Kingspan

72.5mm Kingspan Kooltherm K118 Insulated Plasterboard 11 Per Pallet

2.4m x 1.2m

SKU: IUK00920
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£1,029.79 Ex VAT

FREE delivery over £500 excluding VAT

Our Expert Says

72.5mm Kingspan Kooltherm K118 Insulated Plasterboard is the first board in the range once the increments widen from 5mm to 10mm steps, so it represents a bigger single move up in thermal performance than any of the thinner boards offer on their own. Its 60mm phenolic core delivers a thermal resistance of 3.15 m²K/W, one of only two thicknesses in the range (alongside 52.5mm) with an R-value confirmed directly against Kingspan's current datasheet rather than calculated. It's built the same way as every K118 board: factory-bonded phenolic core, 12.5mm tapered-edge plasterboard, and a composite foil facing acting as the integral vapour control layer. Kingspan confirms it for solid stonework and brickwork, cavity and timber frame walls, and as insulated drylining fixed at rafter level beneath a sloping ceiling in loft conversions, typically alongside a pitched roof board like Kooltherm K107. Worth reaching for on projects chasing a genuinely ambitious U-value without moving into a second layer of insulation. Click for our full review

Kingspan

72.5mm Kingspan Kooltherm K118 Insulated Plasterboard 11 Per Pallet

2.4m x 1.2m

SKU: IUK00920
  • internal Icon
  • Wall Icon
  • Ceiling Icon
  • Loft Icon
£1,029.79 Ex VAT

FREE delivery over £500 excluding VAT

Our Expert Says:

72.5mm Kingspan Kooltherm K118 Insulated Plasterboard is the first board in the range once the increments widen from 5mm to 10mm steps, so it represents a bigger single move up in thermal performance than any of the thinner boards offer on their own. Its 60mm phenolic core delivers a thermal resistance of 3.15 m²K/W, one of only two thicknesses in the range (alongside 52.5mm) with an R-value confirmed directly against Kingspan's current datasheet rather than calculated. It's built the same way as every K118 board: factory-bonded phenolic core, 12.5mm tapered-edge plasterboard, and a composite foil facing acting as the integral vapour control layer. Kingspan confirms it for solid stonework and brickwork, cavity and timber frame walls, and as insulated drylining fixed at rafter level beneath a sloping ceiling in loft conversions, typically alongside a pitched roof board like Kooltherm K107. Worth reaching for on projects chasing a genuinely ambitious U-value without moving into a second layer of insulation. Click for our full review

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Product Description

After 62.5mm, the K118 range widens its increments from 5mm to 10mm steps, and 72.5mm Kingspan Kooltherm K118 Insulated Plasterboard is the first board in that wider run. Built around a 60mm fibre-free rigid phenolic core, factory-bonded to a 12.5mm tapered-edge gypsum plasterboard, it delivers a genuinely bigger single jump in thermal performance than any of the closer-spaced thinner boards manage on their own.

Each board measures 2400mm x 1200mm for 2.88m² of coverage, and weighs approximately 12.98kg/m². The declared thermal conductivity is 0.019 W/mK, consistent across the whole K118 range. From the 60mm core, 72.5mm K118 achieves a thermal resistance of 3.15 m²K/W, one of only two thicknesses in the range where the R-value is confirmed directly against Kingspan's current published datasheet rather than calculated from the core thickness (52.5mm is the other). As always, the completed wall's U-value depends on the full build-up, not the board figure alone, so it needs calculating against the actual construction.

The tapered edge on all four sides means joints fill and skim exactly like standard plasterboard, leaving no visible seam once decorated. On the reverse face, a low-emissivity composite foil acts as the board's integral vapour control layer: K118 is a moisture closed system, keeping damp out via the VCL and the wall's external leaf rather than relying on the wall breathing. The core is manufactured with a blowing agent of zero Ozone Depletion Potential and low Global Warming Potential, and resists mould and microbial growth.

Kingspan's own guidance confirms K118 for use on solid stonework and brickwork, with or without an existing lining, as well as masonry cavity walls and timber frame construction. It's also used as insulated drylining fixed at rafter level to form a sloping ceiling in loft conversions and pitched roof build-ups, typically working alongside a primary rafter insulation board such as Kooltherm K107. Fixed to timber battens, Kingspan specifies battens at 600mm vertical centres with a damp-proof-course strip between batten and wall, boards fixed with drywall screws at 300mm centres or galvanised clout nails at 150mm centres, and noggins positioned horizontally at floor and ceiling level at a maximum of 1200mm vertical centres. Install in line with the latest Kingspan technical guidance and the project specification, with particular care at joints, penetrations and perimeters so the integral vapour control layer performs as intended.

Key Benefits of 72.5mm Kingspan Kooltherm K118:

  • Factory-bonded phenolic insulation and 12.5mm tapered-edge plasterboard in one board, removing the need for separate drylining
  • First board in the range's wider 10mm increments, after the tighter 5mm steps end at 62.5mm
  • Declared thermal conductivity of 0.019 W/mK, constant across every K118 thickness
  • Thermal resistance of 3.15 m²K/W, confirmed directly against Kingspan's current datasheet (one of only two thicknesses in the range with a confirmed rather than calculated figure)
  • Tapered edge on all four sides for straightforward joint filling and skim finishing
  • Low-emissivity composite foil facing acts as the board's integral vapour control layer, as part of a moisture closed system
  • Manufactured with a blowing agent of zero ODP and low GWP, and resists mould and microbial growth
  • Compressive strength typically around 100 kPa at 10% compression (BS EN 826)
  • 2.88m² coverage per board from a 2400mm x 1200mm sheet
  • Confirmed by Kingspan for solid stonework and brickwork (with or without existing lining), masonry cavity walls, timber frame walls, and rafter-level drylining in pitched roof/loft conversions

Good to know:

  • Boards measure 2400mm x 1200mm and are sold individually, each covering 2.88m²
  • The board is directional: plasterboard faces into the room, composite foil faces the substrate
  • As a moisture closed system, the vapour control layer needs to stay continuous (joints, penetrations and perimeters properly sealed) for the wall build-up to manage condensation correctly
  • Kingspan's fixing guidance for timber battens: 600mm vertical centres, a DPC strip between batten and wall, drywall screws at 300mm centres or clout nails at 150mm centres, with noggins at floor and ceiling level at up to 1200mm vertical centres
  • No separate lining step is needed since the plasterboard facing is already fixed to the board: fill and tape the tapered joints, then skim as normal
  • Store flat, in a dry environment, off the ground and away from excess weight; cover with a weatherproof sheet if stored outside
  • Insulation UK offers a bespoke cutting service if you need boards cut to size

As the first board past the range's widened increments, 72.5mm Kingspan Kooltherm K118 delivers a confirmed, meaningful step up in thermal performance for internal wall projects, without losing the drylining and vapour control built into every K118 board.

Certifications & Standards

  • Reaction to fire (whole board): Euroclass B-s1,d0 to BS EN 13501-1:2018
  • Reaction to fire (plasterboard facing): Euroclass A2-s1,d0
  • Product standard: EN 13166
  • ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 37301:2021, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 50001:2018
  • BES 6001 "Excellent" responsible sourcing (Pembridge manufacturing site)

Always refer to the latest Kingspan technical datasheet, Declaration of Performance and BBA certificate before specification or installation.

Technical Datasheets

Customer Information

Free delivery on orders over £500 ex-VAT. All orders below £500 (ex-VAT) are subject to a £50 delivery charge.

Ordering & Delivery

How do I place an order with Insulation UK?

You can place an order for delivery anytime online. If you want to collect from our distribution centre in South Yorkshire then please email us your requirements at sales@insulationuk.co.uk
and we will send a payment link and collection instructions. If you can’t see what you are looking for or need more information, then call our team on 03003 034 578 and we can sort your order from there.

How do I know what’s happening with my order and when I will receive it?

When you have placed your order, you will then receive an email confirmation, giving you an order reference number and asking you to double check everything is correct on your order such as delivery address, quantities etc. If there are any amendments to be made, then please reply to your confirmation email with any details.

Once the team has processed the order you will receive an email with a BY delivery date, this is the latest date you will receive your delivery.

Your final email will be a 24/48hr notification, on the day of the delivery if you need a more accurate ETA then contact the office on 03003 034 578. 

Do you offer next-day delivery?

Yes, we do on certain lines, you will see our next day delivery products marked as NEXT DAY. Order before 12pm for next day delivery (charges will apply)

How much does delivery cost and how long will it take?

Standard delivery is £50 + VAT for all orders below £500 excluding VAT, above £500 excluding VAT delivery is free. Bespoke deliveries can be made but will incur charges. Each product page gives you an estimate delivery by date. For more accurate information call the team on 03003 034 578

Can I choose a specific delivery date or time slot?

We will endeavour to try and accommodate a preferred date, if you need a delivery on a certain day, then please call us on 03003 034 578.

Do you deliver nationwide?

We deliver across most of the UK; however, some postcodes are restricted due to their location. Check out our delivery map for more information. If you find that you are in area we don’t deliver to, we have access to a wide range of haulage options, please call the team on 03003 034 578 to discuss your requirements further.

Will the driver help unload the insulation products?

Most of our deliveries are made with vehicles with mechanical off-load (known as a moffett or fork-lift), the driver will leave them in a safe place of your choice. They will help as much as they are allowed but are not insured to bring anything into a property.

What happens if my order arrives damaged or incomplete?

In the unlikely event your order arrives damaged, then please contact within 48 hours at sales@insulationuk.co.uk with any images of the damage and the team will be in touch. If there is anything missing, then notify the team within 48 hours on 03003 034 578

What if my order doesn’t arrive and I have paid for trades to be on site, can I claim anything towards the costs I have incurred?

We advise not to have trades booked in and around the day of your delivery. Things can happen beyond our control, and your delivery may be delayed or abandoned. We cannot be held liable for any consequential loss such as tradesman wages etc.

 

Product Advice & Support

How do I know which insulation product is right for my project?

With such a variety of insulation products, we fully understand making sure you have the right one can seem daunting. Our team have over 50 years of experience in the construction industry and there isn’t a question they haven’t been asked! Speak to our technical team on 03003 034 578 and they will be happy to offer some help and guidance.

Do you offer technical advice or support before I buy?

Yes we do! Just call 03003 034 578 and ask for our technical team and we will be happy to support you.

Product Information & Suitability

Product descriptions on this website are provided as general guidance only and are not a substitute for the manufacturer’s Technical Data Sheet (TDS), fire classification information, and the project’s design/specification requirements. Suitability depends on the full build-up and intended use (including any requirement for encapsulation, coverings, and compliance with Building Regulations and the project fire strategy).

It is the customer’s responsibility to confirm, before ordering, that the product specification and performance are suitable for the intended application by reviewing the relevant TDS and taking professional advice where required. If you are unsure, contact us before purchase and provide your intended build-up so we can confirm what information we can support.

Nothing in this notice limits or excludes your statutory rights

Can I speak to someone to confirm product specifications?

Of course you can! There is also a range of data sheets and guides available on the product pages under Technical Information.

Are your products suitable for both DIY and trade customers?

Yes, they are. If you are new to DIY projects involving insulation,
then we advise to always do your research. We have a handy guides section which may help.

Do you offer fire-rated or eco-friendly insulation options?

Yes, we do. Fire ratings are indicated in the specification table on the product page, and our sustainable range is continually growing.

Pricing & Payments

Do you offer trade or bulk-buy discounts?

We always aim to offer the best price online; however we do offer project pricing for larger orders, speak to our sales team with your requirements on 03003 034 578.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major cards including American Express, as well as Apple Pay, Google Pay and PayPal

Can I set up a trade account with credit terms?

We do offer trade accounts, however there are certain criteria we ask for, and any credit account application is subject to credit checks. Call the team on 03003 034 578 to discuss any credit applications.

Do your prices include VAT?

The website has a toggle at the top right of the page so the prices can be displayed including and excluding VAT. VAT, where applicable, is charged at checkout.

Returns & Cancellations

Can I return unwanted insulation products?

Contact the team via email sales@insulationuk.co.uk  with the items you wish to return and any other information. Please note if we you need us to collect any unwanted items,
a collection fee will apply.

How do I arrange a return or exchange?

Contact the team via email sales@insulationuk.co.uk or check out our refund policy.

Are there any restocking fees?

Restocking charges will apply in certain instances, please contact the team via email at sales@insulationuk.co.uk check out our refund policy.

What if I’ve ordered incorrectly or need to cancel my order?

Contact the team via email as soon as possible. The best way to get in contact is to reply to any of the emails we have sent you, they will come straight through to the team and will have any relevant order information already on there.

  

Installation & Compliance

Do you offer installation services or just supply materials?

We do not offer any installation services; we are a supplier of insulation and building materials.

Can I get a datasheet or certificate of performance for your products?

Yes, data sheets can be found in the Technical Information drop down on the product page.

How should I store insulation products before installation?

There are a variety of insulation products each with their own storage instructions. Generally, please keep them off the ground, in a dry area, away from the elements.

Sustainability & Quality

Are your insulation products environmentally friendly?

This depends on the individual products, data sheets are available,
and any environmental benefits are noted on the product pages.

Do your products help reduce energy bills?

The correct insulation properly installed can reduce heat loss from a building and therefore help reduce energy costs.

Are your products made in the UK or imported?

With such a wide variety of products some are made in the UK and some are imported.

 

Customer Service & Support

How can I contact your support team?

By phone on 03003 034 578, email sales@insulationuk.co.uk or via our
webchat online

What are your opening hours?

Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm for sales and technical support, orders can be placed on line 24/7

How quickly can I expect a reply to my enquiry?

We aim to respond to our customers as quickly as possible.

Technical Details

Product Details
Brand:
Kingspan
Material:
Phenolic / Gypsum
Manufacturers Part Number:
100000032328
Dimensions & Coverage
Length:
2400 mm
Width:
1200 mm
Thickness:
72.5 mm
Unit Coverage:
31.68 m²
Qty Per Pallet:
11 Items
Sqm Per Pallet:
31.68 m²
Application & Installation
Applications:
Wall
Edge Type:
Tapered
Thermal Performance

Thermal performance helps show how effectively the product reduces heat transfer.

Thermal conductivity measures how readily heat passes through the material, so lower figures generally indicate better insulating performance.

R Value shows the material’s thermal resistance at that thickness, so higher figures generally mean stronger insulation performance.

These figures relate to the insulation product itself and should be considered alongside the full wall, roof or floor build-up when checking project requirements.

Thermal Conductivity:
0.019 W/mK
R Value:
3.20 M²K/W
Fire Performance

Euroclass reaction to fire is the European EN 13501-1 classification used to show how a construction product behaves when exposed to fire.

The main scale runs from A1 and A2 at the highest end, through B, C, D and E, down to F.

A1 is non-combustible and A2 is limited combustibility, while lower classes indicate a greater contribution to fire.

Euroclass F is the lowest rating on this scale and indicates the weakest reaction-to-fire performance.

This is different from fire resistance, which relates to how long a complete wall, floor or roof build-up can resist fire.

Reaction to Fire:
(Euroclass) B-s1,d0