The foundation acts as the basic part of the building structure. It takes on static loads, providing stability and strength. If we are talking about a shallow foundation, then for several decades now, thermal insulation technology using Penoplex foundation sheets has been used for such structures. With the help of this material, it is possible to reduce the freezing of heaving soil, as a result of which deformation of the underground part of the building is excluded.
Description
The material described above is extruded polystyrene foam, which has excellent strength and insulation properties. It is used to insulate the foundation, providing protection for both the support of the house itself and the basement. Among the features, excellent moisture resistance can be distinguished, which eliminates the need for additional waterproofing. That is why, even under adverseconditions provide good thermal insulation.
"Penoplex Foundation" has a low coefficient of thermal conductivity, which guarantees excellent thermal insulation properties. Due to this, the material is able to cope with the freezing of the soil and eliminates the occurrence of cold bridges. This insulation reliably protects the waterproofing from external mechanical influences. It should be noted that Penoplex Foundation is biologically stable and is able to extend the life of all underground structures, including basements.
Features of use
Extruded polystyrene foam is used for various types of foundations during construction and at further stages of the formation and operation of the building. The foundation slab is insulated after waterproofing, which is considered the traditional method and is true for all other cases.
"Penoplex Foundation" is fixed with a mounting adhesive, as mechanical fixation can cause a violation of the waterproofing. It is mounted vertically, providing an overlap, starting from the bottom row. After the entire perimeter of the building is closed, the work can be considered completed. The extruded polystyrene foam "Penoplex Foundation" should protrude 500 millimeters above the level of the poured soil, which will protect the walls of the first floor from water.
Positive Features
Insulation for the foundation "Penoplex Foundation" has many advantages. Among them, one can single out insignificant moisture and vapor permeability, this indicator fluctuates in the range of 0.1-0.5% of the volume of insulation. Experts note impressive compressive strength. Consumers can expect rot, decay and chemical resistance. Choosing a heater, recently an increasing number of buyers pay attention to the environmental friendliness of the material.
EP "Penoplex Foundation" (1200x600x50 mm G4) is completely harmless, since no toxic substances are used in its production. Even an inexperienced master in the process of work can easily cope with insulation, since the material is easy to install, easy to process and cut. It can be simply fastened to dowels.
During operation, "Penoplex" will prove itself as a material that endures temperature extremes. Tests have shown its stability during fluctuations from -80 to +100 degrees. Manufacturers guarantee a service life of 50 years. For every consumer, this material is available, as it is relatively inexpensive.
Specialist recommendation
Material can be used in complex, inside or outside. However, the most effective solution is the latter technique. For its implementation along the perimeter of the foundation, it is necessary to prepare a trench, the depth of which should be below the sand cushion and the pointfreezing. At the same time, it is important to lay a margin of 5 cm. At the next stage, it is necessary to fill in the sand, forming a continuation of the pillow, after which everything is carefully compacted. The slabs must be laid across the entire width of the trench, and the edges glued with bituminous mastic.
