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OSB3 (Oriented Strand Board 3) is a type of engineered wood panel commonly used in construction projects. It is a versatile and durable material that is suitable for a wide range of applications, from flooring and roofing to wall sheathing and subflooring. In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at OSB3 board, its properties, … Read more
When it comes to building a warm roof, one of the most important elements to consider is the vapor barrier. A vapor barrier is a layer of material designed to prevent water vapor from passing through a building envelope and getting into the insulation or structural components of a building. This can be particularly important … Read more
Before we explore what is a thermal broken fixing we need to understand that thermal bridging occurs when materials with high thermal conductivity create a bridge between the warm interior of a building and the cold exterior, allowing heat to escape more easily. This can result in increased energy consumption and higher heating bills. One … Read more
If you’re planning a construction or renovation project, you may have come across the term “PIR insulation board.” But what exactly is PIR insulation board, and why is it so popular in the building industry? In this blog, we’ll answer these questions and more. What is insulation? First, let’s define what we mean by insulation. … Read more
Purpose of FG35 Primer FG35 Primer is used for priming substrate surfaces for ALUTRIX® 600 or ALUTRIX® FR self-adhesive aluminum vapour-barrier membranes on bituminous materials, timber materials and solid materialsI required FG35 Primer to prime the wooden roof deck before fitting Alutrix 600. Application method The product datasheet indicates the method of installation as:“Apply FG … Read more
What is Alutrix 600 Vapour Barrier? ALUTRIX 600 is a high performance flat roof vapour barrier. As a result it is vapour proof, has a very high tear resistance and creates an airtight seal. It is the Rolls Royce of roofing vapour barriers. It is self adhesive and made of a bitumen type adhesive and … Read more