External wall insulation incorporating drained cavities
Publication Year
2025
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Provides detailed guidance on the selection and installation of system components such as insulation materials, adhesives, fixings, and finishes. The guide covers both new build and retrofit applications, emphasising the importance of proper planning, accredited installers, and adherence to technical standards to ensure high-quality, durable, and thermally efficient installations. It also addresses maintenance, condensation and damp prevention, and includes detailed drawings and references to support correct detailing and compliance.
Document History
Supersedes Best practice guide: external wall insulation 2015.
Publisher Information
Insulated Render and Cladding Association
The Insulated Render and Cladding Association is the trade association for the external wall insulation industry in the UK and Europe, representing the system designers, specialist installers and component suppliers.