
Long-lasting protection of foundations and underground walls
High compression resistance
Improved thermal insulation
Drainage solution
Flexible texture
Mechanically stable
Quick installation
FONDALIN, made of high-density polyethylene, is used to drain groundwater and protect underground waterproofing systems from damage caused by soil pressure.
Full protection
Strong and flexible protrusions on the surface of Fondalin resist mechanical shocks caused by soil backfilling, preventing any damage to the surface of the waterproofing layer.
Ideal for all types of drainage
The air gap created by FONDALIN protrusions between the ground and parts of the building, such as basement walls or floors, is ideal for all types of drainage.
FONDALIN prevents damage caused by damp and humidity. When used with FONDALIN in conjunction with a new layer of plaster or drywall, the final wall surface remains clean and smooth. In combination with ventilation holes at floor and ceiling level, the air gap created by FONDALIN between the new finish and the existing wall also promotes moisture evaporation.
The underground part of buildings must be protected from moisture and groundwater. This is necessary not only for the comfortable use of buildings, but also for safety reasons. Moisture leads to corrosion of steel. When rust affects the reinforcement of concrete, the structural system also suffers damage, and this can be dangerous for the stability of the building, especially in earthquake conditions. Therefore, foundations and basements must be waterproofed.
FONDALIN protrusions withstand compression of 120-220 kN/m2, constantly maintaining an air gap of 5.8 l/m2 from the walls or floor of the house.
This space is large enough for the drainage of rainwater or groundwater, as well as for the evaporation of moisture, if supported by an appropriate ventilation system. In the underground parts of the building there is also the problem of compression caused by the soil poured against the basement walls. 1200-1600 FONDALIN protrusions per cm2 ensure a uniform distribution of earth pressure and prevent mechanical damage to the surface of the waterproofing materials.
FONDALIN is recommended by the TSE 11758-2 specification, which was developed for TSE asphalt membranes, as a "drainage material, protective layer".
FONDALIN is multifunctional:
Protection of basement walls and foundations
Underground waterproofing materials are very fragile. If they are not properly protected, there is a risk of damage during backfilling of the construction site. Strong yet flexible FONDALIN absorbs mechanical shocks from soil particles such as stones and gravel and prevents any damage.
Throughout the life of the building, FONDALIN also protects underground walls from tree roots and most chemicals that can be harmful to underground parts of the building.
Internal repair of wall damage caused by damp and humidity
If basements are not waterproofed from the outside, the walls become covered in mold, and moisture damage cannot be repaired by painting or plastering from the inside.
When used with FONDALIN in conjunction with a new layer of plaster or drywall, the final wall surface remains clean and smooth. In combination with ventilation holes at floor and ceiling level, the air gap created by FONDALIN between the new finish and the existing wall also promotes moisture evaporation.
Internal repair of floor damage caused by damp and humidity
FONDALIN is an ideal material for an interior moisture-resistant floor, as it can withstand not only moisture, but also vertical loads, since the 8 mm high protrusions of FONDALIN are not crushed. This provides an air gap between the existing floor and the new covering, which can also be ventilated at the junction with the wall.
Protection of ground slabs from soil moisture
The concrete is well protected if FONDALIN is loosely laid on compacted soil. The system is also protected from mechanical damage, as the load capacity of FONDALIN is over 25 tons/m2.
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