Visqueen Gas Barrier

Third party certifications:

BBA Agrément Certificate
Certificate type

Gas barrier and damp-proof membrane.

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Description

Features and benefits:

BBA approved and fully complies with BS 8485:2015.

Low permeability to methane, radon and carbon dioxide.

Approved for use in NHBC Amber 2 applications.

Multi-layer reinforced LDPE membrane with aluminium core.

High puncture and tear resistance.

Visqueen Gas Barrier offers a safe solution for the protection of buildings against methane, radon and carbon dioxide, when installed in accordance with the relevant codes of practice. Visqueen Gas Barrier is a multi-layer reinforced polyethylene membrane with an integral aluminium foil. For ease of identification on site Visqueen Gas Barrier is coloured blue on one side and silver on the reverse. The barrier combines strength and performance with flexibility and easy installation.

Installation and test results information can be found on our datasheet.

General information

Finish	Top surface: Ribbed, Bottom surface: Smooth
Color	Top surface: Blue, Bottom surface: Silver
Features	High resistance to puncturing and tearing
Material	Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) with reinforcing grid and aluminium foil core
WarrantyDescription	Refer to IAB Certificate
Uniclass 2015	Pr_25_57_65_60 Plastics sheetsPrimary
CAWS	J40/140 Loose laid plastics or rubber sheet gas retardant damp proofing J40/35 Loose laid plastics or rubber gas retardant damp proofing

Specification data - Plastics sheets

Product Reference	Visqueen Gas Barrier
Membrane	-
Size	2.0 x 25 m 2.0 x 50 m
Accessories	Double Sided Jointing Tape Blue butyl based strip adhesive. Foil Backed Lap Tape Single sided tape for securing laps in demanding conditions. Gas Resistant Detailing Strip Self adhesive strip for forming complex shapes and junctions. GR High Performance DPC Gas-resistant co-polymer thermoplastic DPC. TreadGUARD 1500 For protecting membranes from damage from following trades. Preformed Pipe Cloak (Top Hat) Units For airtight seals around service pipe penetrations. Preformed Unit For junctions or complex details.