What Premium Facades does

Premium Facades is a Republic of Ireland-based B2B trade supplier specialising in certified External Wall Insulation (EWI) systems and complementary retrofit materials for the construction industry. Founded in 2011 and operating from branches in Ballina, Co. Mayo and Dublin, the company serves NSAI-registered external insulation installers, retrofit contractors, and One Stop Shop providers across Ireland. It holds NSAI Agrément certification under the ETICS Installer Scheme and is the exclusive Irish distributor of the Cantillana External Wall Insulation System, a proprietary ETICS formulation.

The company's product portfolio is structured as a one-stop supply solution built around the Cantillana EWI System. Core insulation products include EPS, Rockwool, and PIR boards certified for Irish conditions and SEAI grant-backed projects. The accessory stack covers galvanised aluminium starter tracks, engineered fixings for concrete/cavity/solid walls, tapes, foams and sealants, sills and cappings, beads and fibreglass mesh, breathable silicone/acrylic/dash renders, brick slips, rainwater goods, and soil and waste pipework. The majority of products are NSAI-certified or CE-marked. The company also operates the PF Training Academy, which delivers NSAI-approved ETICS Installer, Operative, and Supervisor certification combining online and practical on-site training.

Premium Facades generates revenue primarily through one-time B2B supply of materials to trade accounts, with quote-based project pricing and no publicly disclosed price list. Distribution is via direct trade sales through the Dublin and Mayo branches with nationwide delivery. Customer acquisition is supported by the PF Training Academy, which functions as both a certification service and a demand-generation channel by training installers on the company's proprietary systems. The business is privately held, operates exclusively within the Republic of Ireland, and is not listed; no funding rounds, M&A activity, or institutional ownership have been disclosed in the source data.

Name

Premium Facades

Legal name

Premium Façades Limited

Website

https://premiumfacades.ie

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Premium Facades is Ireland's specialist B2B trade supplier of certified External Wall Insulation (EWI) systems and retrofit materials, exclusively distributing the Cantillana ETICS System to NSAI-registered installers, retrofit contractors, and One Stop Shop providers, and operating the PF Training Academy for installer certification.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

External Wall Insulation Systems and Building Envelope Materials

SIC

Wholesale-Lumber & Other Construction Materials (5030)

akta.pro primary industry

Insulation & Air/Vapor Barrier Systems (Thermal, Acoustic, WRB/AVB) (IMAFAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Facade & Cladding Systems (Rainscreens, Panels, EIFS, Siding) (IMAFAMAB), Roof Insulation & Cover Boards (IMADAFAN)

Keywords

• External wall insulation
• ETICS systems
• Retrofit building materials
• Insulation accessories
• NSAI certified insulation

Headquarters

HQ city

Ballina

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Building Materials Supply: B2B supply of external wall insulation systems, components, and complementary retrofit materials to certified installers and contractors. Revenue is generated through product sales with varying order volumes based on project requirements.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Premium Facades is a B2B trade supplier of complete External Wall Insulation (EWI) / ETICS systems and the full range of project materials required for compliant installation in Ireland. The company is the exclusive Irish distributor of the Cantillana EWI System and supplies certified insulation (EPS, Rockwool, PIR), starter tracks, fixings, tapes and sealants, sills and cappings, beads and mesh, renders and finishes, brick slips, rainwater goods, and soil & waste pipework to NSAI-registered installers, retrofit contractors, and One Stop Shop providers. It also delivers NSAI-approved ETICS installer and supervisor training and certification through the PF Training Academy.

Product overview

Premium Facades is Ireland's specialist supplier of External Wall Insulation (EWI) systems and retrofit materials. Their product portfolio is a unified, complete solution approach centered around the Cantillana EWI System (which they are the exclusive Irish supplier for) combined with a comprehensive range of essential project materials. These materials include Starter Tracks, Insulation (EPS, Rockwool, PIR), Fixings, Tapes/Foam/Sealants, Sills & Cappings, Beads & Mesh, Renders & Finishes (silicone, acrylic, dash), Brick Slips, Rain Water Goods, and Soil & Waste Pipework. All products are NSAI-certified or CE-marked and are designed for Irish building conditions. The company also offers NSAI-approved training services for ETICS installers through their PF Training Academy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Starter Tracks Galvanised aluminium starter tracks that provide a clean, level, moisture-protected base for External Wall Insulation (EWI) systems. Available in sizes for standard wall depths for both retrofit and new-build projects in Ireland.
• Insulation (EPS, Rockwool, PIR) High-performance insulation systems suitable for walls, attics, floors and roofs, supplied as EPS, Rockwool, and PIR. NSAI-certified and SEAI grant-ready, designed to reduce heat loss and improve BER ratings in Irish homes.
• Fixings Engineered mechanical fixings for EWI systems available for concrete, cavity, and solid wall substrates. Corrosion-resistant and load-tested for Irish conditions to ensure secure insulation board anchoring and code compliance.
• Tapes, Foam & Sealants Foams, airtight tapes, and sealants used to seal joints, gaps, and penetrations in EWI installations. Designed to improve airtightness, prevent moisture ingress, and ensure long-lasting insulation performance.
• Sills & Cappings Aluminium sills and cappings designed for EWI systems that deflect water, protect render edges, and create clean architectural lines. Available in sizes for standard wall depths, rust-proof and easy to fit.
• Beads & Mesh Stop beads, corner beads, movement joints, and fibreglass mesh supplied to reinforce EWI systems, support render finishes, prevent cracking, and ensure sharp lines and long-term system durability.
• Renders & Finishes Breathable silicone, acrylic, and dash renders supplied in a range of colours and grain textures. UV-stable, water-repellent, and crack-resistant finishes suitable for harsh Irish coastal and weather conditions.
• Brick Slips Lightweight brick slips that deliver a brick aesthetic without the weight or labour of full brickwork. High bond strength and thermal compatibility for EWI systems, available in heritage, red, and blended tones.
• Rain Water Goods Durable gutters, downpipes, and accessories designed to integrate with EWI builds, with colour-matched white or black options. Provides easy drainage, prevents render streaking, and is compatible with insulated façades and eaves.
• Soil & Waste Pipework Soil and waste pipe systems designed to meet Irish plumbing and waste standards, with UV-stable and leak-resistant connectors. Compatible with render-exposed and boxed-in installations on insulated façades.
• Cantillana EWI System Complete External Thermal Insulating Composite System (ETICS) supplied exclusively in Ireland by Premium Facades. A certified, proprietary external wall insulation system with full system formulation and components.
• ETICS NSAI Agrément Installer/Operative and Supervisor Training & Certification NSAI-approved training and certification course for ETICS installers, operatives, and supervisors delivered through the PF Training Academy. Combines 3 days of online learning with 2 days of practical on-site training, covering latest techniques, compliance standards, quality assurance, and project oversight, and leads to NSAI Agrément certification valid for 2 years.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNSAI Agrément certificate holder under the ETICS Installer Scheme. The partnership establishes Premium Facades as a certified provider meeting Ireland's strict building regulations and performance standards for external insulation systems.
• CantillanacoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerExclusive supplier of the Cantillana EWI System in Ireland. This exclusive distribution agreement provides access to proprietary external wall insulation technology and formulations for the Irish market.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Sto SE: Global manufacturer of EWI systems, renders, and facade coatings with a strong UK and Ireland presence. Comparable to Premium Facades as a complete EWI systems provider, though operating at a much larger scale and as a manufacturer rather than specialist distributor.
• Baumit: European manufacturer of EWI systems, renders, and facade solutions with established UK and Ireland channels. Comparable to Premium Facades as a major EWI systems provider with proprietary formulations and certified systems, though materially larger.
• Rockwool: Global manufacturer of stone wool insulation that is widely specified within EWI systems. Comparable to Premium Facades as a major upstream insulation supplier to the same retrofit value chain, though with broader applications beyond EWI.
• Kingspan Group: Irish-headquartered global manufacturer of insulation boards and building envelope solutions, including EWI system products. Comparable to Premium Facades as a major Irish-rooted player in building insulation, though operating at vastly greater scale and as a manufacturer.
• Saint-Gobain Weber: Global construction materials group with a dedicated Weber EWI systems division. Comparable to Premium Facades as a major supplier of certified external insulation systems, though embedded within a much broader product portfolio.

Direct peers

• Wetherby Building Systems: UK-based specialist supplier of EWI systems, renders, and brick slip finishes to trade contractors. Directly comparable to Premium Facades as a similarly-positioned B2B EWI specialist distributor in a closely related regulatory and retrofit market.
• Alsecco UK: UK arm of DAW's Alsecco brand, supplying complete EWI systems and renders to trade customers. Comparable to Premium Facades as a proprietary-system EWI distributor serving certified installers in a similar regulatory environment.
• SPS Envirowall: UK-based specialist in EWI and render systems for residential and commercial projects. Comparable to Premium Facades as a similarly-scoped specialty B2B supplier offering complete external insulation systems to certified installers.
• PermaRock Products: UK manufacturer and supplier of external wall insulation systems, renders, and associated materials. Comparable to Premium Facades as a specialist EWI system provider with a similar certified-systems go-to-market aimed at trade installers.

Others

• EJOT UK: UK and Ireland arm of EJOT, a specialist supplier of fasteners and fixings engineered for EWI and facade systems. Comparable to Premium Facades as a critical enabling supplier into the same certified installer channel and EWI specification set.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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