New Build KORE Floor Case Study in South Co. Dublin
KORE case studies offer an inside look at how our EPS solutions perform in real-world applications. The following case study is on a new build housing development in South Co Dublin. KORE Floor Insulation was used to achieve U-value of 0.18W/m2K in the floor.
Case Study Details
Project Name: New development, South Co. Dublin
Products Used: KORE Floor
KORE Representative: Jonathan Malone
A Word from our Sales Manager
“We have supplied this company with KORE insulation solutions for almost five years. We are proud to supply high-quality, high-performing, efficient, sustainable and cost-optimal solutions for each project. Each project increases in size, and we are proud to partner with future-focused construction professionals, who are not only concerned about property quality, but environmental impact, longevity, and homeowner comfort.”
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120mm KORE Floor EPS 70 Silver installation completed on site -
124 A-Rated homes near completion utilising KORE Floor insulation
Creating ‘A-Rated’ Homes with KORE Floor
On this project, KORE are working with one of Ireland’s leading construction companies, specialising in residential properties, based in Dublin. This development is the fifth project where the construction specialists have worked with KORE’s sales manager, Jonathan Malone, utilising KORE Floor insulation that offered ease of use on-site while providing low U-values in a high-performance product.
Located in South County Dublin, this latest new build development consists of 124 units of terraced and semi-detached houses, and apartment units. Offering a variety of two, three- and four-bedrooms floorplans, all properties will be ‘A-rated’ and fitted with high efficiency air to water heating systems.
Homeowners will live in A2-Rated homes, close to Dublin central, as well as quick access to Wicklow, with a variety of major employers within close distance, and shopping and lifestyle amenities nearby.
Choosing KORE Floor to achieve more
When building a new development of A-rated homes, achieving optimal energy efficiency and maintaining high sustainability standards are critical. One of the best ways to ensure these goals are met is by choosing sustainable, high-performing products. To ensure optimal thermal performance, the contractor chose 120mm KORE Floor EPS70 Silver insulation for the floors, achieving an impressive U-value of 0.18W/m²K.
Choosing KORE Floor insulation allows the contractor to reach the nZEB standard for all properties, constructing energy efficient, sustainable homes with the addition of renewable energy technologies such as air-to-water heat pumps.
A-rated homes are not just about energy efficiency but also about reducing carbon emissions. KORE Floor insulation in collaboration holds an integral role in creating an airtight building envelope, reducing the need for excessive heating or cooling. This leads to lower carbon emissions from the building’s operation, making it a great choice for developers aiming to create homes that meet modern environmental standards.
A Strong Relationship with KORE
What sets this project apart is the continued collaboration with the contractor, marking the fifth site worked on together over the past 4.5 years. Originally using PIR insulation, switching to KORE EPS for cost-effectiveness, high-performance, reliable service with superior thermal performance, as well as the value it brings to their projects.
This partnership highlights not only the long-standing trust between the contractor and KORE, but also the growing trend of using EPS insulation as an effective and economical choice for floor applications in the construction industry. The successful completion of this site is yet another testament to the high standards and commitment to quality that both the contractor and KORE continue to uphold.
PHOTOS OF WORKS
Jonathan Malone
Regional Sales Manager
Jonathan Malone has been a Regional Sales Manager for KORE since the beginning of 2020. Jonathan has over 15 years of experience in the construction industry, starting as a carpenter before moving into construction sales for the past 8 years. Jonathan previously worked for an insulation distributor and builders merchant, and has studied at both DIT and Dublin Business School. You’ll see Jonathan around Dublin and the surrounding counties.
You can reach Jonathan by email or by phone on +353 87 323 0477.