Construction
Due to its high insulating qualities and versatility expanded perlite is widely used in the construction industry for masonry and other build types. Because of its ability to be used as a lose-fill insulation to fill cavities, crevices and other significant areas which need to be insulated. Perlite is also used for under floor insulation, ceiling tiles and roof boards, chimney linings and paint texturing. It is perfect as it is regarded as an environmentally safe building material as it is non fibrous and non toxic.