Description
Diathonite Thermactive .037 is a lime-based insulating plaster made from Hydrated lime, NHL 5 binder, Expanded Amorphous Silica, Pumice, Perlite, Cork and Diatomaceous earth. Used internally on solid masonry walls and ceilings, it is highly breathable and helps walls in older buildings dry out thanks to its capillary active nature. Diathonite Thermactive is compatible with a range of substrates, but is mostly applied to solid stone or brick (once any gypsum plaster has been removed) and provides significant thermal improvement to these walls.
Where to use it
Diathonite Thermactive can be used internally on any solid stone or masonry wall and is an ideal solution for the restoration and thermal insulation of older or historic/listed buildings.
Any existing gypsum plaster on the internal side of the wall should be removed first to reveal the stone or masonry underneath. This ensures the wall will be fully breathable and allows the Diathonite to work to its full potential. It also provides a reliable key for maximum adhesion of the Diathonite to the wall.
What it does
Diathonite Thermactive is an insulating plaster that can help regulate moisture to manage humidity and damp in solid walls; especially within older buildings. It provides excellent thermal insulation in colder months and helps protect from overheating when temperatures rise outside. A more comfortable indoor climate can be achieved all year round and the energy demand for heating and cooling can be reduced.
In a typical installation, application of 40-60mm of Diathonite Thermactive would improve the thermal performance of the wall by 3.5-4.5 times. This thickness is the most cost-effective way to provide a significant thermal improvement to the wall.
The clever combination of natural ingredients provides mechanical strength and elasticity to reduce the risk of micro-cracking and gives a long-lasting durable finish.
Features
- The best thermal conductivity available in a plaster
- Beautiful finish
- Award-Winning
- Breathable and Capillary active
- Easy Application
- High Elasticity
- Easy thermal bridge solution
- Excellent drying times
- Fire Protection (A1 non-combustible)
- Antibacterial Properties
Benefits
- 50mm of Thermactive improves the thermal performance of a wall by approximately 4 times keeping walls warm in the winter and cool in summer.
- Creates a sympathetic restoration and insulation which maintains the unique characteristic of existing walls allowing them to breathe and balance room humidity.
- Winner of the Renewable Product Category at the RIAI Architects Choice Awards – 2018.
- Dual function plaster can be used as insulation and a levelling coat on the wall.
- Natural cork and lime offer breathability and thermal insulation to prevent condensation and mould.
- Up to 10 times more elastic than traditional plasters reducing the risk of cracks.
- Provides a simple and easy solution to thermal bridges.
- Can be sprayed-on or applied by hand; experienced lime plasterers or DIY enthusiasts can install it without special training.
- Dries much faster than traditional lime.
- Euroclass A1 fire resistance, does not burn or smoke so improves fire safety of buildings.
- Complies with Building Regulations.
