Compare the Multifoil – Multifoil Insulation comparison guide

Unsure which insulation product to go for? Multifoils Direct have created a comprehensive guide comparing the top brands on the market.

If you are a first time user of insulation, or a frequent installer, the following table should assist picking the right multifoil for your next project.

What is Multifoil Insulation?

Multifoil Insulation products are multi-layered blankets consisting of aluminium foils, metalized pet foils, recycled wadding and PE Foams. All these layers are stitched together are delivered in large rolls, averaging a thickness of around 30mm. Multifoil Insulation products can vary from 3 layers right up to 25 layers. Most multifoils are made up of a high content of recycled materials, compared to popular loft rolls and mineral wools.

Reflective Multifoil Insulation – YBS SuperQuilt

Multifoil Insulation’s Most Common Application?

Multifoil Insulation materials are extremely versatile and can be used in virtually all applications. A popular area to insulate with multifoils is in a loft space, either a sloping rafter or ceiling level. It can be fitted on solid brick or block walls aswell as timber frames. Multifoils are widely used on both new builds and renovation projects.

Benefits of Multifoil Insulation Products

Our products are renowned for being excellent space savers compared to PIR or fibres. For example in loft conversions, there can be considerable head-height saved by switching to SuperQuilt. Foil insulation products are also completely itch free and do not contain any harmful fibres, meaning no protecting clothing is required.

Below are other key benefits of multifoil insulation products;

  • Built-in Vapour Control Layer
  • Cost saver compared to Rigid PIR Insulation
  • Cooler in summer months due to reflective foils
  • Minimal wastage
  • Proven to save on installation time & labour
  • Does not shrink or degrade over time

Compare the Multifoil Chart

Below is a chart displaying some of the popular foils and multifoils on market. Many are available to order from Multifoils Direct

Product Name

SuperQuilt

EcoQuilt Expert

TLX Silver

Airtec Double

SuperQuilt Trade

SuperQuilt Lite

SF19+

Triso Super 10+

Manufacturer YBS Insulation Ecohome Insulation Web Dynamics YBS Insulation YBS Insulation YBS Insulation Boulder Development Actis
Thickness 40mm 15mm 30mm 4mm 40mm 32mm 45mm 35mm
Roof R-Value 2.5 1.83 1.81 1.02 2.42 1.68 2.49
Approx PIR Equivalent (Roof) 75mm 50mm 60mm 30mm 70mm 45mm 75mm
External Emissivity 0.02 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.03 0.05
Vapour Resistance 1569 MNs/g 1200 MNs/g 1200 MNs/g 600 MNs/g 1569 MNs/g 1569 MNs/g 1200 MNs/g 1200 MNs/g
BDA or BBA Accredited Yes No Yes No No Yes Yes No
UK Manufactured Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
True Aluminium Outer Layer Yes No No No No No No No
Fire Certificate Yes No No No No No No No
Lifetime Guarantee Yes No No No No No No No
Buy Now from Multifoils Direct Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No No

Delivery Schedule

Multifoils Direct offer nationwide next-working day delivery on all orders placed before 2pm.

For any technical support or delivery queries, feel free to get in touch and our team will be happy to help!