Schlüter-Systems has reported successful results of its most recent impact sound reduction tests on its latest uncoupling membrane for crack-free tile and stone.
As a result of the tests, Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-TB has been rebranded as DITRA-HEAT-DUO, in recognition of its ability to provide both thermal breaking and impact sound reduction. The test confirmed an impact sound reduction of up to 13dB – a perceived 50 per cent reduction by the human ear.
In terms of thermal break credentials, DITRA-HEAT-DUO pushes 80% of its input to the surface during the heat-up phase, whereas alternative systems can lose up to half of the heat into the screed or subfloor.
DITRA-HEAT-DUO is a universal substrate for tile and stone coverings, that offers a total of seven features that together aid the construction process, protect the building fabric and improve privacy for occupants. The product serves as a bonded waterproofing, uncoupling, crack bridging and vapour pressure equalisation layer.
It is also designed for the attachment of heating cables as part of the Schlüter-DITRA-HEAT-E electrical underfloor heating system.
DITRA-HEAT-DUO comprises a polypropylene membrane with a cut back stud structure, with a unique 2mm anchoring fleece laminated on the underside. It can be installed on floors or walls as part of a complete DITRA-HEAT-E system.
Schluter-Systems
Units 3-5 Bardon 22
Beveridge Lane
Coalville
Leicestershire
LE67 1TE
UK
01530 813396
Visit the Schluter-Systems website
Supercharge Drybase TS-PLUS Tanking Slurry with Drybase TS-PLUS 5-Bar Waterproofer – a liquid polymer additive that equips the already capable tanking slurry with the power to handle 5 bars of hydrostatic water pressure.
Posted in Articles, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Building Services, Damp & Waterproofing, Facility Management & Building Services, Innovations & New Products, Posts, Restoration & Refurbishment, Retrofit & Renovation, WallsThe new Jorge Chávez Airport in Peru is one of the most pioneering airport projects ever undertaken in South America – it features Gatic UltraSlot from Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS).
Posted in Articles, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Building Services, Case Studies, Civil Engineering, Concrete, Cement, Admixtures, Drainage, Drainage Services, Drainage, Guttering, Soffits & Fascias, Facility Management & Building Services, Hard Landscaping & Walkways, Landscaping, Pipes & Fittings, Plumbing, Posts, Restoration & Refurbishment, Retrofit & RenovationRegistration has opened for LIFTEX 2025. Now in its 37th year, the show is the UK’s only dedicated exhibition for the lift, escalator and access industry and takes place only once every three years.
Posted in Accessibility, Articles, Building Associations & Institutes, Building Industry Events, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Building Regulations & Accreditations, Building Services, Exhibitions and Conferences, Facility Management & Building Services, Health & Safety, Restoration & Refurbishment, Retrofit & RenovationThanks to a Saniplus UP from Saniflo, a new garden retreat in the capital has been elevated to a new level of comfort and convenience.
Posted in Articles, Bathrooms & Toilets, Bathrooms, Bedrooms & Washrooms, Building Industry News, Building Products & Structures, Building Services, Case Studies, Drainage, Facility Management & Building Services, Garden, Interiors, Pipes & Fittings, Plumbing, Restoration & Refurbishment, Retrofit & Renovation