
non inflammable

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
INTERIOR INSULATION EXTERIOR INSULATION
Placed in innner masonery, the 36cm block The 30 cm block is, in this application, an
enable to reach very high standard of extremely efficient envelope of the existing
insulation. building.

Packaging Value Unit NEW BUILD

Dimensions of a pallet
Maximum weight of a pallet
Number of blocks per pallet
Number of m² per pallet
Number of blocks per m²
Storage
Storage life
120 x 100 x 145 cm Various construction systems can be
600 kg considered:
24 blocks/pallet
• In wood frame houses, it constitutes
the building’s envelope and provides the
4,32 m²/pallet
necessary thermal inertia.
5,5 blocks/m² • In a wood, concrete or steel column and
3 months/exterior beam system, it enables the creation
2 years if covered of insulated and breathable Monomur
brick walls.
• In a construction with load bearing
masonry, it guarantees perfectly stable
insulation performance over time.
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 THE HEMP BLOCK PAL36
36 Block – Thickness 36 cm
The 36cm block is mainly intended for new construction with high thermal and
acoustic performances. Associated with a structure, it realizes the entire envelope
of buildings. It offers an ambitious technical solution for a managed price.

› ADVANTAGES

* Hemp masonry block coated on one side - extrapolated value

Technical characteristics Value Unit Standard
Thickness 36 cm
 Very significant phase Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
shift (>23h)
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocs/m²
 Summer and winter
Maximum block weight 27,5 kg
comfort
Bulk density when dry 340 kg/m³ EN 772-13
 Open to water vapour
Adhesive consumption 14 kg/m²
diffusion
Dry thermal resistance 5,37 m²K/W EN 12667
 Excellent support for
Thermal resistance at 50% RH 5,07 m²K/W EN 12667
renders and claddings
Thermal conductivity λ 0,071 W/mK EN 12667
Phase shift 23,6 h ISO 13786
Sound reduction index* Rw 45 dB ISO 10140-2
Acoustic absorption coefficient α 0,85 EN ISO 354 : 2003
Equivalent air layer thickness Sd 1 m EN ISO 12572
Water vapour resistance factor μ 2,8 EN ISO 12572
Compressive strength 300 kPa EN 772-1
Dimensional tolerance +4 ; -2 mm EN 772-16
Without render B, S1, d0 NF EN 13501-1
Reaction to fire
With render A2 NF EN 13501-1

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
INTERIOR INSULATION EXTERIOR INSULATION
Placed in innner masonery, the 36cm block The 36 cm block is, in this case, an extremely
enable to reach very high standard of efficient envelope of the existing building.
insulation.

Packaging Value Unit NEW BUILD

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 125 cm Different construction systems can be
Maximum weight of a pallet 520 kg considered:
Number of blocks per pallet 18 blocks/pallet
• The IsoHemp Hempro system
• A timber frame
Number of m² per pallet 3,24 m²/pallet
• A wooden, concrete or steel column
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 blocks/m² and beam system
Storage 3 months/exterior • A construction with a bearing masonry
Storage life 2 years if covered

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PRE-DRILLED BLOCK PAL30P | PAL36P
30 cm or 36 cm O block
The pre-drilled block is a 30cm hempcrete block with a vertical, cylindrical hole
for use in reinforced, loadbearing concrete pillars, which can be the loadbearing
structure for the building. It is used in the IsoHemp Hempro construction system
to achieve an all-round wall insulation using only hempcrete blocks. It is used in
conjunction with U blocks to create a consistent construction look.

› ADVANTAGES
Technical characteristics P Blocks Unit
Thickness 30 36 cm
H
 omogeneity of the wall Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
E
 conomical solution Maximum block weight 19,7 24,3 kg
S
 ummer and winter Diameter of the recess 15 18 cm
comfort Cross-section of the recess 177 254 cm²
O
 pen to water vapour Adhesive consumption 11 12 kg/m²
diffusion

15cm 18cm
30cm 30cm

30cm 36cm

› FIELD OF APPLICATION
NEW BUILD
It is ideal for new builds with the IsoHemp Hempro system. It is used alongside the U block
and the 30cm block to create a consistent new build look using only IsoHemp hempcrete
blocks. The Hempro system provides the isolation needed to achieve low energy, very low
energy and passive house standards.

Packaging Value Unit

PAL30P PAL36P
Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 145 120 x 100 x 125 cm
Maximum weight of a pallet 525 520 kg
Number of blocks per pallet 24 18 blocks/pallet
Number of m² per pallet 4,32 3,24 m²/pallet
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 5,5 blocks/m²
Storage 3 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 2 years if covered

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 U BLOCK PAL30U | PAL36U
30 cm or 36 cm U block
The U Block is a 30cm hempcrete block with a horizontal grove to be used to make
a reinforced, concrete beam belt all around the building. It is used in the IsoHemp
Hempro construction system to achieve an all-round wall insulation using only
hempcrete blocks. It is used in conjunction with pre-drilled blocks to create a
consistent construction look.

› ADVANTAGES
Technical characteristics U Blocks Unit
Thickness 30 36 cm
 Homogeneity of the wall Modular dimensions 60 x 30 cm
 Economical solution Maximum block weight 15,3 18,3 kg
 Summer and winter Diameter of the recess 15 x 20 18 x 20 cm
comfort Cross-section of the recess 300 360 cm²
 Open to water vapour Adhesive consumption 10 12 kg/m²
diffusion

30cm 20cm 30cm 20cm

15c 18c
m m

30cm 60cm
36cm

› FIELDS OF APPLICATION
NEW BUILD
It is ideal for new builds with the IsoHemp Hempro system. It is used alongside the drilled
block and the 30cm block to create a consistent new build look using only IsoHemp
hempcrete blocks. The Hempro system provides the isolation needed to achieve low
energy, very low energy and passive house standards.

Packaging Value Unit

PAL30U PAL36U
Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 145 120 x 100 x 125 cm
Maximum weight of a pallet 400 400 kg
Number of blocks per pallet 24 18 blocks/pallet
Number of m² per pallet 4,32 3,24 m²/pallet
Number of blocks per m² 5,5 5,5 blocks/m²
Storage 3 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 2 years if covered

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MORTAR ADHESIVE MC
Natural adhesive for hemp blocks
IsoHemp adhesive mortar has been specially developed for the implementation
of hemp blocks for interior and exterior use It is a lime based mortar that is used
in place of traditional mortar. It is applied as a thin seal of approximately 3mm by
using a dedicated adhesive comb or trowel.

› ADVANTAGES
Technical characteristics Value Unit
Bulk density 1400 kg/m³
Q
 uick and easy Mixing 7-8 l/bag
installation
Usage time 1 hour
A
 100% natural product
Lifespan 5 à 30 degrees
M
 anual or machine Drying time 36 à 72 hours
mixing
F
 ast implementation
Consumption* for thin joints of 3mm
Thickness Quantity Unit
6 cm block 2,4 kg/m2
9 cm block 3,6 kg/m2
12 cm block 4,7 kg/m2
15 cm block 5,8 kg/m2
20 cm block 7,8 kg/m2
25cm block 9,7 kg/m2
30 cm block 11,6 kg/m2
36 cm block 14 kg/m2
30 cm O block 11 kg/m2
36 cm O block 12 kg/m2
30 cm U block 10 kg/m2
36 cm U block 12 kg/m2

* Average consumption: 2 bags/pallet of hemp blocks

Packaging Value Unit

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 120 cm
Maximum weight of a pallet 1 t
Number of bags per pallet 40 bags/pallet
Bag weight 25 kg
Storage Dry and away from moisture
Storage life 6 months

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 LINTELS
For all openings
IsoHemp lintels are prefabricated hemp concrete lintels strengthened by a
reinforced concrete centre used for door and window openings in hemp block
masonry construction. They are ideally suited for new build and interior and exterior
renovations. They enable the elimination of thermal bridges and the achievement
of an encompassing and continuous insulating envelope . IsoHemp lintels are
available in thickness of 9cm, 12cm, 15cm, 20cm and 30cm and in various lengths.

› ADVANTAGES

 Suppression of thermal
bridges
 Identical and continuous
support for the final
render
 On-site time saving
 Quick and easy
implementation

› HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR LINTEL?

Depending on the required thickness and the window opening to be covered, you PRODUCT ON
will find the appropriate lintel in the table below. It is imperative to always provide a ORDER
minimum bearing length of 20cm on either side of the window for openings up to Delivery time of 15 workdays
2m. For openings over 2m, a 30cm support is required on each side. For walls that
are 30cm thick you can use a U block to create two concrete beams of 60cm in
length each and thus reduce the length of support to 15cm on each side of the bay.

The choice of lintel is therefore as follows: opening to be covered + (2 x 20cm or

30cm) = minimum length of the lintel.

Packaging and availability

Sale By part or by order
Availability period 15 working days
Storage 3 months/exterior
Storage life 2 years/covered

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 LIN09|LIN12|LIN15|LIN20|LIN25|LIN30

References Window opening Dimensions (cm) Weight linear load

max. (cm) L (Length) t (Thickness) h (Height) max. (kg) max. (N/m)
9 cm thickness
Lin09-120 80 120 9 15 24 2.900
Lin09-160 120 160 9 15 31 2.200
Lin09-200 160 200 9 15 39 1.800
Lin09-240 180 240 9 15 47 1.500
12 cm thickness
Lin12-120 80 120 12 15 25 3.900
Lin12-160 120 160 12 15 32 2.900
Lin12-200 160 200 12 15 40 2.400
Lin12-240 180 240 12 15 48 2.000
15 cm thickness
Lin15-120 80 120 15 15 36 4.900
Lin15-160 120 160 15 15 47 3.700
Lin15-200 160 200 15 15 59 2.900
Lin15-240 180 240 15 15 70 3.700
Lin15-280 220 280 15 15 81 3.200
Lin15-300 240 300 15 15 87 2.900
20 cm thickness
Lin20-120 80 120 20 15 41 6.500
Lin20-160 120 160 20 15 53 4.900
Lin20-200 160 200 20 15 66 3.900
Lin20-240 180 240 20 15 79 4.900
IsoHemp SA declines all responsibility for misinterpretation of this table.

Lin20-280 220 280 20 15 91 4.200

Lin20-300 240 300 20 15 98 3.800
If in doubt, please contact the IsoHemp technical department.

25 cm thickness
LIN25-120 80 120 25 15 55 8.200
LIN25-160 120 160 25 15 73 6.100
LIN25-200 160 200 25 15 91 4.900
LIN25-240 180 240 25 15 110 6.100
LIN25-280 220 280 25 15 128 5.300
LIN25-300 240 300 25 15 137 4.900
30 cm thickness
Lin30-120 80 120 30 20 73 9.800
Lin30-160 120 160 30 20 98 7.400
Lin30-200 160 200 30 20 121 5.900
Lin30-240 180 240 30 20 146 7.400
Lin30-280 220 280 30 20 170 6.300
Lin30-300 240 300 30 20 182 5.900

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 TOOLS AND SAWS
Tools
Tools and saws available for sale, recommended for on-site use with hemp blocks.

› TROWEL › MALLET
References
MAIL
TRU07 For 9cm blocks
TRU10 For 12cm blocks
TRU12 For 15cm blocks
TRU20 For 20cm blocks
TRU25 For 25cm blocks
For 30cm and 36cm
TRU30
Teeth : 7mm x 7mm blocks Weight : 0,325kg

› WIDIA BLADE › BLOCKS › 65L TUN

HAND SAW SCRAPER
SCIE MAN GRATT CUV65

Saws

› ALLIGATOR SAW › BAN SAW

SCIE ALL SCIE RUB

Cutting length : Cutting height :

45cm 50cm
Single phase 220volts

We recommend this electric Alligator saw for cutting We recommend this band saw for cutting IsoHemp
IsoHemp hempcrete blocks on all types of construction hempcrete blocks for larger projects.
sites.

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BAG OF HEMP SCHAN
Hemp for construction
The bag of IsoHemp hemp is the guarantee of using quality aggregate especially
suitable for building applications. Mixed with ProKalk lime, this hemp enables the
manufacture of lightweight insulating concrete quickly and easily prepared on site.
It can be used both for renovation and in new builds.

› ADVANTAGES
Technical characteristics Value Unit
Bulk density ~ 100 kg/m³
S
 uitable for building
Grading 2 à 25 mm
P
 erformance guarantee
with ProKalk
Packaging Value Unit
V
 ery low dust levels
Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 80 x 240 cm
L
 ocally sourced
Weight of a pallet 420 kg
Number of bags per pallet 21 bags/pallet
Volume of a bag 200 L
Storage Dry and in the shade
Storage life 6 months

PROKALK LIME PROK

Pre-formulated binder for hempcrete
ProKalk lime is a pre-formulated binder specially adapted for the manufacture
of hempcrete. It is composed of hydraulic lime and aerated lime. It is a ready to
use product for preparing mixtures directly on-site, in order to prevent any risk of
incorrect dosage. It is used both for manual application in a mixer, as well as in a
dedicated hemp concrete spraying machine.

› ADVANTAGES
Technical characteristics Value Unit
Bulk density 700 kg/m³
A  100% natural product
Grading 30 min
S  uitable for mixing and
spraying machines
Packaging Value Unit
 I nsulation from cold and Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 120 cm
heat
Weight of a pallet 1 t
H  umidity control
Number of bags per pallet 48 bags/pallet
Volume of a bag 20 kg
Storage Dry and away from moisture
Storage life 6 months

Applications Dry density Dosage

ProKalk (kg) Hemp (L) Water (L)
Wall 300kg/m³ 40 200 50
Filling 200kg/m³ 20 200 25

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 PCS INTERIOR PLASTER PCS
Natural interior plaster
PCS interior plaster is an economic, sustainable and high quality solution. It
comprises a workable mixture of gypsum, lime and sand, ideal for plastering your
walls and ceilings both for renovation and new build projects. The PCS interior
plaster provides a smooth white modern finish that is ready for painting.

› ADVANTAGES
Technical characteristics Value Unit
Bulk density 1200 kg/m³
 Manual or mechanical
Layer thickness 5-25 mm
application
Mixing 11-12 l/bag
 Ease of use
Consumption 12,5 kg/m²/cm
 Open to water vapour Usage time 1,5 hours
 A 100% natural product Lifespan 5 à 30 degrees
Drying time* 2à5 days

* Depending on the drying conditions

› APPLICATION MEDIA
 Hemp block
 Concrete block, trellis
 Cellular block
 Fired and unfired clay bricks and blocks

Packaging Value Unit

Dimensions of a pallet 120 x 100 x 120 cm
Maximum weight of a pallet 1 t
Number of bags per pallet 40 bags/pallet
Bag weight 25 kg
Storage Dry and away from moisture
Storage life 6 months

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BRACKETS EQ06|EQ09|EQ12|EQ15|EQ20|EQ25|EQ30|EQ36

Window passage
The use of brackets is advised to maintain hemp blocks above doors and windows
when an IsoHemp lintel is not being used. This solution should be favoured in
interior renovation mainly when the height to be insulated above the bay is low
and there are only a few rows of blocks to be laid. The bracket can also be used as
a link between two long thin lintels as well as to distribute and support the load in
some applications.

› ADVANTAGES
References Usage Weight approx L l h
EQ06 6cm block 0,4kg 15cm 5cm 5cm
 Flexibility on-site EQ09 9cm block 0,5kg 15cm 7cm 7cm
 Fast implementation EQ12 12cm block 0,7kg 15cm 10cm 10cm
 Adapts to any support EQ15 15cm block 0,9kg 15cm 13cm 13cm
 Galvanised steel EQ20 20cm block 1,3kg 15cm 18cm 18cm
EQ25 25cm block 1,5kg 15cm 22cm 20cm
EQ30 30cm block 2,7kg 25cm 25cm 20cm
EQ36 36cm block 3kg 25cm 32cm 20cm
h

L
l

Packaging
Sale By part or by order
Storage Dry

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 ANGLE BARS COR12|COR15|COR20|COR25|COR30|COR36

Masonry base
The use of angle bars is recommended when laying the first row of hemp blocks
in some applications. This solution shall be preferred for exterior insulation as an
alternative to a base (silica-limestone, cellular glass, etc.) when there is no adequate
foundation. They can also be used in new builds to support hemp masonry blocks
when the latter are suspended. In general, the angle bar can be used as a lintel in
certain applications, or can be used as a connection between two long very thick
lintels.

› ADVANTAGES
References Usage Weight approx. L l h
COR12 12cm block 5,7kg 120cm 10cm 10cm
 Adapts to any support COR15 15cm block 7,4kg 120cm 13cm 13cm
 Fast implementation COR20 20cm block 10,2kg 120cm 18cm 18cm
 Flexibility on-site COR25 25cm block 11,7KG 120cm 22cm 20cm
 Galvanised steel COR30 30cm block 12,7kg 120cm 25cm 20cm
COR36 36cm block 14,5kg 120cm 32cm 20cm

h
l

Packaging
Sale By part or by order
Storage Dry

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FASTENERS AND SCREWS
Hammer-in hook
The use of hammer-in hooks is recommended for fixing hemp blocks to a
supporting concrete, terracotta or brick masonry structure. The hook is fixed
in the existing wall and is then sealed in the IsoHemp hemp block masonry
joint. The hooks are manufactured from galvanised wire with a 3.5mm
thickness.

Length Depth of Working

Reference* Usage
total anchor length
CROF All types of blocks 18cm 4cm 14cm
* Plug not supplied

Connector bracket
The use of brackets is recommended to create a mechanical link between
the hemp blocks and the existing structure. They are recommended for
securing to the frame (timber frame and beam-column) and also on their
own for interior and exterior use.

L h w
References Usage
Length Height Width
EQLI08 6, 9 and 12cm blocks 8cm 5cm 2cm
15, 20, 25, 30 and 36 cm
EQLI14 14cm 5cm 2cm
blocks

Screw for blocks

These screws are suitable for fastening objects with a maximum weight of
25kg per anchor point. They can be fixed directly in the hempcrete blocks
without pegs. If a plaster or a finishing plate has been added to the hempcrete
blocks, you can still insert these screws directly into the wall. These screws
are made of galvanised steel.

References Description
VISP08 10x80 screw
VISP12 10x120 screw
VISP16 10x160 screw
VISP22 10x220 screw

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 Belgium
IsoHemp

5380 Fernelmont
Z.I. Noville-les-Bois

Tel : +32 (0)81 39 00 13

Fax: +32 (0)81 39 00 14
Email: info@isohemp.be
Rue du Grand Champ, 18

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