What are Self Adhesive VCLs?

What are Self-Adhesive VCLs?

It is important to have a high-performance self-adhesive VCL, as this can help to ensure a built-up roofing system will last longer and be more efficient. More details on why self-adhesive VCLs are important for roofing systems can be found in this article.

To protect a roof against dampness, a self-adhesive VCL roofing membrane should be utilised. VCLs are sometimes referred to as vapour control layers, or vapour barriers and they are a key part of a roofing system, helping prevent condensation, which would otherwise result in the roof’s structure being severely damaged. There is no need to include other adhesives in the roofing system, as self-adhesive vapour control layers are durable enough.

What are some benefits of VCLs?

To prevent condensation and moisture getting into the roofing system, self-adhesive VCLs are utilised ensuring that mould does not ruin the roofing structure. As mould can be harmful to health, it’s important to prevent this from occurring.

It is a convenient and quick process when it comes to installing VCLs, as they do not require glueing or welding and the application is considered safe, as flames are not necessary.

They can save money on energy bills as they help to ensure the roofing insulation remains efficient.

We stock a high-performance self-adhesive VCL at Wonderbuilds.

Wonderbuilds Self-Adhesive VCL is versatile as it can be used on various substrates when used with the Wonderbuilds Self-Adhesive Primer. Other membranes, such as GRP Systems, Liquid Coatings, EPDM, and Single Ply can also be used with Wonderbuilds Self-Adhesive VCL. It is especially useful for buildings that tend to have high moisture levels, such as leisure centres.

We provide a range of flat roofing systems that include this product.

For example, our 25-year warranty flat roofing system, which is safe to torch:

Wonderbuilds Premium 5KG Capsheet
Wonderbuilds Part-Bonded Torch-on Underlay
Wonderbuilds Bitumen Faced PIR Insulation
Wonderbuilds PU Insulation Adhesive
Wonderbuilds VB600 Self-Adhesive VCL
Wonderbuilds SA Primer

We also provide a LiquidGuard Fully Insulated Flat Roofing System, featuring our self-adhesive vapour control layer. This system also has 25 years warranty:

Wonderbuilds LiquidGuard
Wonderbuilds Reinforcement Fleece
Wonderbuilds LiquidGuard
Wonderbuilds VB600 Self-Adhesive VCL
Wonderbuilds SA Primer
Wonderbuilds Tissue Faced PIR Insulation
Wonderbuilds PU Insulation Adhesive
Wonderbuilds VB600 Self-Adhesive VCL
Wonderbuilds SA Primer

Why choose Wonderbuilds to stock up on self-adhesive VCL?

Minimum order quantity is one pallet
We provide direct to site deliveries
Specification support can be provided
Free of charge rolls to sample can sometimes be arranged

In conclusion, self-adhesive vapour control layers are essential to protect against condensation and moisture infiltration in built-up roofing systems. They are especially useful for buildings that are more likely to develop mould.