Energy Efficiency in Buildings

ARC351

STUDENT’S
NAME
Omar Mohamed Ismail
Academic Code
124191122

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Date
28 / 02 / 2023
Course coordinator
Dr. Maha Fawzy

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Date: 28/02/2023

Different types of internal and external insulation of

buildings

The different types of internal and external insulation of buildings

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Internal insulation refers to the insulation materials that are installed inside the building
envelope, such as walls, floors, and roofs, while external insulation refers to the insulation
materials that are installed on the exterior surface of the building envelope. Here are some of the
different types of internal and external insulation materials commonly used in buildings:

Internal Insulation:

 Fiberglass insulation: made from glass  Reflective insulation: This type of

fibers, fiberglass insulation is a cost- insulation uses reflective materials such
effective option that can be installed in as aluminum foil to reflect heat away
walls, ceilings, and floors. from the building.

 Spray foam insulation: This type of  Blown-in insulation: This type of

insulation is sprayed onto walls, floors, insulation is typically made of loose-fill
and ceilings to create an airtight seal. It fiberglass, cellulose, or mineral wool that
can be made of either open-cell or closed- is blown into wall cavities or attics with
cell foam. special equipment.

External Insulation:

 Rigid foam insulation: Rigid foam insulation is a popular choice for external
insulation in public buildings. It consists of rigid panels of foam, usually
made of polystyrene or polyisocyanurate, which are attached to the exterior
of a building. Rigid foam insulation can be a cost-effective option, as it is
easy to install and can provide excellent thermal insulation.

 Exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS): This type

of insulation consists of a layer of foam insulation that
is attached to the exterior of a building, covered with a
layer of mesh, and finished with a decorative layer of
stucco or other materials.

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