For construction — light, warm, safe.

In construction, perlite is valued for its light weight, durability, and excellent insulating properties. Expanded perlite is used as a lightweight aggregate in building mixes, plasters, insulation systems, and specialized construction products where reduced structural weight and improved energy efficiency are essential.

Due to its porous structure, perlite enhances thermal and acoustic insulation while maintaining stable technical properties. It is non-combustible, moisture-resistant, rot-proof, and does not promote microbial growth — making it ideal for long-lasting construction solutions.

Perlite is used in both new construction and renovation. It can be integrated into dry mixes, lightweight concretes, plasters, floor fills, and thermal insulation structures. Its low density reduces structural loads — particularly important in modern, energy-efficient buildings.

Our construction-grade perlite is produced and tested under strict quality standards. We offer different fractions tailored to various construction technologies and manufacturing processes.

Key advantages

  • Low weight and reduced structural load
  • Excellent thermal insulation
  • Effective acoustic insulation
  • Non-combustible and high-temperature resistant
  • Resistant to moisture, rot, and biological growth
  • Suitable for a wide range of building mixtures and products

Applications

  • Lightweight plasters
  • Dry building mixes
  • Lightweight concrete
  • Floor fills
  • Thermal and acoustic insulation solutions
  • Specialized construction products
  • Loose-fill cavity and chimney insulation
  • Fireproofing sprays and boards

Available products

0 – 1 mm
Fine-fraction perlite — for plasters, dry mixes, and specialized building products.
0 – 3 mm
Universal fraction — used in lightweight concrete, insulating mixes, and other construction solutions requiring low weight and good insulation.
On request
Custom orders — other fractions, specific density, and technical parameters tailored to project requirements.
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Where it's used

What is construction perlite used for?

Lightweight, non-combustible and insulating — construction perlite replaces heavy aggregates and makes buildings warmer, quieter and safer. From ready-mix plants to renovating an old house, the most common uses:

🧱 Lightweight concrete

As an aggregate it cuts the weight of concrete and screeds while adding thermal insulation — ideal for floors, roof decks and precast elements.

🪵 Insulating plaster & render

Warm, breathable cement or gypsum plasters that insulate walls and resist fire.

🏠 Loose-fill insulation

Poured dry into masonry block cavities, wall gaps, floors and lofts — it flows and fills every void.

🔥 Fireproofing

Non-combustible (A1) — used in sprays and boards to protect steel beams, columns and partitions.

🧊 Floor & roof screeds

Lightweight levelling fills that reduce structural load and improve insulation.

🔇 Acoustic insulation

Its porous structure absorbs sound in walls, floors and ceilings.

🏭 High-temperature & refractory

Chimney and flue fills, ovens and kilns — stable up to high temperatures.

🧰 Dry mortars & mixes

A standard aggregate in factory plasters, adhesives, renders and repair mortars.

🏡 Renovation & old buildings

Light, breathable insulation that suits heritage and timber-frame walls without overloading them.

Sources: Perlite Institute — Construction · Perlite — Sustainable Insulation for Buildings.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the most common questions.

Is construction perlite non-combustible?
Yes, expanded perlite is classified A1 (non-combustible) under EN 13501-1 and withstands high temperatures.
What is construction perlite used for?
Lightweight concrete, plasters, floor and roof fills, thermal and acoustic insulation, and filling masonry cavities.
Do you supply construction perlite wholesale?
Yes, we manufacture in Lithuania and supply wholesale across Europe with custom fractions and packaging. sales@perlit.lt, +370 611 44237.
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Packaging

Unified packaging solutions.

All PERLIPROF products are supplied in the same packaging formats — so logistics are simple and warehousing predictable. For special requirements, we discuss separately.

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15 L bags

For small-scale needs and retail.

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70 L bags

Standard for professional use.

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BigBag

For large volumes — convenient logistics.

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Bulk / Loose

Directly to silo or tank.

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Tanker

Large-volume deliveries.

Need a different solution? Let’s talk — we can arrange custom packaging to suit your logistics and preferred format.

Need a specific fraction or custom solution?

Let's discuss technical requirements, volumes, and logistics — we will respond with a concrete proposal.

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