Investigation of the Thermal Insulation Walls of Coconut Fiber Mixed with Cement.

Abstract

This paper aimed to conduct an experimental study of the thermal insulation entering the building compared to the simulated houses installed. Smart Board Wall Type (A), Coconut Fiber Cement Wall Type (B) and Coconut Fiber Cement Wall Type (C) ware the insulation example in this research. Testing of 3 simulated houses, roof facing south. The dimensions of the model house are: 1.20x1.20x1.20 m. The model house was raised with a steel stand 0.20 m from the floor to compare the thermal performance of the house between the smart board wall (A) with air gap and the coconut fiber cement wall. Type (B) with air gap with coconut fiber cement-clad wall (C) with air gaps and vents that have the effect of reducing heat in the room of the experimental house under the climate of Suphanburi Province The results of the experimental study showed that the coconut fiber cement-infused wall (C) with air voids and vents has a lower room temperature. Type (B) Coconut Fiber Cement Wall and Type (A) Smart Board Wall Type (C) Coconut Fiber Cement Wall with air gaps and vents reduces heat more than no installation. Heat vent and  the use of natural materials to be beneficial and environmentally friendly.