Polarwall - insulating concrete formwork

Product Range

Pick a product combination that most suits your development requirements:

These are grouped into 2 areas:

1. Structure: Each product is defined by the width of the concrete core.

 
Product
Typical use
 
155mm
suitable for most above-ground construction
 
206mm
party wall construction
 
251mm
basement / cellar construction
 
302mm
highest structural integrity for basements and retaining walls

Please note that a qualified structural engineer is required to sign off the building’s design.

2. Thermal Insulation:

 
Product
Typical use
U-Value
 
Standard
basement or underground building, or where a high quality insulation level is required. Utilise low energy heating systems to reduce the building’s carbon footprint
0.27
 
X30
used in tandem with similar building materials to give superb thermal performance
0.22
 
X50
go that bit extra to give excellent energy efficiency within the home
0.18
 
X100
when total passive heating is proposed. Used in conjunction with similar roofing systems and energy efficient windows and doors to eliminate heating appliances from the home
0.14

U-values given are calculated from the BRE U-Value calculator and exclude any internal and external finishing.

How does Polarwall work

Polarwall is a simple construction, using a plastic framework to hold polystsyrene in place . The two sides of the wall are held parallel at designed widths, depending on which size crosstie is being used. Take a look at our 3-D models to see more.