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How to Choose Heat-Insulating Building Materials in Saudi Arabia

  • 2025-06-12
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A Smart Guide to Lowering Your Electricity Bill and Protecting Your Property

In Saudi Arabia’s harsh climate—where summer temperatures often soar above 45°C—strong construction is not enough. To build smart, you must start by choosing the right heat-insulating building materials that reduce cooling costs and improve indoor comfort.


 Why Is Thermal Insulation So Important in Saudi Arabia?

  •  Save up to 40% on electricity bills

  •  Keep indoor temperatures more stable

  •  Prolong the life of your air conditioning systems

  •  Comply with the Saudi Building Code, which mandates thermal insulation


 How to Choose the Right Heat-Insulating Materials for Your Project

1. Walls: Use Thermal Insulated Concrete Blocks

  • Popular Types:

    • Lightweight foam blocks

    • Double-layer blocks with a polystyrene core

  • Benefits: Excellent heat resistance, fire-resistant, lightweight

 Ideal for residential buildings and villas in hot cities like Riyadh, Qassim, and Hafr Al-Batin


2. Roofs: Use Thermal Boards During or After Construction

  • Common Options: Polystyrene sheets (Styrofoam) or polyurethane panels (PU)

  • Installed before concrete pouring or added on top of the roof after construction

  • Recommended thickness: 3–5 cm for effective performance

 Great solution for rooftops exposed to direct sunlight


3. Interiors: Install Heat-Reflective Insulation Panels

  • Options include: Rockwool panels, reflective foam sheets (Skytech or equivalent)

  • Installed behind drywall or within wall cavities

  • Reflect heat and reduce internal heat transfer

Perfect for apartments, offices, or rooms with high sun exposure


Common Mistakes to Avoid

  1. Buying materials that are not certified by SASO or other relevant standards

  2. Focusing only on price instead of long-term performance

  3. Poor installation or using untrained workers


Why Do Contractors & Developers Choose Us?

At Suppliers House, we provide:

  • Certified thermal insulation materials from top brands

  • Expert consultation based on your project location and usage

  • Fast delivery across the Kingdom

  • Discounts for bulk purchases and government housing projects