Protecto-drain PL8 is installed vertically as a protection and dam proof layer in internal walls and subterranean structures. It is designed to securely hold up rendering and plastering

Technical features	Technical data	Test Method
Material	High density polyethylene (HDPE)
Roll width	2 metres	calibrated measuring tape
Roll length	20 metres	calibrated measuring tape
Roll weight	550 gsm (±10%)	calibrated thickness measuring tape
Rolls per pallet	12
Compression strength	250 kN per m2	MDV
Height of cups	8mm	MDV
Number of cups	1500 pieces per m2	MDV
Air volume between the cups	5.5 litres per m2	MDV
Water drainage capacity	4.6 litres per m2	MDV
Temperature tolerance	- 30°C to + 80°C	MDV
Reaction to fire	B2 (B1 available by special request)	DIN 4102
Physical characteristics	Rot-proof, resistant to fungus and bacteria. Will not leach chemicals. Not harmful to drinking water. No health hazards under normal use

Application

Used as a mechanical protection against soil and root movement along foundation walls. It can be installed with a 20cm overlap and fixed with nails and sealing buttons 5 cm from the top edges of the roll and 20cm from each roll. Edging profile is installed to prevent soil ingress into the cavity. Maximum build-up 8 metres high.
Laid horizontally and fixed using sealing tape in the overlapping areas the sheets protect concrete flooring form rising damp and keep reinforcement mesh in place firmly during the concrete works.

Storage and handling

Protect against prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and temperatures over 25 °C

Guarantee / warranty

When used in the correct manner and application, the material will be rot proof for 20 years. Wallbarn application rules and proper site storage, handling and installation practices must be carried out as a prerequisite for any possible future warranty claims.

Health and safety

No known dangerous substances

This datasheet represents the current knowledge of the product, but may be revised by Wallbarn in the future. It is the duty of the customer and installer to be clear that this product is suitable for the purposes it is used for.

This technical datasheet may be revised or changed at any time without prior notice. It is the duty of the customer and installer to be sure they possess the latest version of the datasheet.