Radon Barrier

Radon & Gas...

Radon and other harmful gases such as methane and hydrocarbons can enter a building from the ground through small cracks in floors and through gaps around pipes or cables. The gases tend to be sucked from the ground into a building because the indoor air pressure is usually slightly lower than outdoors. This pressure difference occurs because warm indoor air is less dense than outdoor air.

A fully sealed radon barrier or gas barrier membrane can provide protection to building and its inhabitants from the ingress of gases and their collection to potentially dangerous concentrations where they may be of risk to human health.

When selecting a gas membrane for an application it is important that the material selected is 'fit for purpose' and that it is 'capable of surviving the construction phase' intact. We can offer advice on detailing and selecting the appropriate membrane for your particular risks and requirements.

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