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Contents
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Energy conservation the rules
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Celotex we know insulation inside and out
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Product descriptions
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Insulation solutions for flat roofs
Warm flat roofs

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Built-up flat roofing applications
18
Single-ply membrane flat roofing applications
20
Flat roof insulating deck
22
Balconies and terraces
24
Ventilated lead covering
Cold flat roofs

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Insulation between joists
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Insulation between and under joists
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Commercial and industrial applications
34
Environmental sustainability policy
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Notes
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Energy conservation the rules

Building Regulation requirements and The Code for Sustainable Homes
England and Wales Approved Document L1A (2006) new dwellings

Elemental U-values indicative only
For regulation compliance, new dwellings
must achieve a CO2 Target Emissions Rate (TER).
This is unique to each dwelling design and is
calculated using Standard Assessment Procedure
(SAP) 2005.
The TER is more easily achieved by specifying
high standards of fabric insulation, resulting in
low U-values.
The U-values shown indicate the standard of
insulation required to meet typical dwelling TERs
and are given for guidance purposes only.
England and Wales Approved Document L1B (2006) work in existing dwellings
Elemental U-values
UK building regulations require buildings to be

reasonably efficient in their use of energy to
reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. CO2 has
been identified as the main greenhouse gas
responsible for global warming and climate
change. Compliance with the regulations can be
achieved by following the guidance in the
following documents:
This minimises the overall thickness of the

building fabric allowing maximum utilisation of
internal space for a given building footprint.
England and Wales: Approved Document L
Introduced in 2007, The Code for Sustainable

Homes provides an all round measure of the
sustainability of new homes, ensuring that
sustainable homes deliver real improvements in
key areas such as CO2 emissions.The code uses a
sustainability rating system to communicate the
overall sustainability performance of a home.
The code aims to reduce further greenhouse
gas emissions and ensure that all future
housing stock has fewer negative impacts on
the environment.
Scotland: Technical Handbook Section 6: Energy

Northern Ireland: Technical Booklet F
An essential requirement of the regulations is to
ensure that the building fabric is well insulated
to prevent excessive heat loss. This reduces the
amount of energy required to provide space
heating. CO2 emissions are reduced as less fossil
fuel (e.g. gas, oil, coal) is burnt to provide the
energy.
Buildings are also required to be more airtight

and for thermal bridging to be reduced. When
applied as a continuous sealed layer, Celotex
insulation completely eliminates the thermal
bridging and provides an effective barrier.
The very low thermal conductivity of Celotex PIR

insulation boards enables low fabric U-values to
be achieved with the minimum of thickness.
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Under the new regulations existing dwellings

do not have to meet a TER. Instead, they have to
meet so called elemental U-values which refers
to target figures for individual floor, wall and
roof elements of the building.
These values are shown in the illustration to
the right.
Scotland Domestic Technical Handbook Section 6: Energy

Elemental U-values
Under the Scottish regulations dwellings do not
have to meet a target TER (unless requested by
local authority). Instead they have to meet so
called elemental U-values which refers to target
figures for individual floor, wall and roof
elements of the building.
These values are shown in the illustration to
the right.
Note: These values assume a minimum SEDBUK
boiler efficiency of 78% and the total area of
doors, windows and rooflights <25%
of the dwellings total floor area.
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Celotex we know insulation inside and out

When you specify Celotex insulation, you are
accessing an unrivalled product and service
package that has evolved through a process of
constant innovation spanning eight decades.
most flexible and versatile insulation type and
The evolution continues with intensive product

development across our highly specialised
Celotex product range.
required
Our newly expanded product range provides

thermal insulation solutions that fully meet the
requirements of current legislation as well as the
demands of building professionals, specifiers and
users.
These developments are represented in our
depth of product offer. Celotex offers an
unrivalled range of thicknesses from 12-200mm.
The pursuit of improved energy efficiency, the
reduction of CO2 emissions and of course the
drive towards zero carbon will continue to drive
our product and service developments.
In addition, exceeding the demands of our
customers, specifiers and trade partners will help
maintain our position as the UK brand leading
provider of PIR thermal insulation.
Why Celotex PIR thermal insulation?

As pioneers of PIR thermal insulation we continue
to maintain a considerable advantage over our
competitors. This is best reflected in the sum
total of our achievements in product
performance and in-depth knowledge of
manufacturing techniques.
Our PIR insulation offers the following benefits:
low thermal conductivity minimising heat loss
better thermal efficiency, per mm, than
mineral wool leading to thinner insulation

solutions
low emissivity (low-e) value due to our foil
facers further improving thermal efficiency

easy to handle
ideally suited for floors, walls and pitched and flat

roofs.
ideal when self-supporting insulation is
can provide air and moisture barrier
excellent fire performance properties meeting
Euroclass D.
Coupled with our leading Technical Services
Advisory Centre, Celotex is your insulation
specialist of choice.
Flat roof range overview

Celotex offers a wide range of products suitable
for flat roofing applications.
Our relaunched Energy-Lok EL3 product is
purpose designed for built-up flat roofing
applications including hot-applied bituminous
and mastic asphalt waterproofing systems and
fully adhered single-ply membranes.
Our Tempchek TA3 range is specifically for use
in mechanically fixed single-ply membranes
whereas our Tempchek Deck TD3000 product
can be used in flat roof insulating deck
applications as well as ventilated lead covered
warm flat roofs.
Our Extra-R XR3000 and Tuff-R GA3000
products are ideally suited for balcony and
terrace constructions and ventilated lead covered
warm flat roofs.
Commercial and industrial

applications
Technical Service Advisory Centre

Staffed by experienced construction specialists,
the Celotex Technical Service Advisory Centre has
earned an excellent reputation for its
comprehensive level of support. No other
insulation board manufacturer can equal the
level of personal assistance that our team offers.
In line with the requirements of Approved
Document L, we now offer a service to calculate
Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) ratings for
dwellings and provide advice on any aspect of
product selection to ensure compliance with the
relevant Building Regulations.
U-value calculations for all product applications
are also available or it may be easier to visit us
at www.celotex.co.uk where we offer a free
online U-value facility.
For further information or to contact our
Technical team, visit www.celotex.co.uk or call
0901 996 0100*.
Our centre is now manned from 8am until
5:15pm to provide the maximum coverage to the
building professional and specifier.
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In line with our position as brand leader we are
continually looking to offer an ever improving
service level. The pursuit towards zero carbon and
other initiatives such as the Code for Sustainable
Homes will mean many of our programmes are

not reflected in this guide.
For the latest and most complete information
please visit us at www.celotex.co.uk specifiers
and customers alike.
Sustainability
Operating within the construction sector and
specialising in insulation products we are acutely
aware of the energy efficiency and carbon
emission impact of our industry and our
activities.
We are committed to ensuring the environmental
impact of our operations, material specifications,
waste management, packaging and the
distribution of our products is kept to a
minimum. A reduction in our carbon output
remains an environmental goal.
Our accredited environmental profile achieves
an A rating within the 2002 Green Guide to
Specification. Our environmental impact has also
been recently certified by the BRE. This offers
further benefits to the specifier as well as helping
to achieve credits within BREEAM and The Code
for Sustainable Homes.
Investment in our products and services to
ensure that we achieve and indeed exceed the
minimum performance requirements set out in
legislation remains a strategic objective of the
Company.
We continue to concentrate on energy efficiency
and reducing CO2 emissions. The use of Celotex
will help you achieve this.
Within the commercial and industrial sector our

LPCB approved Double-R LG3 lining grade
product is the ideal solution in both under and
over purlin applications.
Product descriptions, specification details as well
as example U-value calculations and installation
guidelines can all be found within this guide.
easy to cut and shape for intricate details
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Celotex Energy-Lok EL3 is a purpose-designed
insulation board for use in built-up flat roofing
applications, including hot-applied bituminous and
mastic asphalt waterproofing systems and fully adhered
single-ply membranes.
Energy-Lok EL3 features a coated glass tissue facer,
perforated on one side for use in bitumen-based builtup applications, whilst the reverse unperforated facer is
suitable for fully adhered single-ply applications.
Energy-Lok EL3 is available in two different lengths
and in a range of thicknesses allowing you to achieve Uvalues with minimum thickness.
Always install Celotex Energy-Lok EL3 in accordance
with the instructions supplied by Celotex Limited.
Celotex Tempchek TA3 is a purpose designed

insulation board for use with mechanically fixed and
ballasted single-ply weathering systems. It provides a
quick and easy way to achieve effective thermal
insulation in flat roofing structures. These boards all
feature the unique jointless lay down system to improve
the flatness of the product.
Tempchek TA3 performs to a compressive strength of
150kPa giving improved resistance to site traffic during
installation and comes available in thicknesses ranging
from 50 150mm.
Always install Celotex Tempchek TA3 in accordance
Standard board dimensions

1200mm x 600mm and 2400mm
Physical properties
Physical properties
Thermal resistance (R) values for Celotex products are

declared in accordance with BS EN 13165. These
R-values equate to a Thermal Conductivity () value of:

R-values equate to a Thermal Conductivity () value of
0.023 W/mK.
Fire resistance
Product range
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Thickness (mm)
50
80
90
95
100
110
120
140
150
R-value (m2K/W)
1.85
3.05
3.45
3.65
3.80
4.20
4.80
5.60
6.00
Always install Celotex Extra-R XR3000 in accordance


1200mm x 2400mm (with grid markings to assist
installation)

installation)
Physical properties
R-values equate to a Thermal Conductivity () value of
0.023 W/mK (foam core).

declared in accordance with BS EN 13165. These Rvalues equate to a Thermal Conductivity () value of
0.023 W/mK.
Fire resistance
External roof exposure = Ext. FAB in accordance with

BS 476-3.
Reaction to fire = Euroclass F in accordance with
BS EN 13501.
Product code
EL3/50
EL3/80
EL3/90
EL3/95
EL3/100
EL3/110
EL3/120
EL3/140
EL3/150
Always install Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 in

accordance with the instructions supplied by Celotex
Limited.
Celotex Extra-R XR3000 is new to the Celotex

range and is manufactured on our latest state-of-theart restrained rise production line featuring our own
unique jointless laydown technology. This technology
enables us to offer thicker boards with no visible seams
in the foam core. This foil faced product is targeted at
cut-to-fit applications for insulation between rafters or
joists and will enable users to achieve lower U-values
with a single layer of insulation than has previously
been possible. This will help designers meet the
present and future requirements of Approved
Document L (2006) of the Building Regulations.
Physical properties
Surface spread of flame in accordance with BS 476

Part 7 = Class 1.
Fire resistance
quick and easy way to achieve effective thermally

insulated roof decks for building structures such as
small extensions or garage roofs where there will be
only occasional trafficking. These products feature a foil
faced insulation board, to give the best insulation value
possible, bonded to a facing of 5.5mm WBP ply. This
allows the user to install the roof structure in one
operation since the product provides the deck,
insulation and vapour control layer thereby
considerably reducing installation times ahead of
weatherproofing.

installation)
0.027W/mK for product thickness under 75mm

0.026W/mK for product thickness between 80-110mm
0.025W/mK for product thickness of 120mm or over.
Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 provides a
Fire resistance (insulation only)

Reaction to fire in accordance with BS EN 13501 = Class
D/s2/d0 (except TD3106/TD3116/TD3126 = Euroclass F).
Surface spread of flame in accordance with BS 476
Part 7 = Class 1.
Reaction to fire = Euroclass F in accordance with BS EN

13501.
Product range
Product code
TA3/50
TA3/70
TA3/75
TA3/85
TA3/90
TA3/100
TA3/110
TA3/125
TA3/150
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Thickness (mm)
50
70
75
85
90
100
110
125
150
R-value (m2K/W)
2.15
3.00
3.25
3.65
3.90
4.30
4.75
5.40
6.50
Product range
Product code
Thickness (mm)
insulation + ply
TD3076
TD3081
TD3086
TD3096
TD3106
TD3116
TD3126
70 + 5.5
75 + 5.5
80 + 5.5
90 + 5.5
100 + 5.5
110 + 5.5
120 + 5.5
Combined
R-value (m2K/W)
3.05
3.30
3.50
3.95
4.35
4.80
5.25
Product range
Product code
XR3110
XR3120
XR3130
XR3140
XR3150
XR3165
XR3200
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Thickness (mm)
110
120
130
140
150
165
200
R-value (m2K/W)
4.75
5.20
5.65
6.05
6.50
7.15
8.65
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Celotex Tuff-R GA3000 has long been at the
Celotex T-Break TB3000 is a thin, foil faced
Celotex Double-R LG3 is a high performance
heart of the Celotex product range, providing a range

of thermal insulation solutions to the builder. The
Celotex Tuff-R GA3000 product is a foil faced thermal
insulation board which has core foam uniquely
reinforced with glassfibre (except GA3100). These
products still feature the best reaction-to-fire
performance (Euroclass D/s2/d0) measured in
accordance with new European Standards of any
similar product on the market.
insulation board with unreinforced core foam (except

35 - 45mm which contain glass fibre reinforcement)
and thicknesses ranging from 12 to 45mm. The
T-Break name stems from the design function of the
range, which is to provide simple solutions to
overcome localised thermal bridges. Celotex is unique
in being able to offer boards as thin as 12mm to the
market for this purpose.
insulation board for use in commercial, agricultural and

industrial buildings. It is offered with a white painted
stucco embossed foil face and approval from the Loss
Prevention Certification Board (LPCB).
Always install Celotex Tuff-R GA3000 in accordance

Always install Celotex T-Break TB3000 in accordance

Celotex Double-R LG3 achieves a class leading

reaction-to-fire performance of Euroclass B/s2/d0
when measured in accordance with European
Standards. As well as excellent dimensional stability,
LG3 is lightweight, rapidly installed and provides a
semi-decorative finish.
Always install Celotex Double-R LG3 in accordance

1200mm x 2400mm (with grid markings to assist installation)

installation)
Physical properties
0.023 W/mK.
Fire resistance
D/s2/d0 (except 100mm = Euroclass F).
Surface spread of flame in accordance with
BS 476 Part 7 = Class 1.

Physical properties
1200mm x 2400mm

0.023 W/mK.
Fire resistance
Reaction to fire = Euroclass F in accordance with BS EN
13501.
BS 476 Part 7 = Class 1.
Physical properties
0.022 W/mK.
Fire resistance
B/s2/d0.
BS 476 Part 6 & 7 = Class 0.
Product range
Product code
GA3050
GA3055
GA3060
GA3065
GA3070
GA3075
GA3080
GA3090
GA3100
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Thickness (mm)
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
90
100
R-value (m2K/W)
2.15
2.35
2.60
2.80
3.00
3.25
3.45
3.90
4.30
Product range
Product code
TB3012
TB3020
TB3025
TB3030
TB3035
TB3040
TB3045
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Thickness (mm)
12
20
25
30
35
40
45
R-value (m2K/W)
0.50
0.85
1.05
1.30
1.50
1.70
1.95
Product range
Product code
LG3/25
LG3/30
LG3/40
LG3/50
Thickness (mm)
25
30
40
50
R-value (m2K/W)
1.10
1.35
1.80
2.25
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Celotex insulation clip

Introduction
The Celotex insulation clip has been designed to enable
insulation boards to be installed between timber joists or
rafters quickly and without the need for nails, screws or
battens. They provide a permanent way of securing the
Celotex insulation with as little fuss as possible.
fig.1
The clip should be used in situations where the insulation is

being installed from above or below, for example when
fitting between joists in a suspended timber floor.
Using the clip ensures that the insulation will be held firmly
in place once installed in the correct manner.
fig.2
Installation guidelines
The joists should be installed in the conventional manner
in accordance with the Building Regulations.
Cut the Celotex insulation boards to the width of the space

between the joists or rafters ensuring a straight edge to the
board to enable a tight interference fit.
fig.3
Push the insulation clips into the board at 1000mm

intervals with the two prongs piercing the exposed foam
down the long edge of the board (see fig.1).
Start the clips in between the joists and push the board
into place (see fig.2). This should be a tight fit to minimise
heat loss through gaps between the joist and insulation
board.
fig.4
Push the board fully home so that the base of the

insulation clip is level with the face of the joist (see fig.3).
Where additional insulation or plasterboard is required

below the joists, continue as in the Celotex literature for that
application (see fig.4).
If additional board security is required, for example where

there is no lining below the joists or rafters, nail through the base
of the clip directly into the joist (see fig.5).
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Insulation solutions for flat roofs
Celotex Energy-Lok EL3 is a purpose designed

insulation board for use in built-up flat roofing
applications, including hot-applied bituminous
and mastic asphalt waterproofing systems
and fully adhered single-ply membranes.
Energy-Lok EL3 features a perforated facer for
use in bitumen-based built-up applications
whilst the coated glass tissue reverse facer is
suitable for fully adhered single-ply applications.
Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 is designed as

a combined deck and insulation board for flat
roofs, supported by timber joists. This creates a
warm roof construction, eliminating the need
for insulation between the joists, and avoids the
difficulty of providing ventilation through the
roof void. All flat roofs should be laid to falls to
ensure proper drainage without ponding. With
the exception of fixing, the installation of a
waterproofing system incorporating Celotex
Tempchek Deck TD3000 may be treated in the
same way as a normal plywood-decked roof.
Depending on age, many existing timber joisted

flat roofs incorporate little or no insulation.
However, they can be effectively upgraded to
current building regulation insulation
requirements without the need to remove the
existing weatherproofing covering. This is
especially relevant where buildings are being
renovated or converted for new uses.
Depending on age, many existing timber joisted

flat roofs incorporate little or no insulation.
However, they can be effectively upgraded to
current building regulation insulation
requirements without the need to remove the
existing weatherproofing covering. This is
especially relevant where buildings are being
renovated or converted for new uses.
Celotex rigid PIR insulation board can be

installed between joists in both existing and new
constructions. The position of the insulation will
create a cold roof construction and a minimum
50mm ventilated air space must be provided
between the deck and the cold side of the
insulation in order to minimise the risk of
condensation formation.
Celotex rigid PIR insulation board can be

installed between and under joists in both
existing and new constructions. The position of
the insulation will create a cold roof
construction and a minimum 50mm ventilated
air space must be provided between the deck
and the cold side of the insulation in order to
minimise the risk of condensation formation.
If the existing roof deck is not laid to falls and is

prone to ponding, consideration must be given
to replacing the deck.
If the existing roof deck is not laid to falls and is

prone to ponding, consideration must be given
to replacing the deck.
Single-ply flat roofing applications

Celotex Tempchek TA3 is a purpose designed
high performance polyisocyanurate foil faced
insulation board suitable for flat roofing systems
for use with mechanically fixed single-ply
membranes.
Celotex Tempchek TA3 boards are compatible
with most mechanically fixed single-ply
weathering systems i.e. synthetic polymer, PVC
and EDPM.
Celotex Tempchek TA3 boards are ideal for fast
construction schedules.
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Use Celotex Energy-Lok EL3 high performance
insulation in built-up flat roofing applications,
including hot-applied bituminous and mastic asphalt
waterproofing systems and fully adhered single-ply
membranes. The perforated facer is suitable for
bonding in mastic asphalt applications and hot
applied bituminous built-up roofing systems .
The unperforated reverse facer is suitable for singleply, fully adhered roof systems, self-adhesive
membranes and liquid-applied membranes.
When designing a flat roof using Celotex
Energy-Lok EL3 boards, three basic principles apply:
1. Design to a fall of 1:80, 1:60 or 1:40 as appropriate to
the weathering system, type of deck and construction
tolerances.
2.Have due regard for the use and design of the
building and the need to ensure that the design
will not allow a build up of moisture below the
waterproofing membrane.
3. Provide adequate protection for both insulation
and waterproofing if significant foot traffic is expected
either during or after the completion of the roof.
Celotex Energy-Lok EL3
over concrete deck perforated facer uppermost
Hot-applied systems
The felt vapour control layer (VCL) in accordance with
BS 6229 should be fully sealed at all laps prior to applying
the insulation. At perimeters and abutments the VCL
should be turned up around the insulation board edges
and a flap of approximately 300mm should be bonded
to the top surface of the insulation board. The VCL should
be fully bonded to concrete decks using hot bitumen
adhesive, strip-bonded to the ribs of metal decks and
partially bonded to timber decks. On timber decks the
VCL may be nailed to the deck, but laps should be sealed
with the appropriate adhesive.
Example U-value calculation: EL3 - Built-up roofing

Warm Flat Roof EL3
Outside surface
Weather-proofing system
Variable Layer
Vapour control layer
Concrete deck
Steel deck
Timber deck plywood
Cavity between joist @ 11.7% Bridging
Gyproc board
Inside surface
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Concrete
Deck
Concrete
Deck
Steel
Deck
Steel
Deck
Timber
Deck
Timber
Deck
Fully
Bonded
Mechanically
Fixed
Fully
Bonded
Mechanically
Fixed
Fully
Bonded
Mechanically
Fixed
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
See below
See below
See below
See below
See below
See below
n/a
1.5
n/a
n/a
n/a
-
n/a
n/a
19
150
12.5
-
n/a
n/a
19
150
12.5
-
250
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
-
250
n/a
n/a
1.5
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Variable Layer
Celotex
Product
Thickness
mm
U-value
W/mK
U-value
W/mK
U-value
W/mK
U-value
W/mK
U-value
W/mK
U-value
W/mK
EL3/150
EL3/140
EL3/120
EL3/110
EL3/100
EL3/95
EL3/90
EL3/80
EL3/50
150
140
120
110
100
95
90
80
50
0.16
0.17
0.20
0.22
0.24
0.25
0.27
0.30
0.47
0.18
0.19
0.22
0.25
0.27
0.28
0.29
0.32
0.49
0.16
0.17
0.20
0.23
0.25
0.26
0.28
0.31
0.50
0.19
0.20
0.23
0.25
0.28
0.29
0.30
0.33
0.52
0.15
0.16
0.19
0.21
0.23
0.24
0.25
0.28
0.42
0.19
0.20
0.22
0.24
0.26
0.27
0.28
0.31
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When used on metal decks, Celotex Energy-Lok EL3

boards should be laid with the perforated facer uppermost
and the long sides at right angles to the corrugations and
bonded in a full mop of hot bitumen to the VCL.Torch-on
technique is suitable only when there is no direct contact
between the flame and the board. Energy-Lok EL3 is not
suitable for use with the standard torch-on technique.
Cold-applied systems
For single-ply membranes, the VCL should be either
polythene or reinforced aluminium foil. The VCL should
be loose-laid immediately prior to installation of the roof
board and detailed at edges and abutments as
previously described.
The VCL should be sealed and taped to the top surface of
the board.
Mechanical fastening
The boards should be laid, with all joints tightly butted
together, over the VCL and then mechanically secured
through to the deck. When used on metal decks, these
roof boards should be laid with the long sides at right
angles to the corrugations. When mechanical fasteners are
utilised, they should be selected to suit the type of deck
used. A plate washer with a surface area of not less than
45cm must be used with each fastener, with no less than
four fasteners used per board. Fasteners should be
installed between 50150mm from the edges and corners
of the board.
Installation of weathering systems

Different types of weathering systems require different
installation instructions and guidelines. Advice on the
installation of these weathering systems should be
sought from the manufacturer or provider of the
weathering system type.
Celotex Energy-Lok EL3

over timber deck perforated facer uppermost
Laying pattern
It is recommended that boards are laid with joints
break-bonded.
Supporting deck
The supporting deck must provide adequate support for
the VCL and insulation board with joints being
supported by the ridges of the deck. It must be capable
of supporting the static and dynamic design loads and
the loads associated with the construction activity
without deflection in excess of the limits defined in BS
6399:Part1. The deck must be structurally sound, dry,
clean and where necessary, primed before application of
the weathering and insulating system.
Trafficking
Boards are capable of withstanding the trafficking
associated with normal roof laying work. However, roofs
are generally designed for only occasional lightweight
foot traffic or maintenance access. Where more frequent
or heavier access is required, protected walkways should
be provided. Under no circumstances should the roof be
used as a working platform, either during or after the
construction programme. Extra care should be taken to
protect the insulation and weathering when ballasting.
Use of adhesives
When using adhesives, the installer should take care not
to use products that contain chemicals likely to attack
the insulating foam such as ketonic solvents.
Energy-Lok EL3 contains no chemicals or solvents likely
to damage the PVC membrane. When using adhesives,
the installer should check the compatibility of the
adhesive with the adhesive manufacturer.
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Single-ply membrane flat roofing applications

Use Celotex Tempchek TA3 high performance
insulation in mechanically fixed, single-ply flat roofing
systems where the higher compressive strength of
the board gives improved resistance to site traffic
during installation.
When designing a flat roof using Celotex Tempchek
TA3 boards, three basic principles apply:
Celotex Tempchek TA3

over concrete deck
1. Design to a fall of 1:80, 1:60 or 1:40 as appropriate to

the weathering system, type of deck and construction
tolerances.
2. Have due regard for the use and design of the

building and the need to ensure that the design will
not allow a build up of moisture below the
waterproofing membrane.
It is recommended that Celotex Tempchek TA3

boards are laid with joints break-bonded. When used
on metal decks, the Celotex Tempchek TA3 boards
should be laid with the long sides at right angles to the
corrugations.
3. Provide adequate protection for both insulation

and waterproofing if significant foot traffic is
expected either during or after the completion of the
roof.
Laying pattern
Single-ply systems
Different types of weathering system require different
installation instructions and guidelines. Advice on the
Example U-value calculation: TA3 - Single-ply membrane

Warm Flat Roof TA3
Outside surface
Single-ply membrane
Variable Layer
Polythene vapour control layer
Concrete deck
Steel deck
Timber deck plywood
Cavity between joist @ 11.7% Bridging
Gyproc board
Inside surface
Concrete
Deck
Concrete
Deck
Steel
Deck
Steel
Deck
Timber
Deck
Timber
Deck
Mechanically
Fixed
Thermally
broken
Mechanically
Fixed
Thermally
broken
Mechanically
Fixed
Thermally
broken
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
Thickness
mm
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
See below
See below
See below
See below
See below
See below
250
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
-
250
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
-
n/a
1.5
n/a
n/a
n/a
-
n/a
1.5
n/a
n/a
n/a
-
n/a
n/a
19
150
12.5
-
n/a
n/a
19
150
12.5
-
U-value
W/mK
0.17
0.20
0.22
0.24
0.26
0.28
0.31
0.32
0.43
U-value
W/mK
0.15
0.17
0.20
0.22
0.24
0.25
0.28
0.30
0.40
U-value
W/mK
0.15
0.18
0.20
0.22
0.25
0.26
0.29
0.31
0.43
U-value
W/mK
0.17
0.19
0.21
0.23
0.25
0.26
0.29
0.30
0.39
U-value
W/mK
0.14
0.17
0.19
0.20
0.22
0.24
0.26
0.28
0.37
Variable Layer
Celotex Thickness
Product
mm
TA3/150
150
TA3/125
125
TA3/110
110
TA3/100
100
TA3/90
90
TA3/85
85
TA3/75
75
TA3/70
70
TA3/50
50
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U-value
W/mK
0.17
0.20
0.23
0.25
0.27
0.29
0.32
0.34
0.46

over metal deck
installation of these weathering systems should be

sought from the manufacturer or provider of the
weathering system type.
Mechanical fastening
Except where the roof system is to be retained by ballast,
the insulation board must be mechanically fixed to the
deck.The Celotex TempchekTA3 board should be laid
with all joints tightly butted over the vapour control layer
(VCL) and then mechanically secured through to the deck.
The standard board size of 2400 x 1200mm is the
optimum size suitable for the mechanical attachment.
When used on metal decks, joints parallel to the deck
corrugations should be positioned over the crown of the
profile not over the trough. To satisfy this requirement,
non-standard board lengths are available to special order.
It is important that the securing of the Celotex
Tempchek TA3 insulation be considered independently
of the waterproofing system and only where positioning
of membrane fasteners coincides with the insulation
fasteners can the latter be omitted. Fasteners should be
laid out with a minimum of 11 fixings per 1200 x
2400mm board. An average of 5 fixings per square metre
is required for smaller boards.

over timber deck
maintenance access. Where more frequent or heavier

access is required, protected walkways should be
provided. Under no circumstances should the roof be
used as a working platform, either during or after the
construction programme. Extra care should be taken to
protect the insulation and weathering when ballasting.
Vapour control layer (VCL)

The VCL should be minimum 1000 gauge polythene or
reinforced aluminium foil. This should be fully sealed at all
laps, prior to applying the insulation, using self-adhesive
tape appropriate to the type of VCL used.
At perimeters and abutments, the VCL should be turned
up around the insulation board edges and a flap of
approximately 300mm should be sealed and taped to
the top face of the board. The VCL should be loose laid
immediately prior to the installation of the roof insulation
board.
Supporting deck
The supporting deck must provide adequate support for
the VCL and insulation board, with joints supported by
the ridges of the deck. The deck must be structurally
sound, dry, clean and, where necessary, primed before
application of the weathering and insulating system.
Fasteners should be installed between 50-150mm from

the edge and corners of the board. Suitable fasteners
should comprise a screw type suitable for the deck into
which it is to be driven, combined with a circular or
rectangular plate washer having a surface area of not less
than 45cm.
Trafficking
Celotex Tempchek TA3 boards are capable of
withstanding the trafficking associated with normal
roof-laying work. However, flat roofs are generally only
designed for occasional lightweight foot traffic for
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Use Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 to combine
high performance thermal insulation with 5.5mm
WBP ply for use in flat roof deck applications
to minimise insulation thickness and
give the following benefits:
Three-in-one product to provide
deck, vapour control layer (VCL) and

insulation
Ensure that joist spacing is at no more than 600mm
Temporary protection must be provided for both the
centres and that the dimension of the joist is sufficient to

span and accept additional loads. If asphalt weathering is
to be used, joists should be at no more than 400mm
centres.
insulation and the waterproofing, if significant foot traffic

is anticipated either during or after installation.
Install the insulation boards, ensuring that the long
edges are parallel to the line of the joists. 50mm x 50mm

cross noggings should be inserted between joists to
support the short edges of the boards.
Provides reliable long term energy
savings for buildings
Where boards butt together, bed onto twin beads of
Ideal for use in occasionally trafficked applications
vapour sealant wide enough to accommodate this

arrangement. This completes the vapour control layer
(VCL) when combined with each boards foil facings.
Warm roof construction due to over joist installation

Rapidly installed and weatherproofed
Lay the boards with the plywood side uppermost and
Accepts a wide variety of weathering systems
stagger board joints. Leave a gap of approximately 2mm

between boards and ensure a minimum 20mm bearing
on joists and noggings.
Fix Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 with corrosion-
Example U-value calculation: Tempchek Deck

Warm Flat Roof
Tempchek Deck - TD3000 - BUR

Thickness mm
Outside surface
Built-up roofing or single-ply membrane
Plywood
Variable Layer
Cavity between joist @ 400 Ctrs -11.7%
Plasterboard
Inside surface
Tempchek Deck - TD3000 - SPM

Thickness mm
12
n/a
See below
150
12.5
-
1.5 [see note]

12
See below
150
12.5
-
Thickness
mm
126
116
106
96
86
81
76
U-value
W/mK
0.18
0.20
0.21
0.23
0.25
0.26
0.28
U-value
W/mK
0.18
0.20
0.21
0.23
0.25
0.26
0.28
Deck stability
Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 incorporates
exterior grade WBP plywood to BS 1203, laminated to
the surface. This gives the product excellent strength.
Boards can span up to 600mm joist centres to provide
a suitable substrate for a variety of weathering
systems.

Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 has a built-in VCL
due to the foil facers but this is discontinuous at the
board joints. In some applications no further attention
to moisture control may be necessary. Celotex would
generally recommend the application of a vapour
sealant between the tops of the boards at all edges.
This is essential in areas of potentially high humidity.
Ensure that fixings are no less than 10mm in from the
board edge or 50mm from each corner. They should be

equally spaced along the supporting joists. Fixings
should be long enough to penetrate at least 38mm into
the supporting timber.
Stagger opposing fixings where two board edges
Provide a complete insulation envelope by extending
the wall insulation board up to the underside of the roof

deck.
Provide a soffit or ceiling below the joists, as the
surface of the product is not designed to be used as a

decorative internal finish.
Ensure that the plywood is completely dry before any
weathering system is applied.
TD = Celotex Tempchek Deck

BUR = Built-up roofing
SPM = Single-ply membrane
Always use a Type 3G felt to BS 747 as a vapour
Note: Prior to weatherproofing the roof, check with the single-ply membrane manufacturer that the proposed weathering
system is suitable for use with this type of construction.
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The structure should be designed so that the finished

roof has a continuous, smooth and even slope towards
the rainwater outlet or gutter. The minimum fall should
be 1:80 to avoid ponding water.
share the same joist or noggin.
Variable Layer
Celotex
Product
TD3126
TD3116
TD3106
TD3096
TD3086
TD3081
TD3076
proof Suretwist Composite Panel helical fasteners at a

frequency to suit the design wind load. Refer to BS 63992 Code of Practice for Wind Loads. As a guide, 16
fasteners per board will resist a wind load of 2.22 KN/m2
based on a design load of 0.4 KN per fastener.
Falls
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diffusion first layer when using BUR weathering systems.

When using a single-ply membrane, additional 12mm
plywood has to be applied on top of the Celotex
Tempchek Deck TD3000.
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Balconies and terraces

Use Celotex Extra-R XR3000 or Celotex TuffR GA3000 high performance thermal insulation
between 19mm plywood sheeting for use in warm
flat roof deck balcony applications to minimise
insulation thickness and give the following
benefits:
Ensure the joist spacing is at no more than 600mm
span and accept additional loads. If asphalt weathering is
to be used, joists should be at no more than 400mm
centres. Install firrings to give a fall of 1:80, or as
appropriate to type of construction tolerance.
Warm roof construction due to over joist
Install 19mm plywood to top of joists/firrings and fit

1000g polythene vapour control layer (VCL).
installation
Provides reliable long term energy savings for
Eliminates the need to insulate between joists
Robust deck structure copes with regular foot
traffic
Example U-value calculation: Flat roof insulating deck - Balcony

Terrace BUR
Thickness mm
Terrace SPM
Thickness mm
Terrace BUR EX- J

Thickness mm
12
19
See below
19
150
12.5
n/a
-
1.5
19
See below
19
150
12.5
n/a
-
12
19
See below
19
n/a
n/a
12.5
-
Variable Layer
Celotex
Product
XR3200
XR3165
XR3150
XR3140
XR3130
XR3120
XR3110
GA3100
GA3090
GA = Celotex Tuff-R GA3000
XR = Celotex Extra-R XR3000
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Thickness
mm
200
165
150
140
130
120
110
100
90
The chosen weatherproofing system should then be

applied directly to the surface of the plywood and
protected from foot traffic with promenade tiles, decking
or a similar finish.
Fix with corrosion-proof wood screws at a frequency

to suit the design wind load. Refer to BS 6399-2 Code of
Practice for Wind Loads. As a guide, 16 fasteners per board
will resist a wind load of 2.22 KN/m based on a design
load of 0.4 KN per fastener.
Ventilation not required through roof void
Outside surface
Built-up roofing or single-ply membrane
Plywood
Variable Layer
Plywood
Plasterboard
Plasterboard between joist - 11.7%
Inside surface
Before commencement of works, consult with a

structural engineer to ensure that the whole structure is
adequate to take the additional loads of a balcony.
Install Celotex insulation to the required thickness and

install secondary layer of 19mm plywood.
buildings
Warm Flat Roof
Additional installation guidelines

for balconies
U-value
W/mK
0.13
0.15
0.16
0.17
0.18
0.19
0.20
0.22
0.24
U-value
W/mK
0.13
0.15
0.16
0.17
0.18
0.19
0.20
0.22
0.24
U-value
W/mK
0.13
0.15
0.16
0.17
0.18
0.19
0.21
0.23
0.25
Ensure that fixings are no less than 10mm in from the

board edge or 50mm from each corner. They should be
equally spaced along the supporting joists. Fixings should
be long enough to penetrate at least 38mm into the
supporting timber.
Stagger opposing fixings where two board edges
share the same joist.
Provide a complete insulation envelope by extending
the wall insulation board up to the underside of the roof
deck.
Provide a soffit or ceiling below the joists, as the
surface of the product is not designed to be used as a
decorative internal finish.
Ensure that the plywood is completely dry before any
weathering system is applied.
Built-up roofing (BUR). Always use a Type 3G felt to
BS 747 as a vapour diffusion first layer when using BUR
weathering systems.
Single-ply membrane (SPM). Please consult the
manufacturer or supplier or the relevant trade association
for installation guidelines on all SPM weathering systems.
Temporary protection must be provided for both the
insulation and the waterproofing, if significant foot traffic
is anticipated either during or after installation.
Terrace BUR
= Built-up roofing
Terrace SPM
= Single-ply membrane
Terrace BUR EX- J = Built-up roofing exposed joists
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Ventilated lead covering

Use Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000, Celotex Extra-R
XR3000 or Celotex Tuff-R GA3000 in ventilated, lead
covered, warm roof applications to minimise
insulation thickness and give the following benefits:
Installation guidelines (using

Celotex Extra-R XR3000 or
Celotex Tuff-R GA3000)
Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 provides deck,
vapour control layer and insulation as a three-in-one product

Celotex Extra-R XR3000 provides the thickest insulation
available in the market allowing even lower U-values to be
achieved
Provides reliable long-term energy savings for buildings
Ideal for use in occasionally trafficked applications
Warm roof construction due to over joist installation
Installation guidelines (using

Tempchek Deck TD3000)
For installation of Tempchek Deck TD3000, please
refer to page 21 (bullet points 1-9 only) and then
continue as below.
Ventilation should be provided to reduce the risk of
condensation. Lay 50mm x 50mm counter battens to the
top of the Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000, allow
25mm continuous gap at opposite sides of the roof to
allow free flow ventilation beneath the lead deck.
Ventilation is in accordance with the Lead Sheet
Associations recommendations.
Lay 12mm plywood on the top of the counter
battens and screw fix into place.
Ventilated lead covered

flat roof using Celotex
Tempchek Deck TD3000
Ensure that joist spacing is at no more than 600mm

span and accept additional loads. Install firrings to give a
fall of 1:80, or as appropriate to type of construction
tolerance.
Install 19mm plywood to the top of joists/firrings and
lay 1000g polythene vapour control layer (VCL) over the
ply. Install Celotex insulation to the required thickness.
Ventilation should be provided to reduce the risk of
condensation. Lay 50mm x 50mm counter battens to the
top of the Celotex insulation, allow 25mm continuous
gap at opposite sides of the roof to allow free flow
ventilation beneath the lead deck. Ventilation is in
accordance with the Lead Sheet Associations
recommendations.
Fix with corrosion-proof wood screws at a frequency
to suit the design wind load. Refer to BS 6399-2 Code of
Warm Flat Roof
Lay underlay on the plywood using either a polyester

geotextile felt 200 to 220g/m or building paper to
BS1521 Class A.
Install lead sheet in accordance with the Lead Sheet
Insulated Deck
Thickness mm
2.2
12
50
See below
19
150
12.5
Variable Layer
Celotex
Product
TD3126
TD3116
TD3106
TD3096
TD3086
TD3081
TD3076
Deck stability (Tempchek Deck

Application Only)
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Lay 12mm plywood on the top of the counter

battens and screw fix into place.
Tempchek Deck
Thickness mm
2.2
12
50
See below
n/a
n/a
150
12.5
-
Outside surface
Code 5 lead
Plywood
Ventilated cavity between battens/firrings
Variable Layer
Polythene vapour control layer
Plywood
Plasterboard
Inside surface
Install lead sheet in accordance with the Lead Sheet

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Practice for Wind Loads. As a guide, 16 fasteners per

board will resist a wind load of 2.22KN/m based on a
design load of 0.4KN per fastener.
Example U-value calculation: Warm flat roof - Ventilated lead cover
Lay underlay on the plywood using either a polyester

geotextile felt 200 to 220g/m or building paper to
BS1521 Class A
Celotex Tempchek Deck TD3000 incorporates exterior

grade WBP plywood to BS 1203, laminated to the surface.
This gives the product excellent strength. Boards can
span up to 600mm joist centres to provide a suitable
substrate for a variety of weathering systems.
Ventilated lead covered

flat roof using Celotex Extra-R XR3000
Thickness
mm
126
116
106
96
86
81
76
U-value
W/mK
0.19
0.20
0.22
0.24
0.26
0.27
0.28
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Product
XR3200
XR3165
XR3150
XR3140
XR3130
XR3120
XR3110
GA3100
GA3090
Thickness U-value
mm
W/mK
200
0.14
165
0.16
150
0.17
140
0.18
130
0.19
120
0.20
110
0.22
100
0.23
90
0.25
TD = Celotex Tempchek Deck - TD3000
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Use Celotex Extra-R XR3000 or Celotex Tuff-R
GA3000 high performance thermal insulation in flat
roof between joist applications to minimise
insulation thickness and give the following
benefits:
Make sure that there is enough joist depth to
accommodate not only the thickness of the Celotex

insulation, but also a 50mm ventilated airspace above
the boards.
Optional single-layer insulation
Fix battens to the inside face of the joists so that the
reduces cutting
bottom of the batten is 50mm below the decking.
Measure the space to be filled between the inside
face of the joists prior to cutting the board.
Easy installation to use in existing roofs with no
The patented Celotex insulation clip is designed to
allow insulation boards to be installed between timber

joists quickly and without nails or screws.
loss of internal headroom

No need to remove existing weatherproof covering
When updating an existing ceiling, the Celotex

insulation can be fitted directly underneath the ceiling,
providing there is no vapour check layer present such
as gloss paint or foil backed plasterboard.
Always ensure that there is a 50mm minimum
ventilation gap above any original insulation.
Ventilation must be provided above an insulated
ceiling directly though the cold void.
Failure to do so could result in serious condensation
problems that may lead to decay and possible failure.
Fit the clips at one metre maximum centres along
Ideal for renovation/conversion projects
the edge of the insulation (as described on page 12).
Ventilated cold roof construction
Push the boards into the void between the joists
until they are tight up to the underside of the stop

battens, ensuring the lateral joints are tightly butted.
A vapour control layer (VCL) should be installed to
the underside of the joists. For high humidity areas

such as kitchens and bathrooms, a polythene sheet of
higher vapour resistance is recommended.
Complete the internal finish with plasterboard or
other suitable sheet material screwed or nailed to the

joists.
Example U-value calculation: Cold flat roof - In between joists

Construction
Thickness
mm
19
50
see below
12.5
-
Outside surface resistance

Plywood
Ventilated cavity
Variable Layer
Polythene, 1000 gauge VCL
Plasterboard
Inside surface resistance
Variable Layers
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Thickness
mm
U-value
W/m2K
Celotex Extra-R XR3165 between joists @ 400 ctrs - 11.7%brg
165
0.20
150
0.22
140
0.24
130
0.25
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Use a combination of Celotex Extra-R XR3000, Celotex
Tuff-R GA3000 and Celotex T-Break TB3000
high performance thermal insulation in flat roof
between and under joist applications to
minimise insulation thickness and give
the following benefits:
Make sure that there is enough joist depth to
accommodate not only the thickness of the Celotex

insulation, but also a 50mm ventilated airspace above
the boards.
Fix battens to the inside face of the joists so that the
A perfect solution to upgrade older
bottom of the batten is 50mm below the decking.
buildings
Measure the space to be filled between the inside
face of the joists prior to cutting the board.
The patented Celotex insulation clip is designed to
No need to remove existing weatherproof covering
allow insulation boards to be installed between timber

joists quickly and without nails or screws.
Ventilated cold roof construction
Fit the clips at one metre maximum centres along
The ideal renovation/conversion solution
the edge of the insulation (as described on page 12).
Easy to minimise any loss of internal headroom
Push the boards into the void between the joists
until they are tight up to the underside of the stop

battens, ensuring the lateral joints are tightly butted.
Composite systems can be used to combine Celotex

insulation under joist lining with a quilt type insulant
between the joists which will provide acoustic, as well
as thermal insulation.
This option is particularly useful when upgrading to
modern acoustic insulation standards.
When updating an existing ceiling, the Celotex
insulation can be fitted directly underneath the ceiling,
providing there is no vapour check layer present such
as gloss paint or foil backed plasterboard.
Always ensure that there is a 50mm minimum
ventilation gap above any original insulation.
Ventilation must be provided above an insulated
ceiling directly though the cold void.
Failure to do so could result in serious condensation
problems that may lead to decay and possible failure.
Secure the second layer of Celotex insulation to the
under-side of the joists with broad-headed clout nails.
Example U-value calculation: Cold flat roof - In between and under joists
Cold Industrial Roof
Outside surface
Plywood
Ventilated cavity
Celotex between joists @ 400 Ctrs - 11.7%brg
Variable Layer [ for below joist ]
Low E cavity batten air space - 11.7%brg See Note 1
Plasterboard
Inside surface
125mm deep joist

Thickness
mm
n/a
19
50
GA3075
See below
25
12.5
-
150mm deep joist

Thickness
mm
n/a
19
50
GA3100
See below
25
12.5
-
175mm deep joist

Thickness
mm
n/a
19
50
XR3120
See below
25
12.5
-
Joints between boards must be tightly butted and
sealed with a self-adhesive aluminium foil tape to

create a vapour seal.
Clearly mark rafter-lines on the board face, using a
spirit based felt-tip marker.

Nail or screw plasterboard or other lining through
the insulation to the joist.
Variable Layer
Celotex
Product
GA3050
TB3045
TB3040
TB3035
TB3030
TB3025
TB3020
TB3012
TB = Celotex T-Break TB3000
Low E = Low emissivity
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Thickness U-value Thickness U-value

mm
W/mK
mm
W/mK
50
0.19
50
0.16
45
0.21
45
0.18
40
0.23
40
0.19
35
0.24
35
0.20
30
0.25
30
0.21
25
n/a
25
0.22
20
n/a
20
0.23
12
n/a
12
n/a
Thickness U-value
mm
W/mK
50
0.15
45
0.17
40
0.17
35
0.18
30
0.19
25
0.20
20
0.21
12
0.22
Note 1
This thickness of board is required to be fixed using
25mm x 47mm battens to allow a suitable construction detail
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Over purlin construction
Design considerations
Use Celotex Double-R LG3 insulating lining board in commercial,

agricultural and industrial roofing applications. Offered with a white
painted stucco embossed foil face, Celotex Double-R LG3 gives the
following benefits:
Industrial buildings generally need to be insulated, even

when only used for storage. To be effective, the insulation
must be efficient, lightweight and safe in a fire situation.
Most insulation materials come in quilt form and are not
self-supporting. Therefore they normally require support
from a steel liner tray. Celotex Double-R LG3 lining
sheets, however, are self-supporting and do not require a
liner tray.
Approval from the Loss Prevention

Certification Board (LPCB)
A Euroclass B fire rating
Fully approved by fire insurers for use on
commercial and industrial buildings
Fasteners
Provides a semi-decorative internal finish

For use in both under purlin and over purlin constructions
Lightweight, rapidly installed and easily cut to shape
Celotex Double-R LG3
as used in over purlin
construction (does not
show mineral wool)
Example U-value calculation: Cold industrial roof LG3

LG3 Over Purlin

Thickness
mm
See below
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Outside surface
Weathering system
Ventilated cavity
Variable Layer (over purlin)
Inside surface
Variable Layer
Celotex & Mineral Wool
Product
LG3/25 + 170mm mineral wool
Thickness
mm
195
140
190
145
190
145
190
145
LG3 = Celotex Double-R LG3

LG3/25 = 25mm lining board
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U-value
W/mK
0.20
0.25
0.20
0.25
0.20
0.25
0.20
0.25
The roof sheeting must be secured to the purlins using

self-spacing screw fasteners. Fastener spacings should be
determined in accordance with the recommendations of
the cladding and fastener manufacturers. The use of
ordinary self-tapping screws is not recommended.
Each board should be supported by three purlins and by
a galvanized steel tee section along both edges to give a
maximum span of 2400mm and a standard width of
1200mm. Mineral wool is loosely laid above the LG3 to
achieve required U-value.
The external cladding sheets should be laid directly onto
the top surface of the mineral wool and fixed with selfspacing screw fasteners in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations.This applies to all
cladding sheets except fibre cement. In this case, treated
timber or fibre cement battens should be laid over the
Celotex Double-R boards. When using battens, always
leave regular gaps to allow condensation or wind-driven
moisture to drain to the eaves.
In all cases, the cladding should be installed in accordance
with the manufacturers recommended side and end lap
details to ensure full weather protection. It is also
important to ensure that the cladding is sealed off at both
ridges and eaves, in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations, whilst allowing free drainage of any
condensation at the eaves.
Vapour sealing/air-tightness
Bed all board edges in a vapour-resistant sealant, applied
to the table of the tee bars and to the top surface before
the boards are set in position. All longitudinal and lateral
joints must be vapour-sealed, using self-adhesive
aluminium foil. Celotex recommends tapes with acrylic
adhesives, which have been shown to give excellent
adhesion to the foil facings of the boards.The surface of
the Celotex Double-R LG3 board must be clean and free

from dirt, grit and grease before any tape is applied.
Application of vapour control adhesive tape will contribute
further to energy conservation by eliminating air leakage
losses at joints.
Rooflights
Where rooflights are required, the lining boards directly
beneath the external rooflights should be replaced with
vacuum formed box-type translucent panels. These
should be sealed into the grid, by the same method as
the insulation boards, to maintain the integrity of the
vapour seal.
Ridge detailing
A simple arrangement at the ridge is to use a short
length of board to span between the uppermost purlins
on either side of the ridge, with the exposed edges
supported by tee bars. All joints must be fully sealed as
described above.
Gutters
The insulation board should be installed to sail over the
lowest purlin. The exposed cut edge should be taped. The
cladding sheet must project beyond the end of the lining
board by a minimum of 25mm. If a flashing is fixed
directly over the board, the lap must be sealed with tape.
Wall lining
Insulating wall lining placed outside the sheeting rails
may be fixed as described above for over purlin roof
lining. Alternatively, treated timber battens may be
placed outside the insulation and the lining board
secured to the sheeting rails by self-tapping screws
passing through the batten and the insulation into the
sheeting rails. The sheet cladding may then be secured
directly to the battens or through the complete system
to the sheeting rails.
Compartment walls
Celotex Double-R LG3 PIR products, designated AA
when tested to BS 476: Part 3, may be used without
interruption over fire-resisting compartment walls and
partitions, in compliance with the Building Regulations
Approved Document B, providing that appropriate fire
stopping is inserted between the lining board and the
top of the wall.
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Under purlin construction
Design considerations
Use Celotex Double-R LG3 insulating lining board in commercial,

agricultural and industrial roofing applications. Offered with a white
painted stucco embossed foil face, Celotex Double-R LG3 gives the
following benefits:
Under purlin is a technique that is widely used for

upgrading roofs of existing industrial buildings. There are
four primary considerations:
1. The condensation risk needs to be assessed on a case Approval from the Loss Prevention Certification
commercial and industrial buildings
by-case basis. Achieving an effective vapour seal around

the board edges requires very careful installation and it
should be assumed that the system will not be 100%
vapour-tight. Care should be taken to provide ventilation
across the void above the ceiling or lining to disperse any
moisture vapour.
Provides a semi-decorative internal finish
2. Most older buildings were not designed for the
For use in both under purlin and over purlin
additional weight of a suspended ceiling. A Celotex

Double-R LG3 lining is inherently the best option to use
for upgrading because of the low weight of the board.
Designers are still advised to check the loadings of the
roof before proceeding.
Board (LPCB)
A Euroclass B fire rating
Fully approved by fire insurers for use on
constructions
Celotex Double-R LG3

as used in under purlin
construction (does not
show mineral wool)
Lightweight, rapidly installed and easily cut to shape
Example U-value calculation: Cold industrial roof LG3

LG3 Under Purlin

Thickness
mm
See below
-
Outside surface
Weathering system
Ventilated cavity
Variable Layer (under purlin)
Inside surface
Thickness
mm
200
150
200
155
200
150
195
155
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Mineral wool is loosely laid above the LG3 to achieve

required U-value.
Clipping
All boards must be securely retained using hold down
clips to suit the board thickness. Clips should be installed
at maximum 600mm centres. Closer clip centres will be
required if the lining is subject to wind uplift caused by
significant internal pressure changes.
The last board in the system cannot be clipped, therefore
plasterboard or a similar dense material should be cut,
just undersize to clear the suspension grid and laid onto
Celotex Double-R LG3 to act as a weight to hold down
the lining board evenly.
Wall linings
4. Most insurers require buildings to satisfy LPCB
Ventilation
Celotex Double-R LG3 insulating lining boards must be
fixed in a gridwork of inverted tees, either directly under
the purlin or suspended from the purlin, down to the
ceiling plane.
U-value
W/mK
0.20
0.25
0.20
0.25
0.20
0.25
0.20
0.25
Perimeter angles are used as trim at eaves, ridges and all

structural abutments. Main tees are connected to the
trim with proprietary brackets, screws or rivets.
warehouses and aircraft hangers, will be subject to rapid

changes in internal air pressure during windy weather. It
may be necessary to provide rigid hangers for the grid
system and to increase the clip frequency to prevent the
lining or ceiling from floating.
standards. Celotex Double-R LG3, which is listed in the
LPCB approvals guide, must never be replaced with a
non-LPCB certified product.
Variable Layer
Celotex & Mineral Wool
Product
LG3/30 +170mm mineral wool
3. Buildings with large door openings, such as
Cross tees are designed to accommodate standard

2400mm x 1200mm Celotex Double-R LG3 boards.
Main tees are installed at board width (maximum

1200mm centres) and are joined together by connectors
or splices. Main tees are suspended from the hanger straps
or 2mm twist-straightened suspension wire at a maximum
of 2 metre centres (depending on the weight of the lining
board and the spanning performance of the tee). Refer to
the tee manufacturers guidelines for further information.
Rigid hangers are generally preferred and are essential if
the area to be insulated is subject to sudden changes in
air pressure, which might cause the finished lining or
ceiling to lift. The use of diagonal bracing within the
supporting gridwork, especially where the lining is fixed
well below the purlins, may also be required to counteract
the diaphragm effect of changes in air pressure.
Industrial lining grids may also be used to secure Celotex

boards when used as wall linings inside sheeting rails.
The technique required is as previously described. At low
levels, protection from traffic damage will be required.
Installation of Celotex Double-R LG3 lining boards
creates a large temperature differential between the cold
void above the ceiling and the internal environment of
the building. This type of application is known as cold
roof design. Full and efficient ventilation of the void
should be provided. Vapour sealing the board joists
cannot be relied upon solely to reduce the risk of
condensation.
Rooflights and lighting

Where natural daylight is to be retained, the opaque
lining boards should be omitted from the grid to coincide
with the profiled roof lights within the weathering sheets.
To maintain the integrity of the vapour seal, box-type
translucent panels can be used to replace the lining
boards within the grid. The box light can then be sealed
into the grid using mastic within the tee bars.
Light fittings fitted to the underside of the lining may
result in an uneven surface appearance to the Celotex
Double-R LG3 lining boards. For best appearance,
lights should be suspended at least 500mm below the
finished ceiling.
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Environmental sustainability policy

Celotex environmental policy
It is the policy of Celotex Limited that the Company
will at all times pursue strategies within its
operations, product development and commercial
activities to assess and minimise negative impacts
on the environment whilst adhering to the
principles of sustainable development, and to
expect similar environmental standards from its
suppliers and contractors. To satisfy this policy
objective specific attention will be paid to:
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Where possible, cut the product using a
Waste management
Celotex continually monitors the levels of waste
from its activities and drives and implements
procedures which help reduce the amount of
waste produced. The company ensures that all
employees are aware of the importance of
reducing waste in all its activities.
trimming knife, rather than a saw, to minimise

dust creation.
If using a saw, dust extraction equipment, eye
protection and face masks must be provided.

Dust or particles in the eyes should be washed
out with liberal quantities of water.
Aluminium foil edges may be sharp. Avoid
Compliance with the requirements of environmental legislation and approved

codes of practice in all countries where we trade.
A company suggestion scheme allows all

employees to suggest methods of reducing
waste both in production and non-production
areas. Thicker boards are packed via a different
packing system, reducing the level of waste
material by introducing a returnable element
that can consistently be reused. Our current
method of cardboard packaging has seen a 30%
reduction in the quantity of cardboard used
compared to the previous method.
Minimising environmentally harmful emissions and noise from manufacturing

operations.
Recycling
Quality assurance
Waste PIR is inert and land fill safe with no known

effect on ground water. Glass-fibre used as core
reinforcement in many of our boards, is made up
almost entirely from recycled waste glass,
originating from double glazing. The majority of
our boards are packed in glued and stapled
cardboard boards. This element is recyclable and
means other methods of packaging such as
shrink wrapping are avoided.
Product and application development is priority

at Celotex, with a focus on high performance,
durability and usability. This is achieved through a
quality management
system which has been fully
assessed and certified as
meeting the requirements
of BS EN ISO 9001:2000.
Reducing waste generation from production and packaging of products.
Raising awareness, encouraging participation and training employees in

environmental matters, especially recycling and waste reduction in nonproduction areas.
Developing strategies to enable the Companys products to be used/reused in

an environmentally-sensitive way or recycled at the end of their useful life.
Optimising the use of waste materials in our manufacturing processes.
Developing new product formulations to reduce long term environmental

damage to the Ozone Layer.
Optimising the use of energy in all manufacturing and business activities in

order to reduce related Carbon Dioxide emissions.
Using timber products from sustainable (managed) forests, where available.
Liaising with the local community and participating in discussions about

environmental issues.
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sliding bare hands along board edges.
Health and safety

Full guidance on the appropriate measures to be
taken by an employer in accordance with the
COSHH Regulations is provided in the Celotex
Health and Safety Data Sheet which can be
downloaded from our website.
Other products
General information
Storage and handling
Celotex insulation boards should be stored
dry, flat and clear of the ground. Only as much

material as can be installed during a single
working period should be removed from storage
at any one time. If boards are stored under
tarpaulins, care should be taken to prevent rope
damage to the boards.
Care should also be taken to ensure that packs
are not dropped onto corners or edges.
Celotex offers a comprehensive range of

insulation products for floor, wall and roof
applications. For information please visit
www.celotex.co.uk or contact our Sales
Department.
Ancillary components
A list of suppliers of ancillary components for the
fixing and sealing of Celotex products is available
from www.celotex.co.uk or by contacting our
Technical Advisory Service.
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Notes
Characteristics, properties or performance of materials described herein are derived from data obtained under controlled test conditions. Celotex
Limited makes no warranty, express or implied as to their characteristics under any variations from such conditions in actual constructions.
All products are supplied subject to our standard terms and conditions of sale, a copy of which is available on request.
Typical details shown in this brochure are provided for guidance only and are not to scale. Celotex Limited makes no warranty, express or implied as
to the suitability of such details for any particular project. It is the responsibility of the designer to ensure that any design or construction details used
are suitable for the project, having due regard to the environmental and structural factors which are beyond the control of Celotex Limited.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing herein stated shall exclude or restrict:
1. The liability of Celotex Limited in respect of death or personal injury pursuant to the relevant provisions of the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977, or
2. The liability of Celotex Limited in respect of any damage caused by a defect to the extent that such comes within the relevant provisions of the
Consumer Protection Act 1987.
* Calls are charged at 30p per minute from a BT landline and lines are open Monday Friday from 8:00am 5:15pm.
Details and pricing are correct at date of publication November 2007.
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