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The Role of SIP Panels in Sustainable Building
At SmartRooms, we offer Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) building services used for house extensions and conservatories across Somerset, Wiltshire, including Bath, Trowbridge, Corsham & Chippenham. We design and install home improvement solutions with a difference.
Our range of products are low cost, energy-efficient, designed to complement the style of your property and fast to build. So, now you might be asking yourself what the role of SIP panels in construction. SIPs may appear as a new phenomenon in the UK, in fact for many years prior to the 1980s Americans have been using SIP techniques for decades.
Unmatched Durability and Flexibility
SIPs typically have a life span of 60 years plus, in comparison to a timber framed buildings 25-50 year life span. SIPS are able to last so long because they are carefully built using durable materials. SIPs panels can provide a continuous load path which is the route that forces take through a structure to the foundation
SIP buildings also feature a shear wall, which is a wall that is designed to resist lateral forces, such as wind or seismic loads. Finally, SIPs have what is known as a ‘nail base’ – a layer of material that is bonded to the inside of the OSB skin of a SIP to provide a surface for nails or screws to be driven into. This forms a strong structural base, providing SIPs a longer lifespan in comparison to most ordinary building methods. SIP panels have an exterior of wood (OSB) which need to be wrapped using house wrap to prevent them from rotting.
SIPs provide excellent durability despite their lightweight design. This means that they lend themselves to various projects large and small, specifically home extensions and conservatories. The superior strength-to-weight ratio of SIPs mean that you get your dream conservatory or extension sooner, and it lasts twice as long as those built traditionally.
SIPs are not one-size fits all either, with many different thicknesses and purpose-built panels available. This makes sure that the panels are air tight and thus extremely energy efficient so that they exceed most current building regulations.
Smart Rooms offer our SIP building services, SIP Garden Rooms and SIP Garden offices across Somerset, Wiltshire, including Bath, Trowbridge and Bradford on Avon
Get in touch with our friendly team by giving us a call on 01225 744744 or email us at info@smartroomsuk.com.
Energy efficiency
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) is a modern, environmentally beneficial building system that is a new option in construction. The lightweight but strong and durable SIPs lend themselves to all sorts of building projects but are proving particularly popular and successful in the construction of home extensions and conservatories in the UK.
Long-established building methods are quite unsustainable because of the waste they produce, and the production needed for some materials. In the last 10 years, lean construction, minimal energy use and avoiding pollution are key principles that some construction companies are adopting.
SIPS are made of fully recyclable materials and their layers of insulation meet all the criteria. They help protect the environment as they are built from sustainably sourced timber and insulating foam core that acts to store carbon with a low embodied energy. This means SIPS are helping to lower CO2 levels, trapping atmospheric carbon within the walls for the long lifespan of the building.
Sustainability
SIPs are the latest advancement in timber-frame construction techniques. The SIPs we use are fabricated here in the UK and consist of an expanded polyurethane insulation layer sandwiched between an outer covering of orientated strand boards (OSB). At SmartRooms, the OSBs we use are engineered from lumber pieces made from sustainably harvested spruce
SIPS are made of fully recyclable materials such as wood and plastic, and their layers of insulation. Due to their superior SIPs produce minimal amounts of waste when compared to traditional building methods all of which is recyclable. SIPs have provided an answer to ever growing demand for environmentally friendly homes.
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At Smart Rooms, we specialise in SIP construction for garden rooms, offices, and smart home extensions throughout Bath, Bradford-on-Avon, Calne, Chippenham, Corsham, Devizes, Lyneham, Melksham, Trowbridge, Warminster, Westbury, Wiltshire, and Somerset.
Our team have all the expertise to help you navigate your building project from start to finish. They’re on hand to offer guidance on energy-efficient design, local building codes, and sustainable practices. We’re committed to delivering high-quality, energy-efficient spaces that meet your needs and save you money in the long run.
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) offer unmatched energy efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability, making them an ideal choice for modern building projects. With their high R-value, airtight construction, and compatibility with off-site and modular construction, SIPs represent a smart investment for eco-conscious builders. Whether you’re planning a garden room, a home extension, or even a new home build, SIPs deliver energy efficiency and resilience that align with today’s green building goals.
Explore more about SIPs with Smart Rooms and start your energy-efficient building journey today!
