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WGI Westman Group Inc.

PLATON®
Product Guide
Rugged, dimpled high-density
polyethylene (HDPE) membrane that
keeps foundation and flooring dry.
Platon is a rugged, dimpled high-density polyethylene (HDPE) membrane that TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

keeps foundations and flooring dry. Platon creates an impermeable vapour barrier • Foundation waterproofing
and air gap, allowing concrete to breathe while controlling moisture. It has been • Flooring underlayment
used on foundations since the early 1990s, with no product-related leaks.

Platon keeps wet soil away from the foundation wall. Any moisture that may find its
way past the membrane is carried to the foundation drain by the air gap drainage
path. Platon is commonly used to waterproof block walls, poured concrete walls,
permanent wood, existing foundations and Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF).

Platon also isolates flooring from cold, damp concrete. When used beneath a
wooden sub-floor and over concrete in a basement, it makes floors comfortable,
odour free, healthy and dry.

Advanced Technology Performance

Creates an impermeable vapour barrier Solves problems associated with
and air gap, allowing concrete to basement leakage and interior
breathe while controlling moisture moisture control

Easy Installation
No specialized training or equipment
required, can be installed year-round

PLATON INSTALLATION - FOUNDATION WALLS

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SPECIFICATIONS

Roll Size
m m² ft ft²
3.05 x 20 60 10' x 65'6" 650
2.44 x 20 48 8' x 65'6" 525
2.21 x 20 44 7'3" x 65'6" 476
2.07 x 20 42 6'9-1/2" x 65'6" 445
1.98 x 20 40 6'6" x 65'6" 426
1.83 x 20 36 6' x 65'6" 394
1.65 x 20 34 5'5" x 65'6" 355
1.13 x 15.2 16.7 44-1/2" x 50' 185

PLATON HDPE MEMBRANE - 6MM (1/4") DIMPLES

Platon Components

Platon Membrane Rolls are 20m (65'6") long

3.05m, 2.44m, 2.21m, 2.07m, 1.98m, 1.83m, 1.65m, 1.13m x 15.2m
Heights
10', 8', 7'3", 6'9-1/2", 6'6", 6', 5'5", 44-1/2" x 50'
• 24mil in the flat sections
Minimum Sheet Thickness
• 21mil in the dimples
Dimple Height 6mm (1/4")

Platon Speedclip Fastener engages 4 dimples and presses the smooth tab against the wall

Platon Moulding Used to seal open edges of the membrane to prevent soil ingress

Platon Plugs Fit into the dimple to provide pull-through resistance for concrete nails (or screws on ICFs)

Characteristics

Working Temperature -50°C to 80°C (-58°F to 176ºF)

Softening Temperature 125°C (257°F)

Thermal Resistance R .68

Water Vapor Permeability 0.05 Perms

Air Volume/Dimple Side 4.0l/m² (1gal/yd²)

UV Stabilization Minimum 2% carbon black content

Toxicity None

Recycled Plastic Content + 85%

• Canada - CCMC 12266R, CCMC 12878R, BMEC 91-6-154
Approvals
• USA – ICC-ES Report ESR-2767

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FOUNDATION WRAP
Platon is a tough, waterproof membrane that wraps around foundation
to keep wet soil away from the wall.
WALL

ADVANTAGES AT A GLANCE WATER

Double leakage protection Environmentally responsible

Holds wet soil away from the wall and Platon is made of high-density
provides drainage as needed polyethylene of approximately 85%
recycled content, with no by-products
Bridges foundation cracks to contaminate the soil or air
MOISTURE

Permanently bridges foundation cracks,

even if walls shift, crack or settle
Guaranteed performance
30-year product warranty when used as
Versatile a foundation wrap AIR
GAP
Works on block walls, poured concrete
walls, permanent wood, ICFs and
existing foundations

Fast and easy installation

DRAIN
Patented Speedclip fastens to all types
UNDERSLAB
of foundations in any kind of weather OPTION

PLATON FOUNDATION WRAP

HOW PLATON WORKS FOR YOUR FOUNDATION
The dimples create an air gap that holds the membrane and wet soil away from
the foundation wall. Unlike conventional tar and spray waterproofing methods,
any water that finds its way past the membrane flows through the air gap to
the footing drain. WALL
As an added benefit, wall moisture condenses on the back of the Platon and flows
WATER
to the footing drain. This dries the foundation in a way that no other technology
can match. Because Platon does not adhere to the wall, walls can shift, crack and
settle over the years without affecting Platon’s remarkable performance.

MOISTURE

AIR
GAP

DRAIN

PLATON INSTALLATION - FOUNDATION WALLS PLATON WRAP ON INSULATED WALLS

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INSTALLATION NOTE:
Platon Foundation Drainage must
1. Break off all ties and projections on the wall and clear stone and debris from be used in conjunction with a
the footing. Seal tie rod holes with mastic. ICF walls do not need any surface foundation footing drain
preparation. Parge block walls.
• Clay soil requires additional Plugs
2. Chalk a line at finished grade around the foundation and run a generous in the fifth row of dimples (not
bead of caulking 25mm (1") below the line. required with Speedclips)

3. Working from left to right, unroll the membrane along the foundation,
dimples toward the wall, smooth tab at the top, following the chalk line. Keep
the smooth tab tight to the wall.
Platon must wrap the foundation from a point directly touching the top of the
footing up to finished grade or ground level. If the height of the roll permits,
Platon can be creased sharply at the foundation/footing joint and brought out
over the footing.

4. Fasten with Speedclips 30cm (12") apart along the top of the membrane.
The Speedclip dimples mesh with the top two rows of Platon dimples and the
offset presses the smooth tab tight to the wall. Nail (or screw on ICFs) through
the small center hole between dimples.
Alternatively, fasten with Platon Plugs and nails in the second and third row of
dimples, spaced 20cm to 30cm (8" to 12") apart. Secure the smooth tab with
Platon Moulding strips along the top of the tab.

Platon Membrane Platon Moulding

• One roll for every 19m • 198cm (72") lengths
(62') of foundation (allows • Typically 5 pieces per job
for joint overlap) • 10 lengths per roll of Platon
• Membrane can be if using Plugs
overlapped horizontally
by 15cm (6") for deep
foundations

Caulking Fastening Tool

• Minimum 2 tubes per roll • Use a nail gun for block
• For concrete or wood and cured concrete
foundations, use butyl • For ICF and PWF, use a
rubber or asphalt-based cordless drill/screwdriver
roof cement
• For insulated concrete
forms (ICF), use foam
panel adhesive
• Do not use silicone, latex
or polyurethane Fasteners
• For concrete, use 32mm (1-1/4")
Platon Speedclips concrete nails
• For ICF and PWF, use 41mm
and/or Plugs
(1-5/8") corrosion-resistant
• 65 Speedclips per roll of
deck screws
membrane, or 1 bag of
• Speedclips – 1 per clip
Platon plugs per 3 rolls
• Moulding – 10 per piece
of membrane

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SUBFLOOR ADVANTAGES AT A GLANCE
Platon can transform a cold, damp room into a dry, warm and comfortable living Dampness Protection
space. It’s a unique underlay solution that protects laminates, hardwood floors
Lifelong protection against dampness
and carpets from moisture, and adds comfort underfoot.
rising through concrete floors
Virtually all basements have moisture problems. That’s because the moisture
is continually released through the concrete beneath the floor covering. Platon
Healthy, Dry Air
creates a moisture proof barrier and air gap between the floor and concrete,
protecting the floor covering while allowing the concrete to breathe and the Prevents musty odours, mould and
moisture to vent. mildew from entering living spaces

As a result, the finished floor stays dry and warm, without build-up of mould,
mildew or odours that affect the floor covering’s lifespan and indoor air quality. Comfortable
Provides a thermal break so basement
feels like it’s above grade

Fast and Easy Installation

Special training or equipment
is not required

Versatile
Platon works with just about any
floor covering—carpet, laminate,
hardwood or vinyl

You can even use it in conjunction

with floor heating systems

PLATON FLOORING

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INSTALLATION NOTE:
Installation instructions are to be used
In homes, laminate flooring and its underpad can by placed directly over
a guide only
Platon as a floating floor. For other floor finishes, plywood or OSB sheets
(11mm or 7/16" minimum thickness) are laid as a subfloor over the Platon and • No recommendations to be
fastened to the concrete floor with concrete screws or masonry nails. interpreted as superseding or
replacing any installation
1. Remove existing floor covering. Ensure the concrete is clear of debris. Level recommendations of the flooring
low areas with floor leveling compound if required.
manufacturer
• No warranty on the performance of
2. Roll out the first strip of Platon, dimples facing down, flat tab away from the wall,
the floor covering is given or implied
and cut to length. Cut off the flat tab. Reverse-roll the Platon if it curls excessively.

3. Unroll the next section with the flat tab overlapping the first section and cut
to length. Apply butyl rubber caulk or foam panel adhesive between the flat
tab and adjacent section or use “house-wrap” tape to seal the overlap. At end
of roll joints, mesh four rows of dimples, caulk and tape.

4. Cover the Platon with plywood or OSB sheets (minimum 7/16"). Fasten
through the subfloor and Platon 25mm (1") into the concrete where there is
vertical movement. The 122cm (4') joints between adjacent 122cm x 244cm (4' x
8') sheets should be staggered. Leave 6mm (1/4") clearance around the perimeter
of the subfloor to allow for expansion. Non-load-bearing walls may now be
framed on the subfloor.

FLOOR COVERING
Follow the floor manufacturer’s installation recommendations.
Additional instructions specific to Platon are as follows:

Laminate Flooring Hardwood

Laminate flooring and its underpad If the flooring is to be nailed down, use
may be installed directly over 19mm (3/4") OSB and short nails, or two
Platon. The concrete must be level. layers of subflooring (totaling 25mm [1"]
Landscape fabric may be placed or more) to avoid puncturing the Platon.
on the concrete to improve sound
characteristics or if the concrete is Vinyl floor
slightly uneven. For commercial use Glue and staple 6mm (1/4") underlay
and point loads exceeding 800lbs/in², (as recommended by the flooring
the laminate should be installed over manufacturer) over the secured
a secured subfloor. subfloor. Stagger the joints between
the underlay and the subfloor.
Carpet
Install over a minimum of 11mm (7/16")
secured subfloor.

PLATON SUBFLOORING

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