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Rosie Barron

Aug 23, 20231 min read

Our Theme Tune

Written in 2008 by our founder and CEO, Ian Hinde, "Out There" has been adopted as Planet Cool's Theme Tune. Out there An illusion of...

Rosie Barron

Jul 28, 20232 min read

Why should I insulate my home?

Insulating your house offers several benefits, including: Energy Efficiency: Insulation helps to create a thermal barrier, reducing the...

Rosie Barron

Jul 21, 20231 min read

Is it true that aerogel has been used in space?

Yes, aerogel has been used in space exploration and has proven to be a valuable material in various applications. One notable use of...

Rosie Barron

Jul 14, 20231 min read

Does Aerogel "breathe"?

Aerogel is a highly porous material that allows the passage of air and moisture vapor through its pores. Its open-pore structure provides...

Rosie Barron

Jul 7, 20231 min read

Is Aerogel fireproof?

Aerogel is highly fire-resistant but not completely fireproof. It has exceptional insulating properties, including thermal insulation,...

Rosie Barron

Apr 20, 20231 min read

The Sensors are in!

The sensors are in at Lilac Cottage now to find the insulation values of our prototype! Founder and CEO Ian tells us about what has been...

Rosie Barron

Apr 14, 20231 min read

Garden room floor.

The floor going down for the garden room/office at Lilac cottage. The insulation under the floor is being provided by reusing tyres,...

Rosie Barron

Apr 7, 20231 min read

Meet Lilac Cottage!

Lilac cottage is our product testing ground and renovation project. Come inside and have a tour with Rosie.

Rosie Barron

Mar 31, 20231 min read

Scottish Edge Semi-Finalists!

Planet Cool are absolutely delighted to have made it to the Semi-Finals of the Scottish Edge competition on our first try! Watch our...