FLOOR SYSTEMS
Floor systems from Blanke Systems are a solid foundation. The various solutions can be installed on floors such as wood or new and old screed. They have different properties, such as a reinforcing and decoupling effect, tested footfall sound insulation and even heat distribution with underfloor heating systems.
REINFORCING UNDERLAYMENT FOR TILE AND STONE
Learn about our underlay and decoupling mats. The floor systems have all been developed to be used in combination with tiles and natural stone. Learn about the reliable decoupling mats for tile floorings.
Footfall noise reduction and decoupling underlayment system
Our insulating floor systems offer you footfall noise and thermal insulation. Floor insulation supports the even distribution of heat in underfloor heating systems and is suitable for floors such as wood or screed.
Would you like to know more about floor systems such as decoupling mats?
The floor is used in a variety of ways. It must be able to withstand the weight of heavy furniture, absorb impact noise and be as well insulated as possible. Especially in renovation there is often the problem of a lack of construction height when constructing the floor. What do you have to consider when building a floor and what options do you have as a builder? All forms of use require a solid and stable floor structure. In addition to the screed, components such as decoupling mats, impact sound insulation and thermal insulation can be found in every floor structure.
What do I need decoupling mats for?
Builders who are thinking of tiles when it comes to top floor coverings should consider the topic of decoupling. A decoupling mat separates, also called decouples, tile coverings from the subsurface and forms a stable base. Tensions and movements in the subsurface are reduced or completely absorbed by the decoupling mat. This means that the stresses are not transferred to the tile covering. Especially if large format tiles are planned, you should use a decoupling membrane or mat. If you do not install these, cracks and cracks can occur in the tile surface. You can also use decoupling mats to bridge cracks and unevenness in the subsurface. This makes it possible to lay tiles even on more difficult surfaces. When it comes to underfloor heating, you should also include a decoupling mat in your calculations. Building materials in the ground also expand when heated. In order to guarantee an undamaged tile covering in the long term and sustainably, a decoupling mat is the right solution. The Blank surface heating and cooling systems you always get it with the decoupling mat BLANKE PERMAT.
Advantages of a decoupling mat
- Avoidance of cracks in the tile by reducing tension in the substrate
- Laying tiles on critical substrates becomes possible
- Reduction in construction time - tiles can be laid as soon as the screed can be walked on
What does a decoupling mat consist of?
Good decoupling mats consist of 3 layers:
- A non-slip glass mesh fabric, which ensures stability under loads in the horizontal plane
- Extruded and twisted PEHD mesh bars
- A decoupling fleece for optimal adhesion of the Tile adhesive
The two layers of mesh act like reinforcement under the tile. The results are optimal load transfer, a good adhesion value and secure grip of the tile adhesive. The BLANKE PERMAT has all of these layers and is also ideal for large loads, for example in car dealerships or event venues. Thanks to the BLANKE PERMAT, a traditional floor structure is transformed into a modern multifunctional floor, which ensures long-lasting functionality and beauty of the floor while easily absorbing the highest traffic loads .
Roll or mat?
There are a wide variety of decoupling systems on the market. The most common variants are the decoupling track and the decoupling mat. The decoupling track may seem easier to handle at first glance, but it has significant disadvantages compared to the decoupling mat. The decoupling track is usually offered on rollers. Due to the properties of the material, the web remains deformed even after it is unrolled. The curvature of the membrane can cause problems during installation because, for example, corners or edge pieces keep rolling up. With a mat solution, installation is much easier. This saves you time and allows you to lay out the decoupling mats more easily without always having to heave a large roll through the room. With all types of decoupling sheets or mats, it is important to pay attention to the overlap so that the floor can be properly decoupled. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions or take a look at the associated installation instructions.
How do decoupling mats work?
As already mentioned above, there are different types of decoupling mats. Depending on the area of application, it is important to pay attention to the properties and resilience. If you compare, for example, car dealerships and residential buildings, it is clear that the floors here are exposed to different stresses. So what's the difference?
Point loads on tiles
A lot of weight on one point often leads to the tile covering breaking. A decoupling mat protects the tiles from high point loads from above. To prevent tiles from breaking, the subsurface must not have any flexibility. The decoupling ensures a consistent height and the grid structure ensures a wide distribution of the load. This defuses point loads and creates a stable construction with the thin-bed mortar as a load distribution layer.
Consolidation of the floor structure
Covering carrier mats withstand high traffic loads
from: The BLANKE PERMAT, for example, is designed for traffic loads of up to 7.5 kN/m2.
This enables tiles to be laid even where high traffic loads occur. Therefore, decoupling mats can not only be used in private areas (kitchens, bathrooms,
Living rooms etc.) but also in commercial areas (hotels, car dealerships, showrooms, workshops
etc.). If you build the floor construction sensibly right from the start, you have all the options - for example when there are changes in use
of areas and buildings.
