In the period we live in, as a result of technological developments, the construction sector is constantly developing. Accordingly, lighter, quality and durable building materials are used in building insulations. Rockwool is a construction material that has recently been frequently used in the construction industry, depending on its different usage characteristics and advantages. What is rock wool as a building material? What are its features and where are they used?
This material, also known as rocky, is obtained from volcanic rocks in nature, which are superior to other rocks in terms of minerals and chemical properties. Due to its quality, durability and versatile use advantage, it is a mostly preferred material for insulation needs.
How to Produce Rockwool
Rockwool is obtained by melting mineral-rich volcanic rocks at a temperature higher than 1500 degrees and turning them into fibers. This product, which has been used as an insulation material since ancient times, is constantly improved in the production process and offered for sale in a way to meet the increasing demand faster and at lower costs.
Rockwool Properties
- There is a versatile use. The most common is to use it as an exterior insulation material. However, apart from this, it can be used for various needs in many areas.
- Since it is obtained from inorganic rocks, it does not produce bacteria and does not decay. It has a long life.
- One of its most significant properties is its fire resistance. Because this material is capable of withstanding temperatures above 1000 degrees for a long time. In a possible fire, it provides security as much as the special equipment produced according to the fire regulation.
- Offers superior protection against climatic events, cold and hot.
- With its sound insulation property, it protects from negative external effects such as loud noise and noise.
- Since it is a natural material and is obtained completely naturally, it is a material that does not harm the environment.
- Thanks to its fiber structure, it takes in air and does not retain moisture.
- Like other building materials, they do not lose their properties after a certain use.
