Building Membranes

Building membranes are essential components in the construction industry, providing solutions for waterproofing, vapour control, and air tightness in various structures. These products come in different forms and materials, each designed to address specific needs in building envelopes.

Torch-On Membranes

Torch-on membranes like the Danosa Trade Torch On SBS Mineral Cap Sheet offer robust waterproofing for flat roofs. These are heat-applied, ensuring a secure and long-lasting bond to the roofing substrate, ideal for new construction or refurbishing existing roofs.

Self-Adhesive Membranes

Products such as Wraptite offer a self-adhesive option for creating vapour-permeable, airtight layers. Easy to apply, these membranes are suitable for use in walls and roofs, enhancing the building's overall energy efficiency.

Fire-Retardant Membranes

Fire safety is paramount, and materials like Tyvek Firecurb Housewrap are engineered to slow the spread of flames, providing extra protection for buildings while also functioning as effective weather barriers.

Vapour Control Layers

Vapour control is crucial in preventing condensation. Products ranging from Tyvek Airguard Reflective Vapour Barriers to Procheck Premier 500 Vapour Control Layers help manage vapour ingress and improve insulation.

Damp Proof Membranes (DPM)

Heavy-duty options like 1200 Gauge Visqueen Vapour Barrier DPM are designed to resist moisture from the ground, essential in preventing damp issues in both residential and commercial buildings.

Reflective Membranes

Reflective membranes, such as Reflectashield TF 0.81, offer thermal benefits by reflecting radiant heat, contributing to thermal comfort and energy savings.

Breather Membranes

Breather membranes, including the Black+ Ultra Roof and Wall Breather Membrane, provide protection against moisture ingress while allowing the building to breathe, thus preventing mould growth and structural damage.

Acoustic Membranes

For sound insulation, products like Soprema Tecsound are designed to significantly reduce noise transmission, ideal for use in walls, ceilings, and floors in various building types.

Gas Barriers

Specialised membranes like Methane Pro Hi Performance Gas Barrier are used to protect buildings from harmful ground gases such as radon, methane, and CO2.

Accessory Tapes

Accessory tapes like Tyvek Flexwrap and Double Sided Butyl Tape are crucial for sealing joints and ensuring the continuity of the membrane systems.

When selecting a building membrane, it is important to consider the specific requirements of your project, such as the need for waterproofing, vapour control, thermal insulation, fire retardancy, or gas protection. Additionally, the type of substrate and the local climate conditions are important factors in your decision-making process.