When Planning for a Wedi Steam Shower Using Wedi Vapor 85
Posted by Victoria Fouche on 2nd Jun 2022
Wedi Vapor 85 | When Planning for a Wedi Steam Shower
"For wet rooms which are constantly under heavy strain“
Product information Wedi Vapor 85 is both a board type sealing system and a building board with structural vapor barrier properties. Thanks to the pre-integrated vapor membrane barrier applied in the factory it is perfect for challenging applications in areas with high levels of humidity.
Wedi Vapor 85 is made from blue extruded polystyrene hard foam (XPS) which is reinforced with alkali-resistant fiberglass mesh and coated with polymer-modified mortar on both sides, as well as a vapor membrane barrier on one side providing an SD value of 92.
Area of application wedi Vapor 85
wedi Vapor 85 is both a board type sealing system and a building board with constructional and vapour resistant properties which is specifically tested and approved for wall applications. It can be used on solid walls and stud frames, as well as on floors and on ceilings, in interior areas. Due to its special properties, it is versatile in its applications:
• Carrier element for laying tile, slab and natural stone floor coverings using the thin-bed method, and surface for plaster and other materials
• Vapour barrier
• Effective thermal insulation
• Compound seal with tile and slab coverings on wall surfaces
Information about fitting, implementation of the sealing details and surface requirements can be found in the “wedi Vapor 85 building board application guidelines”.
To purchase Wedi products from Portland Direct Tile & Marble visit our Wedi Shower System website at www.wedishowersystem.com