Decoupling Membranes
SHC Self-Adhesive Decoupling Membrane
Self Adhesive Decoupling Mat, anti-crack with easy fix cable lug design for heating cables£118.38 – £235.18 Exc. VAT
Waterproof Tanking Corner - Internal / Self-Adhesive
Internal Tanking Corner is made for waterproofing the corners of wetroom assemblies£9.32 Exc. VAT
Waterproof Tanking Corner - External / Self-Adhesive
External Tanking Corner is made for waterproofing the corners of wetroom assemblies£9.32 Exc. VAT
Waterproof Tanking Corner - External
External Tanking Corner is made for waterproofing the corners£6.66 Exc. VAT
Waterproof Tanking Corner - Internal
Internal Tanking Corner is made for waterproofing the corners£6.66 Exc. VAT
Showerliner - Wall & Floor Tanking Membrane
wall tanking membrane is a thin-layer waterproofing membrane suitable for the tanking of showers£33.32 – £186.66 Exc. VAT
SP Decoupling Matting
Low profile underfloor tile sound proofing, waterproof, anti-crack decoupling matting.£39.98 – £159.98 Exc. VAT
SF Decoupling Matting
Anti-crack & waterproof decoupling mat. Helps to stabilise sub-floor and protect new floor cover£59.98 – £339.98 Exc. VAT
HC Decoupling Matting
Waterproofing anti-crack decoupling matting with easy fix cable lug design to allow heating cable£106.66 – £373.32 Exc. VAT
Aqua Pro Jointing Band
Aqua Pro Jointing Band is ideal for use on wet room floors and walls£7.99 – £26.66 Exc. VAT
Backer Board PRO Tanking Tape
Designed to provide a waterproof seal, prior to tiling on board or corner joints£19.98 – £29.32 Exc. VAT
Decoupling membrane is an essential component in installing underfloor heating and tile flooring systems. It serves two important functions: to isolate the tiles from the subfloor and to prevent cracks in the tiles from transmitting to the subfloor. The two main types of decoupling membrane are those designed specifically for underfloor heating systems and those designed for standard tile flooring systems.
Decoupling membrane for underfloor heating systems is designed to work in conjunction with electric or water-based heating systems, providing a layer of insulation between the heating element and the flooring surface. This helps to distribute heat evenly across the floor and prevent heat loss, ensuring that your underfloor heating system operates at maximum efficiency.
Standard tile decoupling membrane, on the other hand, is designed for use in standard tile flooring systems, providing a layer of separation between the tiles and the subfloor. This helps to reduce the transmission of cracks in the tiles to the subfloor, preventing damage and extending the life of the flooring system.
Both types of decoupling membrane are available in a range of materials, including polyethylene, polypropylene, and rubber, each with its own unique properties and benefits. When choosing a decoupling membrane, it’s important to consider the type of flooring system you’re installing, as well as the specific requirements of your project, such as insulation, sound reduction, and load-bearing capacity.
In conclusion, decoupling membrane is an important component in ensuring the longevity, efficiency, and performance of underfloor heating and tile flooring systems. Whether you’re installing a new system or renovating an existing one, investing in high-quality decoupling membrane can help you achieve a successful outcome.