How much loft insulation does my home need?

For mineral wool, around 270 mm is commonly recommended. Here’s how to tell if your home has enough.

At a glance
Recommended depth (mineral wool)270mm in total
Made up ofA layer between the joists plus a layer across them
Other materialsDepth depends on their thermal conductivity

The depth

Around 270 mm of mineral wool is commonly recommended. Other materials can need a slightly different depth.

A quick check

If you can see the tops of the joists, it’s too thin.

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