FAQs

Q?What is InsOpaint Interior?

InsOpaint Interior offers the perfect balance: excellent quality and maximum performance with a noticeably superior texture and finish. With very low VOC/odour levels, InsOpaint’s incredible combination of breathability along with its insulating properties helps dramatically reduce condensation problems, if not eliminating them entirely. InsOpaint, has been independently tested across the world to UK, EU and ASTM standards. Applying a minimum of two coats of InsOpaint on walls and ceilings gives maximum thermal efficiency. InsOpaint covers up to 7 m² per litre with the recommended minimum of two coats. Thermilate InsOpaint Interior can easily be applied by brush, roller or spray. If you are spray painting, filters MUST be removed and nozzle size increased to between 0.019X to 0.026X. Use InsOpaint in just the same areas as conventional emulsions. InsOpaint however has a distinct energy-saving advantage and has been scientifically proven to work. We recommend a minimum of two coats to achieve maximum thermal efficiency and three coats on exterior walls, internally. So a 5L tub will cover up to 35 m² with 2 coats. You can wallpaper over InsOpaint and it will continue to provide you with a thermal barrier to reduce the heat lost through the walls and ceilings by reflecting the heat BACK in to the room/building. The same energy-saving results will be obtained by InsOpaint’s thermal barrier, because once it’s been painted on, it keeps working. InsOpaint works well when painted on top of lining paper, wallpaper already painted with another emulsion and non-blown vinyl wallpapers. InsOpaint should not be applied to “blown vinyl” wallpapers which absorb the paint and leave the insulating micro technology as a residue which will later become dispersed. It comes in 24 different colours and ships in 5L containers.

InsOpaint Interior benefits:
CREATES a unique thermal barrier once the emulsion has dried
U-VALUE improvement of 0.25 W/m²K
SAVES up to 25% of heat lost through walls in winter (or 25% of heat gained in summer)
REDUCES heating (or cooling) bills
BREATHABLE so eliminates condensation problems
VERY cost-effective decorative insulation solution
KEEPS rooms warmer for longer in winter and cooler for longer in summer
97% of customers say their homes feel warmer in winter and cooler in summer
SUPERB insulating paint for solid walled properties
MINIMAL odour and VOC levels
COMPLETELY safe to use, inert and non-toxic
REDUCES carbon emissions
PREMIUM quality masonry paint with superior texture and finish
EASY to use – apply by brush or spray
INDEPENDENTLY tested across the world to UK, EU and ASTM standards
CONTRACTORS* can charge reduced 5% VAT rate when used on residential and charitable properties

Q?What is InsOpaint Anti-Condensation?

Offering premium quality, very low odour levels and maximum performance, you can be assured InsOpaint ACP will prevent future condensation problems including mould, blistering paint, discolouration, staining and peeling wallpaper – with just 2 coats. It also reduces heat loss. InsOpaint A-C is the perfect answer for applications requiring long lasting protection from continuous and severe condensation. Use in kitchens and bathrooms in homes, hotels, schools, universities, restaurants, service stations, gyms, swimming pools and spas. Comes in 24 colours and ships in 5L containers. Thermilate InsOpaint Interior can easily be applied by brush, roller or spray. If you are spray painting, filters MUST be removed and nozzle size increased to between 0.019X to 0.026X. Use InsOpaint in just the same areas as conventional emulsions. InsOpaint however has a distinct energy-saving advantage and has been scientifically proven to work. We recommend a minimum of two coats to achieve maximum thermal efficiency and three coats on exterior walls, internally. So a 5L tub will cover up to 35 m² with 2 coats. You can wallpaper over InsOpaint and it will continue to provide you with a thermal barrier to reduce the heat lost through the walls and ceilings by reflecting the heat BACK in to the room/building. The same energy-saving results will be obtained by InsOpaint’s thermal barrier, because once it’s been painted on, it keeps working. InsOpaint works well when painted on top of lining paper, wallpaper already painted with another emulsion and non-blown vinyl wallpapers. InsOpaint should not be applied to “blown vinyl” wallpapers which absorb the paint and leave the insulating micro technology as a residue which will later become dispersed.

InsOpaint Anti-Condensation benefits:
CREATES a unique thermal barrier once the emulsion has dried
U-VALUE improvement of 0.25 W/m²K
SAVES up to 25% of heat lost through walls in winter (or 25% of heat gained in summer)
REDUCES heating (or cooling) bills
BREATHABLE so eliminates condensation problems
VERY cost-effective decorative insulation solution
KEEPS rooms warmer for longer in winter and cooler for longer in summer
97% of customers say their homes feel warmer in winter and cooler in summer
SUPERB insulating paint for solid walled properties
MINIMAL odour and VOC levels
COMPLETELY safe to use, inert and non-toxic
REDUCES carbon emissions
PREMIUM quality masonry paint with superior texture and finish
EASY to use – apply by brush or spray
INDEPENDENTLY tested across the world to UK, EU and ASTM standards
CONTRACTORS* can charge reduced 5% VAT rate when used on residential and charitable properties

Q?What is InsOpaint Gloss?

InsOpaint Gloss is an innovative water based gloss with a high sheen finish, ideal for interior and exterior wood and metal. Specially formulated to give all the application and appearance characteristics of traditional gloss with the added advantage of durability, high opacity finish and being quick drying. InsOpaint covers up to 7 m² per litre with the recommended minimum of two coats. So a 5L tub will cover up to 35 m² with 2 coats. Comes in 24 different colours and ships in 5L containers.

Q?What is InsOpaint Kitchen & Bathroom?

InsOpaint Kitchen & Bathroom paint has been specifically formulated to provide premium protection against mould and bacteria growth typically found in kitchen and bathrooms areas. Combined with our world-leading insulating technology, this hard-working emulsion also reduces heat loss through walls and ceilings. Saving you energy and saving you money! Water-based, washable and with outstanding breathability, this all-rounder dries to a subtle mid-sheen finish that resists moisture, stains and grease. InsOpaint Kitchen & Bathroom comes in 24 different colours and ships in 5L containers. Thermilate InsOpaint Interior can easily be applied by brush, roller or spray. If you are spray painting, filters MUST be removed and nozzle size increased to between 0.019X to 0.026X. Use InsOpaint in just the same areas as conventional emulsions. InsOpaint however has a distinct energy-saving advantage and has been scientifically proven to work. We recommend a minimum of two coats to achieve maximum thermal efficiency and three coats on exterior walls, internally. So a 5L tub will cover up to 35 m² with 2 coats. You can wallpaper over InsOpaint and it will continue to provide you with a thermal barrier to reduce the heat lost through the walls and ceilings by reflecting the heat BACK in to the room/building. The same energy-saving results will be obtained by InsOpaint’s thermal barrier, because once it’s been painted on, it keeps working. InsOpaint works well when painted on top of lining paper, wallpaper already painted with another emulsion and non-blown vinyl wallpapers. InsOpaint should not be applied to “blown vinyl” wallpapers which absorb the paint and leave the insulating micro technology as a residue which will later become dispersed.

InsOpaint Kitchen & Bathroom benefits:
CREATES a unique thermal barrier once the emulsion has dried
U-VALUE improvement of 0.25 W/m²K
SAVES up to 25% of heat lost through walls in winter (or 25% of heat gained in summer)
REDUCES heating (or cooling) bills
BREATHABLE so eliminates condensation problems
VERY cost-effective decorative insulation solution
KEEPS rooms warmer for longer in winter and cooler for longer in summer
97% of customers say their homes feel warmer in winter and cooler in summer
SUPERB insulating paint for solid walled properties
MINIMAL odour and VOC levels
COMPLETELY safe to use, inert and non-toxic
REDUCES carbon emissions
PREMIUM quality masonry paint with superior texture and finish
EASY to use – apply by brush or spray
INDEPENDENTLY tested across the world to UK, EU and ASTM standards
CONTRACTORS* can charge reduced 5% VAT rate when used on residential and charitable properties

Q?What is InsOpaint Masonry?

This unique product contains 100% acrylic together with Thermilate’s world leading insulating and weatherproof technology. This not only protects against extreme weather conditions, ensuring unrivalled durability and long lasting protection, but is also scientifically proven to reduce heat lost through exterior walls with just 2 coats. InsOpaint Masonry is an environmentally friendly coating suitable for painting on concrete, plaster, pebble-dash, brick and stone walls. By insulating and protecting walls that are exposed to a variety of weather conditions, InsOpaint Masonry helps keep internal temperatures more comfortable with the minimum of energy usage. InsOpaint Exterior is used to paint exterior walls on homes, offices, shops, hotels, factories, warehouses …. In fact anywhere where exterior paints can be applied. In case of washing we recommend you wipe-clean with a damp cloth in the first instance. Wash gently with a sponge with a mild detergent if required. The life expectancy of InsOpaint Masonry is 10 years, it comes in 17 different colours and ships in 5L containers.

InsOpaint Masonry benefits:
CREATES a unique thermal barrier once the emulsion has dried
U-VALUE improvement of 0.25 W/m²K
SAVES up to 25% of heat lost through walls in winter (or 25% of heat gained in summer)
REDUCES heating (or cooling) bills
BREATHABLE so eliminates condensation problems
VERY cost-effective decorative insulation solution
KEEPS rooms warmer for longer in winter and cooler for longer in summer
97% of customers say their homes feel warmer in winter and cooler in summer
SUPERB insulating paint for solid walled properties
MINIMAL odour and VOC levels
COMPLETELY safe to use, inert and non-toxic
REDUCES carbon emissions
PREMIUM quality masonry paint with superior texture and finish
EASY to use – apply by brush or spray
INDEPENDENTLY tested across the world to UK, EU and ASTM standards
CONTRACTORS* can charge reduced 5% VAT rate when used on residential and charitable properties

Q?What is InsOpaint Clear?

InsOpaint Clear is an exterior clear silicone wall sealer. This excellent water repellent also protects against damp, dirt, chemicals, water and extreme weather. The outstanding effectiveness of InsOpaint Clearcoat ensures deep penetration into bricks, concrete, stucco, mortar, stone, sandstone, clay tiles, ceramics and cement blocks for guaranteed waterproofing. InsOpaint Clear is made with microporous structures to enable unrivalled breathability so water vapours escape out through walls, while preventing water vapour entry. InsOpaint covers up to 7 m² per litre with the recommended minimum of two coats. So a 5L tub will cover up to 35 m² with 2 coats.

Q?What is InsOfloor?

Thermilate Technologies unique insulating technology ensures the primer will reflect valuable heat back UP into the room, keeping you warmer for longer without increasing your heating system thermostat. It is easy to use – simply apply 2 coats of InsOfloor to dry floor surfaces including concrete, screed, wood, tile backer boards, bricks and block by brush or roller before laying your floor covering. InsOfloor will also enhance the efficiency and reduce running costs when coated on the floor surface beneath electric under-floor-heating systems too. InsOfloor bonds with tile adhesive extremely well ensuring a durable floor finish. InsOfloor is used to provide under-floor insulation in homes, offices, shops, hotels, factories, warehouses …. and is the perfect solution to use under almost any interior walkable surface where space is limited. InsOfloor covers up to 6 m² per litre with the recommended minimum of two coats, or up to 12 m² per litre with a single coat. InsOfloor is supplied in 1 litre bottles. InsOfloor works and bonds extremely well with tile adhesive. InsOfloor comes in yellow colour.

InsOfloor benefits:
CREATES a unique thermal barrier once the primer has dried
SAVES up to 25% of heat lost through floors
BREATHABLE so eliminates condensation problems
VERY cost-effective solution for condensation and insulating problems
SUPERB insulating paint where space is limited
97% of customers say their homes feel warmer
U-VALUE improvement of 0.25 W/m²K
SUITABLE for most floor surfaces
BONDS with tile adhesive extremely well
REDUCES warm-up-time of underfloor heating systems
KEEPS rooms warmer for longer
MINIMAL odour and VOC levels
COMPLETELY safe to use, inert and non-toxic
REDUCES carbon emissions
PREMIUM quality primer
EASY to use – apply by brush or roller
INDEPENDENTLY tested across the world to UK, EU and ASTM standards
CONTRACTORS* can charge reduced 5% VAT rate when used on residential and charitable properties.

Q?What is InsOplast?

InsOplast is a breathable, fibre reinforced cement plaster/render approved and listed by OFGEM as the only energy-saving plaster product. It is easier to mix and apply than traditional plaster mix and is one of the most cost-effective insulation products available today. InsOplast can be napped, floated, sponged or sprayed for a superior which finish. With up to 20mm in one application, enjoy savings on labour and scaffolding costs. Used by multi-national companies, councils, charities and homeowners around the world, to save energy, save money on energy bills and to protect the environment. InsOplast is made using Thermilate Technologies innovative micro insulating technology which creates thermal insulation by reflecting the heat BACK into your property in cool climates. When used externally in hot climates, InsOplast reflects the heat AWAY from buildings to keep the interior cooler without heavy reliance on air-conditioning. The insulating capabilities of the plaster reduces energy transfer, making it up to 70% MORE thermally efficient than conventional plasters. InsOplast can be applied over existing plastered walls and ceilings, scratch the existing plaster to give InsOplast a keyed surface to adhere to. InsOplast is used to plaster and render a variety of buildings, providing insulation and energy-savings in homes, offices, shops, hotels, factories, warehouses …. in fact anywhere where conventional Plasters and Renders can be applied. InsOplast comes in 50L/15kg bags.

InsOplast benefits:
CREATES a unique thermal barrier once the emulsion has dried
U-VALUE improvement of 1.098 W/m²K with a 40 mm application*
SAVES up to 50% of heat lost through walls and ceilings
REDUCES heating bills
VERY cost effective insulation product
PERFECT to use where space is limited
50% more thermally efficient than any normal plaster or render
OFGEM listed product
BREATHABLE so eliminates condensation problems
VAPOUR permeable and crack resistant
VERY cost-effective solution for condensation and insulating problems
KEEPS rooms warmer for longer
97% of customers say their homes feel warmer
SUPERB insulating paint for solid walled properties
FIRE resistant
WATER and weatherproof
COMPLETELY safe to use, inert and non-toxic
REDUCES carbon emissions by up to 50%
PREVENTS damp issues
EASY to use – up to 83% lighter-weight Click here for application details.
CAN BE napped, floated or sponged
INDEPENDENTLY tested across the world to UK, EU and ASTM standards
CONTRACTORS* can charge reduced 5% VAT rate when used on residential and charitable properties
PERFECT for residential, commercial and industrial uses
APPLY in various depths from 10mm to 40mm+ with a maximum of 2 applications
USED BY some of the largest multi-national companies, government departments and local councils to solve their condensation problems, save on energy-costs, reduce carbon emissions and operate sustainable business practice in the most cost-effective ways possible.

Q?How do InsO products work?

InsO products contain Thermilate’s unique insulating micro technology which forms a unique thermal barrier once it has dried. This barrier reduces heat and carbon emissions escaping down through floors/walls by reflecting the heat BACK into the room. It also keeps rooms warmer for longer and speeds up the time needed to warm up a room.

Q?Where are InsO products manufactured?

All Thermilate paints and coatings are manufactured in the UK.

Q?How much CO2 can be saved by using InsO products?

InsO products can help you to save up to 600kg of carbon emissions annually. Every degree centigrade reduction you make on your heating thermostat equates to a CO² reduction of a whopping 300Kg. As InsO products can lead to a 2 degree reduction, this equates to 600kg per annum.

Q?How do InsO products reduce condensation?

As InsO products allow you to reduce your thermostat by up to 2 degrees centigrade, thermal barrier will keep the cold floor/wall surface and the warmer air apart. As you touch the floor/wall with your hand you can feel the heat from your hand being reflected back, and the floor/wall will feel warmer to the touch. InsO products have the same effect with the warm air from your heating system, reflecting it back into the room instead of the heat being drawn to the colder surface of the floor/wall, and escaping. The contact between the warm air and the cold floor/wall is dramatically reduced once InsO products are applied. Therefore the production of water droplets and condensation is dramatically reduced if not totally eliminated.

Q?Why does condensation occur?

Condensation occurs when the warm air in a room is attracted to a cool substrate. Water droplets then form on the wall/floor/window surface and the condensation builds up. This can also cause discolouration, staining, peeling wallpaper, blistering paint and mould growth. This may also lead to health problems related with damp living conditions.

Q?How much money can I save on my heating bills by using InsO products?

InsO products prevent heat escaping through floors/walls without increasing the heating system thermostat, so saves you money on heating costs. Typically for every degree centigrade you are able to reduce on your heating thermostat in a 3-bedroom semi-detached house, you can save £55 off your heating bill (Energy Saving Trust, 2010). As InsO products allow you to reduce your thermostat by up to 2 degrees centigrade without feeling a cooling effect, this equates to a £165 per annum.

Q?How much heat can be saved by using InsO products?

InsO products can save up to 25% of heat lost through floors. Independent testing has shown that room temperature can increase by 1 to 2 degrees centigrade when painted with InsO products. Turning down your heating thermostat by every degree centigrade amounts to around a 10% saving off heating bills. (Energy-Saving Trust 2010).

Q?Where have Thermilate products been tested and approved?

All Thermilate products are manufactured using the original micro insulating technologies which have been independently tested across the world to UK, EU and ASTM

Q?What are the environmental benefits when using InsO products?

In today’s environment, we are all aware of the damage which can be caused by conventional paints emitting Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s). InsO products are made by combining clay and titanium oxide – ensuring the paint breathes easier and has an extremely low VOC level, to help reduce the carbon footprint. Thermilate water-based paints provide you with a healthy and environmentally friendly option and oppose paints that are made using toxic substances, which damage the environment, our homes and our bodies. Thermilate feels it is necessary that the VOC content and the Petroleum Oil Polymer levels in the paint are limited, whilst maintaining excellent quality and performance.

Q?Can you use a fungicidal product on top of InsO products without any adverse effects?

Yes, a clear, water-based fungicidal product can be safely used in conjunction with InsO products. If this is a necessary precaution to be made, try a patch test first with a clear anti-fungicidal treatment in an out of view test area first).

Q?What is the payback time with InsO products?

The payback period for InsO products, based on an average 3 bedroom semi-detached home, is just under 18 months. As you can see, it really is easily one of the most cost-effective insulating products available.