PLANT!T Vermiculite 100L Bag

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This characteristic of exfoliation, the basis for commercial use of the mineral, is the result of the mechanical separation of the layers by the rapid conversion of contained water to steam.

Another firm favourite with keen gardeners is vermiculite and when you want to retain water than choose to add vermiculite to your chosen media. Used in conjunction with a Register Plate to keep the granules in place, Vermiculite Insulation is a naturally occurring laminated material which, through thermal expansion, produces a highly aerated insulating and absorbent particle. Vermiculite can be used for propagation from seed - its retention of water makes it good for sustaining the growth of seeds; potting compost for container planting - it retains moisture whilst protecting against adverse weather and aids re-wetting; and soil conditioning - its excellent water holding capabilities makes it an excellent addition to sandy soils or dried out ground. Drawing nutrients from the soil that surrounds them, when it comes to successfully growing from seed, cuttings or established plants, it’s essential to get your soil conditions just right. This is where vermiculite can help. Vermiculite Fineisgraded for horticultural use.It is lightweight, density approximately 100kg /m3, has a neutral pH (6.0-7.0), excellent insulation, retains water, and has a high porosity and high nutrient buffer capacity. Vermiculite Fine is widely used for covering fine seed during propagation and is also valuable in easing the water management of peat composts.SwiftAir exfoliated vermiculite and expanded perlite are absorbents and carriers. Each of these unique minerals have their own characteristics. Vermiculite Fine (1.0-3.0mm)is used to improve aeration, water management, nutrient retention and exchange and has insulation properties in growing media. No, vermiculite mines and products are regularly tested in the UK and the rest of the world to ensure they do not contain asbestos. Is Micafil the same as vermiculite? Vermiculite gives perfect coverage of insulation in difficult to reach places as well as an easy to manage level fill. Micafil is typically used for chimney flue linings. Vermiculite is easy and safe to handle and odourless whilst also being lightweight and simple to use.

Completely fireproof, non-irritant and fibre-free, very lightweight Micafil is used in so many ways. Free flowing and easy to install, it is ideal for thermal and acoustic insulation in lofts, between floors, interior cavity walls and for pipe protection. Nutrient buffering compliments this water buffering action and with high air content this is a very useful product as a growing medium, seed covering and compost amendment. Perlite is a white, ultra-lightweight aggregate ranging from a very fine powder to an aggregate with a particle size up to 5mm in size Unfortunately we, Insulation Express, cannot deliver to the Highlands & Islands of the UK. However we will be happy to deliver to a freight forwarding company on your behalf.Perlite can be supplied in a number of grades, depending on the particular requirements of the application. Credit subject to status and affordability. Terms & Conditions Apply. Credit is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, a trading style of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register no. 704348. The register can be accessed through www.fca.org.uk

The free-running properties of Vermiculite make it simple to install. Poured straight from the bag, it simply flows into and overall potential heat loss areas. Please note that this material is sold in smaller bags than our standard loose fill chips. This makes it considerably easier to handle and store. Non-combustible ultra-lightweight mineral aggregate with excellent insulation & adsorption properties.Perlite is widely used in commercial hydroponics, seed starting and plant rooting, as a soil conditioner, and to enhance the water-holding and anti-compaction properties of growing soils. It usually only takes a matter of minutes to complete the form and in most cases a decision is instant and you can electronically sign the agreement. Sinclair Vermiculite is perfect for a range of gardening tasks and helps compost hold onto vital plant nutrients by increasing its water retaining capacity. Vermiculite is a naturally occurring mineral and since it has been heated to high temperatures produces lightweight, absorbent flakes that encourages strong and healthy seedling growth. Expanded perlite is a white, ultra-lightweight aggregate ranging from a very fine powder to an aggregate with a particle size up to 5mm in size. It is inorganic, inert, neutral in pH, biologically stable and has no asbestos content. It has excellent thermal insulation properties over an extremely wide temperature range from cryogenics at minus 273°C (absolute zero) up to refractory applications at over 1000°C. It also has a highly adsorbent surface and a very low bulk density, which makes it an ideal carrier or low cost filler for many compound formulations.