Trasdosado con aislamiento térmico
Lana mineral o EPS en cerramiento interior
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8 €
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52 €
Unit m²
Estructura M46 Aislante 40-60mm Placa BA13 Acabado para pintar
Pladur Menorca — interior thermal insulation installers with drywall (pladur) wall linings. CTE climate zone B3, 20-35% HVAC savings. Knauf, Isover and Rockwool materials: EPS, XPS and mineral wool. Wall linings from €7/m². Service in Maó, Ciutadella, Alaior, Ferreries, Es Mercadal, Sant Lluís, Es Castell, Es Migjorn Gran and the whole island. Quote in 24h. Tel: +34 627 829 723.
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Thermal Insulation in Menorca — Save up to 30% on HVAC
Drywall wall linings with interior insulation from €7/m² in Menorca (CTE climate zone B3), using Knauf and Isover EPS, XPS and Rockwool mineral wool. Cut HVAC energy use by 20-35% in homes, hotels and commercial premises. Free quote in 24 h.
The context
Menorca’s climate and the need for thermal insulation
Menorca sits in CTE climate zone B3, with summers above 32-35 °C from June to September and long sunny hours. An 80 m² flat without insulation can burn 400-800 kWh a month on HVAC during July and August — the biggest single item on the electricity bill. Interior insulation cuts solar heat gain through facades by 30-40%.
Climate zone
B3 (CTE-HE)
Summer peak
32–35 °C
U máx.
0,38 W/m²K
AC savings
20–30 %
"Dwellings in climate zone B3, which includes Menorca, must reach a maximum thermal transmittance of 0.38 W/m²K on facade walls"
— CTE-HE, Basic Document on Energy Efficiency, Anejo B (climate zoning) and Table D.2.7
Summer · Block heat
Interior insulation cuts solar heat gain through facades by 30-40%.
Winter · Keep heat in
Menorcan winters are mild but not trivial: January averages of 10-14 °C, high humidity and tramontana winds blowing across the whole island force 3-4 months of heating a year. Thermal insulation works both ways: it blocks heat in summer and heat loss in winter, cutting annual HVAC spend by 20-30%.
The main thermal problem in Menorca is high envelope transmittance. Most pre-1990s buildings have single-leaf facades of marès stone or brick with no air cavity, reaching U-values of 1.8-2.5 W/m²K — far above the CTE limit of 0.38 W/m²K for zone B3. A drywall wall lining with insulation fixes this in 2-5 days, without scaffolding and without touching the outer facade.
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Insulation materials
Types of thermal insulation we use
The right insulation depends on budget, available space and whether acoustic performance is also required. We work with the three families certified for drywall linings under CTE-HE:
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)
The cheapest insulation on the market, with thermal conductivity 0.035-0.037 W/m·K. Lightweight (15-30 kg/m³), cuts with a utility knife, with a good price-to-performance ratio. Common brands: Knauf Therm, Ursa XPE. Supplied as rigid boards 30-100 mm thick.
Advantages
- Very competitive price
- Easy to install
- Light and easy to handle
- Moisture-resistant
R value:R = 0.70-1.25 m²K/W (40mm)
Material price:From €3-5/m² (material)
Best for: Standard walls, tight budget
Extruded Polystyrene (XPS)
Thermal conductivity 0.032-0.034 W/m·K and closed-cell structure: higher efficiency per centimetre and high water-vapour resistance. Common references: Ursa XPS, Danosa Danopren. Thicknesses 20-100 mm with tongue-and-groove edges that remove thermal bridges between boards.
Advantages
- Higher efficiency per cm
- Compression-resistant
- Excellent moisture resistance
- Machined edges, no bridges
R value:R = 1.00-1.40 m²K/W (40mm)
Material price:From €6-10/m² (material)
Best for: Roofs, damp-prone areas
Rock Wool (Rockwool)
Thermal conductivity 0.034-0.040 W/m·K and sound absorption αw=0.90-1.00: combines thermal and acoustic insulation in a single layer. The go-to material for Knauf and Placo linings that need to meet CTE-HR simultaneously. Manufacturers: Rockwool, Isover (mineral wool). Supplied as blanket or rigid panel.
Advantages
- Dual function: thermal + acoustic
- Fire class A1
- Vapour-permeable
- CTE-HR compliant
R value:R = 1.05-1.40 m²K/W (60mm)
Material price:From €5-9/m² (material)
Best for: Projects with dual acoustic + thermal goals
Comparison
Thermal insulation comparison table
Values for Menorca’s climate zone B3 under CTE-HE.
EPS 035
R value
1.14 m²K/W
Thickness
60-80mm
Price
€3-5/m²
Best for
Standard walls and ceilings
XPS 034
R value
1.18 m²K/W
Thickness
50-70mm
Price
€6-10/m²
Best for
Roofs, moisture
Rock wool 035
R value
1.14 m²K/W
Thickness
60-80mm
Price
€5-9/m²
Best for
Walls + acoustic
Rock wool 040
R value
1.00 m²K/W
Thickness
70-90mm
Price
€4-7/m²
Best for
Partitions and ceilings
Polyurethane 024
TopR value
1.67 m²K/W
Thickness
40-60mm
Price
€12-18/m²
Best for
Tight spaces
Thicknesses shown are those needed to reach U≤0.38 in zone B3. Actual values depend on the existing wall.
The solution
Thermal drywall linings: how they work and what they cost
A drywall thermal lining is an interior wall built against the facade with the highest heat transfer. It combines galvanised steel framing, insulation (EPS, XPS or rock wool) and a 12.5-15 mm Knauf or Placo plasterboard sheet, sitting 5-10 cm from the original wall. Installation takes 2-5 days depending on surface area.
The process has four stages: floor and ceiling track profiles, vertical studs every 40-60 cm, insulation between studs and a screwed plasterboard sheet. The result brings the envelope U-value down from 1.8-2.5 W/m²K to 0.30-0.38 W/m²K, within the CTE-HE limit for zone B3. No scaffolding and no owners’ association permits required.
Loss of floor space is 5-10 cm per treated wall, equivalent to 1-2 m² in an 80 m² flat when all four facades are lined. In return you get a 20-35% cut in energy demand and a perfectly flat wall ready to paint.
Estimated ROI in Menorca
An 80 m² flat with a €4,000-6,000 investment in thermal linings saves €300-600 a year on HVAC, paying back in 5-10 years. Insulation lasts the lifetime of the building (50+ years), so once paid off it continues to generate net savings for decades.
Installation process
01
Envelope assessment
We evaluate the wall condition, envelope composition and current U-value. We calculate the insulation thickness required to reach the target U-value under CTE-HE.
02
Insulation selection
Depending on budget, available space and whether acoustic upgrades are required too, we choose the most suitable material: EPS, XPS or rock wool.
03
Framework installation
We fix the guide rails to floor and ceiling and install the vertical studs. Where there is a thermal-bridge risk, we use thermal-break profiles.
04
Insulation placement
We fit the insulation into the cavities between studs. Panels must fit perfectly with no gaps that could become thermal bridges.
05
Plasterboard and finish
We screw the plasterboard on, treat the joints and deliver the final finish ready to paint. The result is a brand-new, perfectly flat wall.
Did you know you can recover up to 60% of the cost of your thermal insulation? Income-tax deductions, European funds and IBI rebates. See our complete guide.
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How insulation improves your energy certificate
The energy-performance certificate has been mandatory since 2013 to sell or rent a home in Spain (RD 390/2021). A rating of E, F or G reduces market value by 5-15%. A drywall lining with insulation can raise the rating by 1-2 letters (e.g. from E to C) after recalculating demand with HULC or CE3X certification software.
The calculation is direct: lower envelope U-values lower heating and cooling demand expressed in kWh/m²·year. That reduction moves the energy label up a letter and is filed in the IBAVI regional register for 10 years.
In the Menorcan market, very active with German, British and Nordic buyers who pay close attention to efficiency, moving from E to C adds 5-15% to the appraised value. For tourist rentals (ETV), a better label also helps re-certification and meets the Consell Insular de Menorca’s requirements.
Extra savings
Grants and incentives in the Balearic Islands
The Balearic Government and the Spanish state keep active grant programmes for energy retrofits, funded by Next Generation EU. PIREP and PREE cover 40-80% of envelope-upgrade costs, including interior drywall insulation. The IRPF personal-income-tax deduction adds up to 60% on top, capped at €5,000 per year.
We recommend checking current calls with the Departament de Transició Energètica at the Conselleria de Medi Ambient i Territori of the Govern Balear, or through your building manager if the works affect common areas. Combining PIREP, the IRPF deduction and IBI rebates, the real cost can drop by 50-70% against the headline quote.
PIREP Balears
Up to 80%
Energy retrofit of buildings
PREE programme
Up to 40%
Envelope upgrades for homes
IRPF deductions
Up to 60%
Annual income-tax deduction
ICO loans
Soft financing
Low-interest loans
* Calls and amounts may change. Check current status with the competent authorities.
Applications
Thermal insulation for every type of home in Menorca
We tailor the insulation solution to the property, the budget and the state of the existing envelope. Typical cases in Menorca:
Flats in Maó
City-centre flats with uninsulated marès-stone facades. A 50 mm rock-wool lining cuts indoor temperature by 3-5 °C in summer and eliminates the cold tramontana draughts in winter. Works take 2-4 days per flat.
Typical investment: €3,500-5,500 · Payback: 6-9 years
Villas and chalets
Detached villas in Ciutadella, Sant Lluís, Alaior or Es Castell with facades exposed to the west-facing sun. A 60 mm XPS lining plus roof insulation cuts summer AC use by 30-40%, especially in south-west bedrooms.
Typical investment: €6,000-12,000 · Payback: 5-8 years
Commercial premises
Restaurants, shops and offices in Maó and Ciutadella with large glazing and summer overheating. A perimeter lining plus insulated false ceiling cuts thermal load by 25-35% and reduces the AC kW needed.
Typical investment: €2,000-5,000 · Payback: 3-5 years
Hotels and holiday flats
Menorca’s hotel sector spends 40-60% of electricity on AC. Lining rooms with rock wool and Knauf plasterboard boosts reviews on thermal comfort and permanently lowers the bill.
Estimated savings: 25-40% on HVAC bills
New-build projects
On new builds, a lining with insulation is the standard way to meet CTE-HE zone B3 (U≤0.38 W/m²K). We install it during the partitioning phase, integrating frame, insulation and Knauf or Placo board in a single workflow.
Guaranteed CTE-HE zone B3 compliance
Energy retrofits
Envelope-upgrade projects in homeowner associations and existing buildings, eligible for PIREP Balears and PREE grants. We insulate facades, roofs and partitions to reach current CTE U-values and upgrade the energy label.
Eligible for PIREP and PREE grants
Our numbers — thermal insulation
Every thermal lining we install meets CTE DB-HE
Thermal drywall wall linings are one of our most in-demand systems in the Balearics. Real figures from the Mallorca parent company.
cumulative works
6,000+
Track record since 2004 across the Balearics
Menorca climate zone
B3
Per CTE DB-HE — we design for this specifically
mineral wools we use
Rockwool · Isover
40-100 mm depending on the system
years of thermal systems
22
Placo · Knauf · Lafarge exclusively
Source: internal figures of Plaquistas y Acabados SL (2004-2026).
Updated pricing 2026
Thermal insulation prices 2026
Mejora de la eficiencia energética del inmueble
Materials + labour included. VAT not included (21%). Indicative 2026 pricing; final price depends on surface area, access and complexity.
| Service | Price from | Up to | Unit | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Trasdosado con aislamiento térmico Lana mineral o EPS en cerramiento interior | 8 € | 52 € | m² | Estructura M46 Aislante 40-60mm Placa BA13 Acabado para pintar |
Aislamiento de cubierta interior Falso techo con aislamiento térmico en cubierta | 36 € | 60 € | m² | Estructura techo Aislante 60-80mm Placa BA13 Sellado perimetral |
Aislamiento de cubierta interior
Falso techo con aislamiento térmico en cubierta
From
36 €
Up to
60 €
Unit m²
Estructura techo Aislante 60-80mm Placa BA13 Sellado perimetral
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We work across all of Menorca
From Maó to Sant Lluís, from Ferreries to Es Mercadal. We cover all 8 municipalities of Menorca with the same team and the same standards.
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Capital of Menorca. Historic apartments, modern flats and shops.
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Luxury villas and tourist apartments. Specialists in between-season renovations.
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Leer artículoIn Menorca, where summer air-conditioning consumption is very high, good thermal insulation can cut the electricity bill by 20-35%. In an 80 m² flat this means savings of €300-600 per year. The payback period for the investment is typically 5-10 years.
Yes. By improving the U-value of the envelope, the property's energy rating improves. This can raise the rating from E or D to C or even B, which increases property value by 5-15% and makes it easier to sell or rent.
It depends on the case. EPS is the most economical option for standard walls. Rock wool is ideal if you also need acoustic insulation. XPS is recommended for roofs or damp-prone areas. In Menorca, climate zone B3, 60-80 mm of insulation meets the transmittance required by the CTE.
The price of a thermal drywall lining in Menorca starts at €35/m² installed, including metal frame, insulation and plasterboard. The total cost for an 80 m² flat is typically €4,000-6,000. Grants are available that can cover up to 60% of the cost.
The loss of floor area is 5-10 cm per treated wall. In an 80 m² flat insulating all four facades, 1-2 m² of usable area are lost. It is a minimal sacrifice compared with the 20-35% energy savings obtained.
Installing thermal insulation with a drywall lining in a 20 m² room typically takes 1-2 days. For a full 80 m² flat the timeline is 3-5 working days, depending on the condition of the walls and the type of insulation.
Yes. Several grants are available: the PIREP Balears programme covers up to 80% for building energy retrofits, the PREE programme covers up to 40% for envelope upgrades, and there are income tax (IRPF) deductions of up to 60% for energy-efficiency works. Low-interest ICO loans are also available.
Yes. Although in Menorca the highest energy consumption is in summer due to air conditioning, insulation also reduces heating needs in winter. Menorcan winters are damp and windy (tramontana), so heating is used 3-4 months a year. Insulation reduces both items on the electricity bill.
No. An interior thermal lining is an upgrade inside your home that does not affect common elements of the building or the exterior facade. It does not require owners' association permission or a council building permit in most cases.
Under CTE-HE for Menorca's climate zone B3, the maximum wall transmittance is 0.38 W/m²K. To meet it with a drywall lining, typically 60-80 mm of insulation (EPS or rock wool) are needed. The exact thickness depends on the existing wall and is calculated on the technical visit.
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