Features of Soudal polyurethane foam

During construction and repair work, it is difficult to do without polyurethane foam. It is an excellent sealant and insulation material used for installing windows and doors, sealing joints and cracks, filling voids around pipes for sound insulation and other purposes.

There are many offers on the market today. They differ in quality, characteristics, price. One of the best offers is Soudal polyurethane foam from a Belgian manufacturer.

The company has existed for over 50 years, today it is the leading manufacturer among the companies of its industry in Europe. Soudal produces sealants, foams, roofing materials, adhesives. The range of products is surprisingly diverse. Each product has a quality certificate.

The main office of the company is located in Belgium, in Turnhout. Soudal has three large factories in its own country, several factories abroad and its own research laboratories. The company cares not only about expanding the product range, but also about improving the quality and introducing new products. Many Soudal products have been recognized at international exhibitions more than once.

Over the years of fruitful activity, the company has gained a huge reputation, and its products are popular not only in Belgium, but also far beyond its borders. In addition to quality, the products have another indisputable advantage - an attractive price.

Soudal polyurethane foams have a number of features. They can be used by both professionals and ordinary people who make repairs at home. Foams can be used for various purposes, they do an excellent job of electrical and thermal insulation. They are water resistant, UV resistant and corrosion resistant. The cured foam is highly durable, it is not afraid of aggressive environments and adverse weather conditions.

For the convenience of consumers, the company produces different types of products: winter and summer. There is also all-season foam, which is adapted to high and low temperatures, their differences. It can be used with a variety of building materials, providing a high level of adhesion. The manufacturer guarantees a long operating period.

In addition to dividing into types according to seasons, Soudal produces a wide range of products for professional and domestic use. However, their main difference is the design of the cylinder valves. Therefore, if you purchase polyurethane foam, choose its type depending on its purpose and the work that you will perform.

Different types of foam can have different cure time characteristics., application depending on the temperature conditions of the environment, use with various materials, and can also be intended for different types of work. Therefore, carefully read the information on the packaging before purchasing.

Polyurethane foam Professional has good characteristics. It has excellent sound and heat insulation properties, and has good filling capacity. It has no shrinkage and double expansion. Soudal manufactures its products in aerosol cans of 300, 500, 750 ml. A capacity of 750 ml will yield 60 liters of content. It can be applied by installing and sealing various blocks, filling voids and seams. Using a pistol will allow the amount of the substance to be dispensed.

Soudafoam Fr is a professional one-component, self-expanding polyurethane foam. Its distinctive feature is fire resistance. Soudafoam Fr refractory foam can be used as a sealant for various joints, when installing blocks where high fire protection is required.

If you need foam for joints where strong shear and expansion can occur, or for structures subject to high vibration, use Flexifoam, which is highly elastic. It will protect against shock and shock, provide sound insulation, and reduce acoustic noise.

Soudal Maxi Arctic is a one-component polyurethane foam. It goes well with almost all materials, excluding silicone, polyethylene, teflon, polypropylene. It perfectly performs sound and heat insulation functions, has a good filling capacity and excellent installation properties. However, its main advantage is the ability to use it in frosts down to -25 degrees. It will not sag at such low temperatures.

This winter product is suitable for mounting and sealing door and window units, filling joints, creating soundproof screens. It can be used to insulate cooling systems. The balloon will yield up to 60 liters of foam. Using a gun, you will be able to dispense the amount of foam. And if you install a screw on the back of the gun, you can control the quantitative foam output.

Soudal also produces two-part foams in which the base and activator are separated from each other in the container, so they last longer than single-part foams.

Two-component foam hardens very quickly and polymerizes well, while the air humidity can be any. It gives a higher yield than one-component, has a wide range of applications, is suitable for working with concrete, wood, metals, PVC and other materials. You can cut off excess foam within 10-12 minutes after application. However, two-component foam is more expensive. In addition, the balloon can only be used once due to the fast curing time. Therefore, it is better for a professional to work with this composition.

Products of the Soudal brand occupy the top positions in the ratings, as they have excellent technical characteristics and are suitable for various repairs. Ready-to-use polyurethane foams have excellent adhesion to almost all materials, excellent assembly, heat and sound insulation properties and very good filling properties.

Foam hardens when exposed to moisture. The primary film forms in 10-12 minutes if the ambient temperature is +20 degrees, and the relative humidity is 60%. Full cure occurs after 30 minutes. In the solidified state, the density of the foam is 25 kg / cu. m. Foam can be used at temperatures from -40 to +90 degrees.

The product is characterized by good stability, which means no shrinkage and double expansion effect. Soudal foam has high coefficients of shear strength and resistance to compression and bending, and low moisture absorption. It is all season and fire resistant. This data may differ for different types of foams.

Aerosol mounting glue-foam is designed for quick bonding of different materials. The product can be used at temperatures from -10 to +35 degrees. Even at sub-zero temperatures, it has excellent initial tack. Full cure will occur in an hour. The foam adhesive does not flow on vertical surfaces. It is resistant to solvents, paints and mildew. It is water-repellent and not prone to aging and decay.

Soudal foam is widely used in various construction and finishing works, namely:

• indispensable for the installation and sealing of building blocks (doors and windows);
• necessary for leveling joints, filling cracks and voids;
• glues insulating materials and roof structures;
• improves thermal insulation of the cooling system;
• helps to fix pipes;

• protects against moisture penetration into the seams of structures and profiles, preventing the appearance of mold;
• creates an excellent soundproofing layer.
• allows you to fill in and create a soundproof layer in empty space in a closed profile (under a bath, in a shower, in a frame structure);
• fills the voids in the pipeline, in the transitions when installing walls and ceilings;
• perfectly attaches and seals window sills and blinds, thresholds and steps.
• assists in the installation and sealing of light interior doors made of MDF and other wood materials.

Consumers leave numerous reviews about Soudal foam, most of which are positive. Buyers note the availability of a wide range of product types and the ability to choose the right option for the required job. They like that they can choose according to the household or professional purpose of the product.

Soudal foam meets all the declared characteristics, it is convenient to use it. It is easily squeezed out, and the presence of a pistol makes work easier. The cylinders give a good quantitative yield of the product. The foam can be used at all temperatures, it fills in empty spaces well and evens out the seams. It dries quickly, and after drying it acquires excellent strength and durability. Consumers say they have used the foam with a variety of materials and it provided a high level of adhesion.

Consumers are satisfied with the quality of the product. They warn that before using it, it is imperative to read the instructions, and in the process of work it is necessary to use gloves, otherwise it will be difficult to wash your hands later. Customers love the affordable price of Soudal products. Many professional craftsmen prefer to work with Soudal polyurethane foams.

The choice of foam for the installation of window blocks is described in detail in the video.