03/06/2024

Unlocking nature's secrets with honeycomb door insulation

Do you have honeycomb in your doors? Don't panic. Engineered by bees, this structure is strong and sustainable.

For thousands of years, people have been fascinated and inspired by the honeycomb found in beehives. There, among cells oozing sweet, golden honey lies a marvel of engineering: an ultra-efficient balance of building materials and space.

This balance results in a lightweight-yet-rigid structure that has been borrowed to construct everything from Gothic architecture to modern aeronautic marvels. And now, this natural wonder has found its way into the heart of your homeyour bedroom door.

Hollow, but not empty


At JELD-WEN, where sustainability
is foundational to our business, honeycomb insulation made from recycled paper has been the secret behind our elegant, hollow-core doors for decades. But don't let the term "hollow core" fool you; these doors are anything but empty.

JELD-WEN's Kuopio, Finland facility has been incorporating honeycomb core material into its manufacturing process since 1974. Over the years, this plant has churned out over 10 million hollow-core doors. You can find the doors in homes, schools, hospitals, hotels and various other establishments.

Each JELD-WEN door is constructed of horizontal rails and vertical stiles with two skins forming the front and back surfaces. However, it's the inner core that steals the show: made of chipboard, flaxboard or the remarkable honeycomb structure crafted from 100% recycled paper.

The benefits of honeycomb


But why choose honeycomb as the core material? The answer lies in its impeccable hexagonal cellular structure, composed of cardboard or layers of paper. This structure brings a
host of benefits to our hollow-core doors:

 

  • Thermal Insulation: When integrated with other door components, honeycomb creates a compression-resistant surface with a remarkable lifespan. It acts as a formidable barrier against the transfer of heat and cold, ensuring your home remains comfortable year-round.
  • Lightweight and Manageability: JELD-WEN doors, thanks to honeycomb cores, are lightweight and easy to handle and install. Say goodbye to the struggle of lugging heavy doors around during renovations.

  • Sound Buffer: Honeycomb isn't just about insulation, it's also a fantastic noise buffer. Enjoy peace and quiet between rooms without the intrusive sounds of daily life.

  • Cost Effectiveness: Sustainable doesn't have to mean expensive. Honeycomb cores are not only eco-friendly but also cost less to produce compared to alternative core materials. 
 

Inspired by nature and committed to the environment

JELD-WENs commitment to sustainability goes beyond the performance of honeycomb cores. Our cardboard honeycomb is manufactured entirely from recycled materials, and its recyclable and biodegradable. This commitment minimizes waste and contributes to the preservation of our precious natural resources.

You can learn more about JELD-WEN’s sustainability efforts here