
Underfloor Insulation Fixing for New Floor Builds
EXPOL’s Underfloor Joist Saddles are specifically designed for new floor constructions, whether installing floorboards or sheet flooring. These purpose-built saddles clip securely over timber or steel joists, holding insulation panels firmly in place and ensuring correct positioning. They dramatically speed up underfloor insulation installation prior to laying the finished floor surface.
Key Benefits
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Quick-Fit Installation – clips over joists from above with no fiddly fixings required.
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Self-Locating Design – ensures perfect panel positioning every time.
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Durable & Non-Corrosive – manufactured from 100% recycled plastic for long-term performance.
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Convenient Packaging – supplied in 50-unit bags for efficient on-site handling.
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Compact Dimensions – 68 mm deep × 120 mm long × 25 mm wide for easy integration.
Technical Overview
Panels measure 60 mm thick by 1200 mm long, are available to suit joist centres of 410 mm, 470 mm or 560 mm, and include concertina edges, non-halogen flame-retardant additives and closed-cell EPS for moisture and pest resistance.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
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| R-Value | 1.4 m²·K/W |
| Thickness | 60 mm |
| Length | 1200 mm |
| Joist Centres (Width) | 410 mm, 470 mm, 560 mm |
| Edge Profile | Concertina (compressible up to 20 mm) |
| Material | Closed-cell Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) |
| Fire Safety | Contains flame retardant |
| Moisture Absorption | < 1% by volume |
| Warranty | 50-year limited, BRANZ-appraised |
| Recyclability | Offcuts fully recyclable at EPS drop-off |
| Pest Resistance | No nutritional value for vermin |
| Joist Centre & Panels per Bag | Coverage per Bag (m²) |
| 410 mm – 11 panels | 5.41 |
| 470 mm – 10 panels | 5.64 |
| 560 mm – 9 panels | 6.05 |