Delta vapor barrier: features and benefits of films

Paroizolyatsionny films of Delta Reflex - demanded production of the German company Dorken which helps to keep comfortable climatic conditions of living in rooms. In addition, durable and flexible reinforced membranes help reduce heating costs. Despite their high cost, professionals recommend the use of these materials.

This product has a high level of quality. Reliable insulation is achieved thanks to the many advantages of Delta materials:

• they significantly improve the condition of thermal insulation;
• have high strength characteristics and elasticity;
• light weight facilitates installation workflow;
• reduce the operating costs of thermal insulation;
• have confirming certificates of quality;
• can be used without additional use of glue base and special tapes;
• the area of ​​application of the films covers both rooms with normal and rooms with high humidity.

Delta membranes can be used for flat and pitched roofs, as well as different types of roofs. In addition, with the help of the material vapor barrier is successfully carried out interior: bathrooms, kitchens, saunas, swimming pools. This product is in demand in the insulation work in the construction and repair of brick and frame buildings, buildings of foam blocks.

The production of each type of Delta vapor barrier film is made from high-quality materials using advanced technologies with strict control of each stage. Such a serious approach ensures a high level of reliability, strength and durability of products.

Main types of products

• Delta vent n - the film consisting of three layers connected by means of ultrasound. Prevents damage and deformation of the inner layer of the material.The anti-glare properties of the gray product facilitate the installation process, which is made directly on the insulation sheet.
• Delta reflex - a four-layer vapor barrier reinforced membrane, the basis of which is polyethylene with a reflective layer of aluminum, which allows for a long time to maintain heat in the room. It is a durable and ductile material made from primary raw materials that can be used in the most difficult climatic and weather conditions. It is mounted in the form of a solid canvas along the entire length of the room.

• Delta maxx - is a windproof diffusion membrane combining the properties of an anti-condensate film. High vapor permeability of this unique in its quality product allows you to quickly remove moisture from the insulation. The membrane has an airtight coating of polyurethane, which, in turn, ensures the preservation of heat in the house.

Thus, the main purpose of the products of the German manufacturer is steam and waterproofing, as well as protection from the wind. In addition to these materials, the company produces additional sets of products required for installation, including seals, adhesives, tapes, special sealing tapes.

This material is a diffuse under-roof membrane for cattle roofs with a single ventilation gap. It is available in several versions:

• film Delta Vent N not only contributes to the removal of residual moisture from the space under the roof, but also performs a windproof task;
• Delta Vent N PLUS membrane is equipped with a self-adhesive strip along the edge of the fabric, which creates an additional air-tight barrier that protects against precipitation.

The advantages of these products are:

• increased tensile strength;
• absolute water tightness;
• optimum vapor permeability;
• high windproof properties;
• resistance to ultraviolet exposure;
• maximum tightness due to adhesive layer (Vent N PLUS);
• small weight of products;
• long service life.

The membranes have a gray matte color, have moderate flammability and flammability, good heat resistance (operation is possible at temperatures from -40 to +80 degrees).The films are produced in rolls with a width of 1.5 m and a length of up to 50 m, the total weight of the package is 10 kg.

Also, this type of vapor barrier films include models Delta Vent S / PLUS, which have similar characteristics (except for color and weight).

It is noteworthy that these products are laid on the base, which is already closed by insulating materials. On top of them is the final finish with a variety of coatings: bitumen, ceramics, metal, straw, shingles, shingles.

The waterproofing film Delta Maxx is an energy-saving material that makes heating consumption more economical.

Standard Product Features:

• protection of insulation from rain and sleet;
• prevention of wet insulation and condensation;
• high liquid adsorption due to diffusion;
• maximum vapor permeability;
• airtightness, which is provided by the polyurethane coating;
• ensuring minimal heat loss.

Delta Maxx and Maxx Plus is an excellent waterproofing for pitched roofs coated with natural slate, tile or metal tile.It is applicable to the protection of premises with high humidity, for the reconstruction of roofs (if Dorken materials were used as a vapor barrier).

The material is also laid on the insulation, and for fixing use Delta glue from rubber or a special adhesive tape. One roll of material has a weight of 14 kg with a standard length and web width of 50x1.5 m.

The Delta Reflex / PLUS membrane is a multi-layer vapor barrier and windproof sheet, the main difference and feature of which is heat reflective aluminum foil. It is this layer that makes it possible to provide high-quality insulation of steam and condensate in the layers of insulating gaskets. In other words, the material performs two functions at once: heat and vapor insulation.

Another feature of the film is its convenient use: due to its special strength, it can be mounted in large pieces, but during installation it is important to pay attention to the joints to the walls, roofing planes and pipes, as the reliability of protection depends on it.

Material advantages:

• differs in the maximum degree of plasticity and durability;
• the film is able to provide an improvement in roof insulation by almost 10%;
• gives a 100% guarantee of protection against leakage of steam and warm air, thanks to optimum vapor permeability;
• reflects up to 50% of thermal energy inside the premises (due to the reflex layer);
• effectively reduces the effects of electromagnetic exposure (up to 99%).

Objective reviews by builders show that Delta Reflex material can be used only in the absence of "wet" work, dry insulation, the use of high-quality available tools (glue, tape, sealant). In addition, installation of the film should be done by professionals. This is the only way to guarantee the quality of installation, its durability and successful operation. Whether to consider this a disadvantage, to judge the reader, however, there are too many conditions for one workflow.

You will learn more about the Delta Reflex vapor barrier film by watching the following video.

A special place in the Delta product line is taken by the single-layer Dawi GP film, which has the lowest vapor permeability, due to which condensation is completely prevented.For this reason, even in winter, when there are maximum pressure drops of the external and internal air masses, the formation of condensation moisture is excluded.

The product is a transparent polyethylene with a thickness of up to 200 microns and high density. The width of such a roll is 2 m with a length of 50 m, the weight of the package is 18 kg.

For convenience and reliable fixation of the membranes, the manufacturer released Delta Than glue, one-sided reinforced adhesive tape Delta-Multi-Band M60 / M100, double-sided connecting tape Delta-Duo Tape, self-adhesive tape Delta Schaum Band SB 60. These tools ensure high quality of the installation.

Professional German membranes Delta is an innovative approach to solving the problem of steam and waterproofing. These products were appreciated in our country. Errors in the work (for the most part) occur due to ignorance of the requirements of its use.