Marine insulation, including foam and other specialized materials, is employed in boats and yachts to regulate temperature, reduce noise, and enhance overall comfort. It is used extensively in boat cabins, hulls, and engine compartments to create a thermally efficient and sound-insulated environment, ensuring a comfortable and quiet experience for passengers and crew.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus ST145A Sonitech Single 45 mm sound insulation sheet offers improved acoustic performance through a single integrated damping layer. Featuring a reinforced aluminium facing, a self-adhesive backing, and a 45 mm overall thickness, it provides strong noise-reduction capability at a cost-effective price point. The sheet measures 600 × 1000 mm, weighs 3.8 kg, and is suitable for marine installations requiring enhanced sound insulation compared to the Sonitech Light range.
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$ 101.94
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus ST135W Sonitech Single 35 mm sound insulation sheet features a white glass cloth facing, a single integrated damping layer, and a self-adhesive backing for quick installation. Measuring 600 × 1000 mm and weighing 3.6 kg, it provides significantly improved sound insulation compared to the Sonitech Light series, making it suitable for marine compartments where better acoustic performance is required.
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$ 108.19
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus ST145W Sonitech Single 45 mm sound insulation sheet features a white glass cloth facing, a self-adhesive backing, and a single integrated damping layer for improved acoustic performance. Measuring 600 × 1000 mm and weighing 3.8 kg, it offers good sound-reducing capability and enhanced safety, using Prometech foam rated BS476 Class 0 fire resistant. Designed as an upgrade from the Sonitech Light series, it provides cost-effective noise control for marine compartments.
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$ 114.45
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT112A Prometech Single 12 mm sound insulation sheet is a high-performance fire-resistant acoustic panel using Prometech polyurethane foam rated BS476 Class 0. Designed for confined spaces such as generator enclosures, it incorporates a single damping layer for effective sound reduction and features a reinforced aluminium facing with a self-adhesive backing. The sheet measures 600 × 1000 mm, weighs 3.6 kg, and provides excellent thermal and acoustic performance in demanding marine environments.
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$ 90.68
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT135A Prometech Single 35 mm sound insulation sheet provides high-performance acoustic reduction using BS476 Class 0 fire-resistant Prometech foam combined with a single damping layer. Designed for marine applications where both low- and high-frequency noise must be controlled, it includes a reinforced aluminium foil facing and a self-adhesive backing for straightforward installation. The sheet measures 600 × 1000 mm, weighs 4.9 kg, and offers excellent thermal and acoustic properties for demanding environments.
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$ 123.83
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT145A Prometech Single 45 mm sound insulation sheet provides high-level acoustic reduction through a single damping layer combined with BS476 Class 0 fire-resistant Prometech foam. Featuring a reinforced aluminium foil facing and a self-adhesive backing, this 600 × 1000 mm panel offers maximum safety and strong sound-reducing capability for demanding marine installations. With a total thickness of 45 mm and a weight of 5.4 kg, it is designed for high-performance insulation in engine rooms and technical compartments.
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$ 137.59
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT112W Prometech Single 12 mm sound insulation sheet combines a BS476 Class 0 fire-resistant Prometech foam core with a single damping layer for effective noise reduction in confined marine spaces. Featuring a white glass cloth facing and a self-adhesive backing, the 600 × 1000 mm sheet weighs 3.6 kg and provides strong acoustic performance where minimal thickness and maximum safety are required.
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$ 103.20
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT135W Prometech Single 35 mm sound insulation sheet uses BS476 Class 0 fire-resistant Prometech foam combined with a single damping layer for high-efficiency noise reduction. Featuring a durable white glass cloth facing and self-adhesive backing, the 600 × 1000 mm panel weighs 4.9 kg and provides strong performance against both high- and low-frequency noise, making it suitable for confined marine engine spaces and generator compartments.
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$ 139.47
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT145W Prometech Single 45 mm sound insulation sheet combines BS476 Class 0 fire-resistant Prometech foam with a single damping layer for high-efficiency acoustic reduction. Designed for demanding marine environments, the sheet features a durable white glass cloth facing and a self-adhesive backing. Measuring 600 × 1000 mm and weighing 5.4 kg, it delivers strong sound-reducing performance and the highest level of onboard safety.
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$ 155.09
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT225S Prometech Double 25 mm sound insulation sheet is a top-tier Class 0 fire-resistant panel featuring two damping layers for maximum noise reduction in engine compartments. With a silver glass cloth facing, self-adhesive backing, and a compact 25 mm thickness, the 600 × 1000 mm sheet weighs 7.2 kg and is designed for customers requiring the highest levels of onboard acoustic performance and safety.
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$ 186.37
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT245S Prometech Double 45 mm sound insulation sheet is a Class 0 fire-resistant acoustic panel with two integrated damping layers for maximum noise reduction in demanding marine engine compartments. Finished with a durable silver glass cloth facing and equipped with a self-adhesive backing, the 600 × 1000 mm sheet weighs 7.8 kg and delivers top-tier sound attenuation and safety performance for installations where uncompromising protection is essential.
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$ 212.01
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT260S Prometech Double 60 mm sound insulation sheet is a top-tier Class 0 fire-resistant acoustic panel with two integrated damping layers for maximum noise reduction in marine engine compartments. Featuring a silver glass cloth facing and a self-adhesive backing, the 600 × 1000 mm sheet weighs 9.2 kg and provides the highest level of onboard noise control and safety for demanding installations.
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$ 269.55
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT225W Prometech Double 25 mm sound insulation sheet is a premium Class 0 fire-resistant panel featuring two damping layers for maximum acoustic reduction in engine compartments. With a white glass cloth facing and a self-adhesive backing, the 600 × 1000 mm sheet weighs 7.2 kg and provides top-tier noise suppression and safety for demanding marine installations.
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$ 186.37
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT245W Prometech Double 45 mm insulation sheet is a premium Class 0 fire-resistant acoustic panel featuring two integrated damping layers for maximum sound reduction in engine compartments. Finished with a durable white glass cloth facing and equipped with a self-adhesive backing, the 600 × 1000 mm sheet weighs 7.8 kg and is designed for demanding marine installations where top-tier noise suppression and safety are essential.
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$ 212.01
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus PT260W Prometech Double 60 mm sound insulation sheet is a premium Class 0 fire-resistant acoustic panel designed for maximum sound attenuation and safety in marine engine compartments. Featuring two damping layers, a durable white glass cloth facing, and a self-adhesive backing, this 600 × 1000 mm sheet weighs 9.2 kg and delivers the highest level of noise suppression for demanding onboard environments.
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$ 237.65
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus ARM10X12 anti-reverberation plate is a 1000 × 1200 × 4 mm compound sheet designed to reduce structure-borne noise, especially vibrations generated by a vessel’s propeller. Suitable for steel and aluminium constructions, the plate weighs 8 kg and operates within a temperature range of –10°C to +90°C, providing an effective solution for improving acoustic comfort in marine engine rooms.
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$ 68.79
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus TAPEG30 is a grey self-adhesive finishing tape supplied in a 30-meter roll with a width of 50 mm. Designed for use with grey-faced Vetus sound insulation materials, it is applied over joints and seams to provide a clean, professional finish during acoustic sheet installation.
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$ 25.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus TAPEW30 white self-adhesive finishing tape is supplied in a 30-meter roll with a width of 50 mm and is designed to cover joints between sound insulation sheets. Suitable for all white-faced Vetus acoustic materials, it provides a neat, professional finish during insulation installation in marine engine rooms and technical compartments.
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$ 25.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus TAPEA30 aluminium self-adhesive finishing tape is supplied in a 30-meter roll with a width of 50 mm, designed specifically to cover joints between foil-faced Vetus sound insulation sheets. It ensures a clean, professional finish during installation and provides secure adhesion for long-term use in marine engine rooms.
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$ 28.14
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Vetus TAPEGF50 White Glass Fibre Self-Adhesive Tape is designed for demanding sound insulation and thermal protection applications. This 50-meter roll of 50 mm wide tape provides excellent strength, flexibility, and resistance to heat. It is particularly suited for securing and sealing joints between VETUS glass fibre-faced sound isolation sheets, ensuring optimal acoustic sealing performance in marine and industrial environments.
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$ 157.60
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What are the main types of insulation materials used in marine and offshore applications?
Marine and offshore applications rely on a variety of insulation materials to ensure fire protection, thermal efficiency, and soundproofing. Common options include stone wool insulation, which provides superior thermal and acoustic performance while meeting strict fire safety standards, and fiberglass insulation, known for its lightweight structure and resilience in high-humidity environments. Additionally, technical insulation mats and slabs are used in shipbuilding and offshore platforms to reduce energy loss, improve indoor climate control, and enhance overall structural durability.
Marine insulation systems also incorporate specialized facing materials that enhance durability and improve resistance to moisture and mechanical wear. These facings help insulate key areas such as the deck, providing additional protection against temperature fluctuations and harsh marine conditions. By reinforcing insulation layers, they contribute to maintaining energy efficiency, structural integrity, and comfort aboard ships and offshore platforms.
How does marine insulation contribute to fire safety on vessels?
Marine insulation enhances fire safety on vessels by providing non-combustible barriers that slow the spread of flames in case of fire. Using materials like mineral wool, stone wool, and fireproof insulation, it protects critical areas such as bulkheads, ceilings, and HVAC ducts, ensuring compliance with strict marine industry safety regulations. Additionally, marine insulation solutions improve thermal performance and reduce heat loss, contributing to a safer onboard environment for crew and passengers.
Offshore insulation plays a critical role in fire protection by ensuring that thermal insulation systems meet the highest level of safety and performance standards in marine applications. Designed to withstand extreme conditions on cruise ships, merchant ships, and oil rigs, marine insulation provides excellent fire insulation while also reducing energy consumption and maintaining temperature control. These insulation solutions help minimize condensation, improve acoustic and thermal comfort, and support shipbuilders in meeting strict regulatory requirements, including those set by the US Coast Guard. By offering a complete insulation system that enhances safety, durability, and efficiency, marine insulation contributes to a resilient and environmentally responsible maritime industry.
How does acoustic insulation improve comfort on marine vessels?
Acoustic insulation on marine vessels helps reduce noise levels from engines, ventilation systems, and external sources, improving onboard comfort for passengers and crew. It provides excellent sound protection by absorbing vibrations and airborne noise, creating a quieter environment essential for passenger ships, merchant vessels, and offshore platforms. Additionally, marine insulation products enhance energy efficiency and meet strict industry standards, ensuring optimal performance in demanding maritime conditions.
For an even greater level of onboard comfort and cleanliness, many owners also choose complementary solutions like Boat Mats to protect interior spaces and maintain a welcoming environment.