ARDEX WPM 188 (3mm) Root-Resistant SBS Torch-On Membrane
$372.79
ARDEX WPM 188: High-Performance Root-Resistant Waterproofing
ARDEX WPM 188 is a premium SBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene) modified bitumen torch-on membrane specifically designed for green infrastructure. It features a specialized chemical treatment that inhibits root penetration, ensuring the long-term structural integrity of garden beds and green roofs.
*Installation Requirement: Must be installed by an ARDEX certified professional.*
Key Features & Performance
- Root Ingress Protection: Specially formulated to prevent roots from compromising the membrane or laps, making it ideal for intensive roof gardens.
- Cold Climate Flexibility: Engineered to remain flexible and perform in extreme temperatures as low as -20°C.
- High Thermal Stability: Maintains shape and performance in high heat environments up to 90°C.
- Mechanical Strength: Superior resistance to perforation, mechanical stress, and environmental pollutants.
- Total Vapour Barrier: Creates a positive seal against moisture and vapour transmission.
Applications for Green Infrastructure
- Planter boxes, flower beds, and garden beds.
- Intensive green roofs and rooftop gardens.
- Civil engineering projects requiring root-resistant tanking.
- Horizontal and vertical waterproofing systems.
Technical Specifications
- Material: SBS Modified Bitumen (3.0mm thickness)
- Reinforcement: High-strength combined fibreglass and polyester (180g/m²)
- Finish: Sanded top surface with a torch-on film bottom.
- Roll Size: 1m x 10m (Weight: 35kg).
- Compliance: Fully compliant with AS4654.1 Waterproofing Standards.
System Compatibility
Ensure maximum substrate adhesion by priming surfaces with ARDEX WPM 240 Primer prior to membrane application.
Technical data and specifications sourced from ARDEX Australia