Our external wall insulation (EWI) build-ups showcase the different system configurations available for a range of substrates, performance requirements and aesthetic preferences. Each build-up illustrates the layers and compatible products used, from adhesives and base coats to insulation and decorative finishes. Sika offers EWI systems featuring platinum insulation boards, rockwool insulation, phenolic insulation and insulated concrete solutions, all of which are designed to improve thermal performance, enhance facade appearance and ensure long term durability.

Explore the build-ups of our various EWI systems here:

Platinum System Build-Ups

Option 1

Description:
  • Blockwork
  • Platinum board (grey) adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • EHI/GM/GF scraped textured finish

Option 2

Description:
  • Blockwork
  • Platinum board (grey) adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • EHI/GM/GF scraped textured finish

Option 3

Description:
  • Blockwork
  • Platinum board (grey) adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • Maite Base Coat – 10mm white
  • Dash finish – 6 to 8mm

Option 4

Description:
  • Blockwork
  • Platinum board (grey) adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • 5mm Prolifix adhesive across whole surface
  • Fixing
  • Brick facings slip finish

Option 5

Description:
  • Concrete slab
  • Platinum board (grey) mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • Primer
  • Revlane+siloxane 1.6mm finish

Option 6

Description:
  • Concrete slab
  • Platinum board (grey) adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Deco finish

Option 7

Description:
  • Concrete slab
  • Platinum board (grey) adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Unité finish

Rockwool System Build-Ups

Option 1

Description:
  • Brickwork / Blockwork
  • Mineral wool – adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • EHI GM/GF top coat – off white 6mm

Option 2

Description:
  • Brickwork / Blockwork
  • Mineral wool – adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • Primer
  • Revlane + Siloxane

Option 3

Description:
  • Concrete slab
  • Mineral wool – adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Facite (grey base coat) – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • Primer
  • Revlane + Siloxane

Option 4

Description:
  • Concrete slab
  • Mineral wool – adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Maite base coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • Maite Base Coat – 10mm white
  • Dash finish – 6 to 8mm

Option 5

Description:
  • 2 x layers Gyproc plasterboard
  • Metal framing
  • Cement board
  •  SikaMembran®
  • Mineral wool – mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat 5 to 6mm – 3mm mesh inbetween the two layers
  • Revlane + Siloxane

Option 6

Description:
  • 2 x layers Gyproc plasterboard
  • Metal framing
  • Cement board
  • SikaMembran®
  • Mineral wool – mechanically fixed
  • Maite Base Coat 5 to 6mm – 3mm mesh inbetween the two layers
  • 5mm Prolifix adhesive across whole surface
  • Brick facings

Phenolic System Build-Up

Option 1

Description:
  • Blockwork
  • Phenolic K5 (Pink) board – adhered and mechanically fixed
  • Parex Microgobetis 3000
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • Revlane + Siloxane finish 1mm/1.6mm

Insulated Concrete Form Build-Ups

Option 1

Description:
  • Insulated system
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • Primer
  • Revlane + Siloxane finish 1mm/1.6mm

Option 2

Description:
  • Insulated system
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • EHI GM/GF top coat –  off-white 6mm

Option 3

Description:
  • Insulated system
  • Maite Base Coat – two layers 2 x 3mm mesh in between the two layers
  • 5mm Prolifix adhesive across whole surface
  • Brick facings slip finish