Membranes and Underlayments

PROFLEX® HYDRA-STOP is a one component moisture vapor barrier product formulated to be applied to damp or new concrete, as little as 48 hours old with a moisture vapor emission rate (MVER) less than or equal to 25 lbs. per 1,000 ft2per 24 hours (0.12 kg/m2 per 24 hours) or a maximum relative humidity of 100%. It is also designed to reduce the MVER from 25 lbs. to 3 lbs. per 1,000 ft2 per 24 hours (0.015 kg/m2 per 24 hours). HYDRA-STOP is colored green for visual assurance of coverage during the application process. Two coats are required to fully seal the substrate; and it quickly dries in as soon as 3-4 hours. Once dry, this product doesn’t require a primer before the application of PROFLEX® surface preparation products. HYDRA-STOP is a moisture vapor barrier for the installation of floor coverings, tile and stone. Ideal for use with other PROFLEX® adhesives, patch, underlayment, leveler and mortar products.

A high performance, one component product for leveling and smoothing concrete, ceramic and quarry tile, terrazzo, wood, and cut-back adhesives prior to the installation of finished flooring like VCT, continuous vinyl flooring, or other standard flooring products. Mixes easily with water to produce a skim coat that is easy to apply from a feather-edge up to 1/2”. Does not require priming, and cures for flooring installation in as little as 30 minutes, depending on thickness and drying conditions.

PSP is a polymer modified product that is capable of being used as a skim coat or patch by simply adjusting the liquid to powder mix ratio. PSP is an “All Purpose” material for the installer who requires product consolidation without giving up quality and performance. Also is designed to give maximum pot life, and regains workability by simply remixing without additional water.

A portland cement-based, polymer-modified, fiber-reinforced, rapid-setting, one component, structural repair and leveling mortar. Suitable for interior and exterior restoration of deteriorated concrete elements and slabs. It may be placed into forms or used in horizontal applications. May be used as an exposed industrial wear surface or as an underlayment for resilient, carpet, laminate, ceramic tile, and wood flooring.

A cement based self-leveling underlayment providing a smooth and flat concrete surface. Installs quickly and can be delivered via pump or pouring methods. Mixes with water and is a rapid setting formulation. Foot traffic ready in as little as 4-6 hours. No troweling or grinding. Self– healing during flowing and working time. Reduced weight with superior strength. For applications up to 1 1/2”.

A self leveling compound of Calcium–Aluminate cement, sand, and proprietary chemicals used to smooth and finish rough interior concrete or wood floors where a fast set is desired within hours. May be applied up to 11⁄2” in a single application. Mixes with water, initial set 3-5 hours, self–healing during flowing and working time, light weight and superior strength.

PROFLEX® USL is a high performance, fast setting, multi-purpose, polymer-modified Portland cement-based self-leveling underlayment approved to be used over PROFLEX® Peel & Stick Membranes and PROFLEX® RCU Membranes. PROFLEX® USL may be placed from ⅛" to ½" when going over PROFLEX® underlayments, or ⅛" to 5"( with the addition of 3/8" clean, washed pea stone)  when used as a standalone self-leveling underlayment. USL can also be used as an exposed wearing surface for interior applications only and can be polished to achieve the desired appearance.

A self leveling compound of Calcium–Aluminate cement, sand, and proprietary chemicals used to smooth and finish rough interior concrete or wood floors where a fast set is desired within hours. May be applied up to 11⁄2" in a single application. Mixes with water, initial set 3-5 hours, self–healing during flowing and working time, light weight and superior strength.

Liberty Level is an advanced self-leveling underlayment designed for fast-track applications. This high-flow, calcium aluminate-based formula creates a smooth surface for finished floor coverings

PROFLEX® SP1 Multipurpose Sealer / Primer is a pure acrylic based, solvent free product with multiple uses. SP1 may be used as a bonding agent with other Proflex surface preparation products, modified mortars, adhesive, and membranes when adhering to difficult substrates such as gypsum based concrete, epoxy coatings, VCT, non-cushioned sheet vinyl, glazed tile, terrazzo, glass, and metal. SP1 can also be used to prime metal and resin backed tile to allow for modified mortar installation. *SP1 can also be used to encapsulates old adhesive residue, (including cut-back asphalt adhesive).

PROFLEX® GP1® is specially formulated primer for use with PROFLEX® elastomeric membranes over Gypcrete® substrates. GP1 is suitable for interior and exterior conditions. Depending on application type and substrate porosity, the primer will dry to use in 20 – 45 minutes.

PROFLEX® PR11 primer is a necessary companion product to be used with the PROFLEX® series of elastomeric membranes. PR11 primer is designed to condition and prepare a substrate for the application of PROFLEX® membranes.

PROFLEX® PR-Series of primers are necessary companion products to be used with the PROFLEX® series of elastomeric membranes. PR27 is a solvent based product designed specifically for exterior applications where conditions of higher relative humidity (RH) exists.

DPU Primer is a necessary companion product to PROFLEX® DPU. All surfaces must be primed with PROFLEX® DPU Primer prior to installing PROFLEX® DPU. The primer must be dry to the touch before applying PROFLEX® DPU. Allow the primer to dry for a minimum of 3 hours and a maximum of 48 hours. The primer dilution or modification will depend on the nature of the substrate.

SLU Primer is a necessary companion product to PROFLEX® SLU. All surfaces must be primed with PROFLEX® SLU Primer prior to installing PROFLEX® SLU. The primer must be dry to the touch before applying PROFLEX® SLU. Allow the primer to dry for a minimum of 3 hours and a maximum of 48 hours. The primer dilution or modification will depend on the nature of the substrate.

PROFLEX® SUPER GRIP bonding primer is a ready-to-use, low-VOC, polymer emulsion primer designed to enhance the bond of tile mortars and other adhesives to difficult substrates. Formulated with advanced bonding resins and fine aggregate, SUPER GRIP improves mechanical grip and chemical adhesion on a wide range of surfaces including smooth concrete, existing tile, gypsum, well bonded painted surfaces, and non-porous substrates. It reduces substrate porosity to help achieve a uniform application of setting materials.

PROFLEX® PR29NF primer is a  non-flammable, tacky, specialized emulsion-polymer product designed specifically for Interior and Exterior applications.  Primer will dry to use in 20 – 45 minutes, depending on application type and substrate porosity.

PROFLEX LIBERTY PRIMER is a premium multi-functional acrylic emulsion primer for use with PROFLEX brand self-leveling underlayments, patches, and setting mortars. Enhances and enable the bonding of other PROFLEX brand surface preparation products and polymer-modified mortars to difficult substrates such as metal, glazed ceramic tile, gypsum-based underlayments and concrete treated with certain well bonded silicate or acrylic resin curing compounds and well bonded epoxy coatings. Use to prime resin and metal backings on natural stone and install with polymer-modified mortar instead of epoxy mortar. For peel and stick tile installation, primer can be used on dry, porous concrete, gypsum cement underlayments and plywood. Use to enhance and promote bond over cold-rolled steel substrates.

PROFLEX® UCM is designed specifically for ceramic tile and dimension stone installations serving as an uncoupling layer and vapor management layer that accommodates moisture from beneath the tile covering. UCM can be used as a shower pan, exterior drainage mat and waterproofing mat.  An added bonus to UCM is it's sound deadening characteristics not normally found in uncoupling waterproofing mats.

PROFLEX® Hydra-Lock is a thin, load bearing membrane composed of a modified elastomeric copolymer. With excellent elongation properties and high strength, Hydra-Lock provides a 100% waterproof membrane coating while limiting the transfer of substrate cracks to the finished overlay. The membrane is installed in a liquid state and can be applied to practically any form or irregular shape (i.e. base flashings, parapets, walls, etc.).

PROFLEX® HYDRA-MAX™ is an innovative 2-component system, fast-curing, hybrid resin liquid-applied waterproofing coating designed for ceramic tile and dimensioned stone for concrete, cementitious surfaces, wet areas that include showers, pools, spas, fountains and decks. The hybrid resin polymer formulation incorporates high-grade fillers and waterproofing agents resulting in a semi-textured surface that promotes strong tile mortar adhesion to the cured waterproofing layer. PROFLEX® HYDRA-MAX™ exhibits remarkable adhesion properties across diverse substrates, making it well-suited for application on damp and wet surfaces.

PROFLEX® Hydra-Board is a lightweight, cementitious-coated extruded foam backer board with 100% waterproof surface.  PROFLEX® Hydra-Board consists of high-density, polystyrene foam composite, strengthened on both sides with specialized fiberglass reinforced polymer-infused cementitious surface layers. These outer layers allow direct tile and stone bonding mortars to adhere to the surface while having a waterproof barrier underneath. The PROFLEX® Hydra-Board is a strong and light board that is perfect for floors, walls, and ceilings. Use as an interior substrate for ceramic tile, stone, slate, and thin-brick veneers in dry, damp, or wet areas. Reduce installation time, labor effort, and save money with this easy-to-cut, backerboard which is much lighter than gypsum or cement boards.

PROFLEX® Hydra-Weld™ is a ready to use, single component waterproofing, sealing and bonding compound. The high-performance waterproofing sealant is composed of a high-grade, modified silane (MS) polymer. Hydra-Weld™ creates an elastomeric, strong bond, with full UV and weather resistant properties. Use it as a sealant, bonder or joint-filling compound. Hydra-Weld™ is easily applied without unpleasant odors or smell. The elastomeric sealant is free of solvents, provides a tenacious bond to most materials, including stone, concrete, cementitious surfaces, metal, glass, wood and many construction materials. Hydra-Weld™ can be painted and will accept most alkyd resins type paints. Hydra-Weld™ is suitable for exterior use and interior/indoor use under California Specification 01350, VOC requirements.

PRO-STICK 25 is an non-modified thin-set mortar intended for the installation of pavers, ceramic and quarry tile when mixed with water. PRO-STICK is also intended for the installation of ceramic and porcelain tile, quarry tile, pavers, and most types of marble, granite and natural stone when mixed with PROFLEX® Liquid Latex. PRO-STICK 25 may be used in vertical and horizontal installations in interior and exterior applications. PRO-STICK 25 will meet and exceed ANSI A118.1 when mixed with water.

PROFLEX® U-SET is a non-modified thin-set mortar intended for the installation uncoupling membranes with ceramic tile, natural stone, and porcelain tile and quarry tile. PROFLEX® U-SET may be used in vertical and horizontal installations in interior and exterior applications. PROFLEX® U-SET will meet and exceed ANSI A118.1. PROFLEX® U-SET provides a more thorough cure and tile-setting bond.

PROFLEX®  PRO-STICK 40 LHT is a (ANSI 118.11) latex modified, large heavy tile mortar composed of sand, cement, and resins used to adhere a variety of tile surfaces, natural stone, marble, and granite, to approved substrates. Specially formulated to hold large format tiles and stone surfaces in place on vertical surfaces, and reduces unevenness caused by setting tile on horizontal surfaces. PRO-STICK 40 LHT is applied in thickness from 3/16 to 3/4 inches to adhere marble, granite, and tile, to plaster, drywall, concrete, and masonry surfaces. Designed to set tiles vertically of up to 5 lbs. per sq. ft. (Larger sized units must be field tested to determine suitability).

PROFLEX® PRO-STICK 42 XLT is a one step polymer modified portland cement setting adhesive for installing extra large format porcelain, ceramic tile and natural stone on both walls and floors. PRO-STICK 42 XLT with its unique properties can be used as a thin or medium bed setting adhesive for installing large format, ceramic, porcelain and irregular thickness stone without the need of back buttering the tile. Pro-Stick 42XLT installations provide higher resistance to cracking up to 1/8" in-plane horizontal substrate movement.

PROFLEX® PRO-STICK 42 XLP is a unique polymer modified portland cement setting mortar for installing extra large porcelain, ceramic, ultra-thin stone floor tile. PROFLEX® PRO-STICK 42 XLP with it's exceptionalfluid properties is the ideal adhesive for installing standard to ultra-thin, extra large tile and stone over a variety of substrates including tile over tile applications..

PROFLEX'" SUPERSCREED is a fiber-reinforced Portland cement-based, polymer modified screed. The formula has specialized cement-fluidizers that allows a wetter mortar consistency for easier compaction and placement without compromising strength due to over-watering.

PROFLEX® Floor Mud is a portland cement-based mortar designed for thick setting beds under ceramic or quarry tiles. When mixed to a dry consistency, Floor Mud allows maximum compaction during tamping.

PROFLEX® Wall Mud is a pre-packaged portland cement-based plaster, containing hydrated lime, perlite and sand aggregate. It is used as a scratch and bond coat for ceramic installations.

PROFLEX® LIBERTY MAX is an advanced light-weight bonding mortar. It is a one-step polymer modified Portland cement setting adhesive for installing extra-large format porcelain, ceramic
tile and natural stone on both walls and floors. LIBERTY MAX with its unique light weight properties can be used for adhering large format, heavy tiles, ceramic, porcelain and irregular
thickness stone without the need of back buttering the tile. Liberty Max installations provide higher resistance to cracking up to 1/8" in-plane horizontal substrate movement.

PROFLEX® LIBERTY LHT (ANSI 118.11) is a polymer modified Large and Heavy Tile (LHT) and stone mortar composed of sand, cement, dry resins and other proprietary chemicals used to
adhere virtually all types of tile – especially large tile units, marble, and granite – to acceptable surfaces. LIBERTY LHT is ideal for use over all PROFLEX® membranes to ensure maximum
performance. LIBERTY LHT is specifically formulated to hold large units in place on vertical surfaces, and also reduces unevenness caused by settling of the tile when used on horizontal
surfaces.

PROFLEX® LIBERTY FLEX thinset mortar has superior performance and workability characteristics not found in regular thinset mortars, along with an extended open time. When mixed, it produces a creamy, easy to spread mortar specially developed for the professional tile setter. For commercial and residential use. For installation of: Ceramic tile, pavers, quarry tile, porcelain tile, clay bodied tile. For installation over: Tile backerboard, plumb and true masonry, properly cured and finished concrete, gypsum plaster, gypsum block or gypsum board (dry areas – walls only), cured Portland cement mortar, masonry surfaces.

PROFLEX® Liberty Bond thin set mortar has superior performance and workability characteristics not found in regular thin set mortars, along with an extended open time. When mixed, it produces a creamy, easy to spread mortar specially developed for the professional tile setter. For commercial and residential use.

PROFLEX® LIBERTY LITE is a premium light-weight large format (LHT) tile bond mortar. It is an easy trowel mortar latex modified, large heavy tile mortar composed of specialized light weight aggregates, sand, cement, and resins used to adhere a variety of tile surfaces, natural stone, marble, and granite, to approved substrates. Specially formulated to hold large format tiles and stone surfaces in place on vertical surfaces, and reduces unevenness caused by setting tile on horizontal surfaces. LIBERTY LITE is applied in thickness from 3/16 to 3/4 inches to adhere ceramic, porcelain, marble, granite, and tile, to plaster, drywall, concrete, and masonry surfaces. Designed to set tiles vertically of up to 5 lbs. per sq. ft. (Larger sized units must be field tested to determine suitability).

PROFLEX® Liberty LHT Extreme is a single-component, polymer modified Portland cement-based mortar formulated for setting large-format ceramic and stone tile securely in place. It is engineered to minimize lippage and shrinkage in both interior and exterior floor applications, with an embedded thickness range of 3/32″ to 1/2″ (2.4 mm–12 mm).

PROFLEX® ProBond Adhesive is a moisture cure urethane formulated for fast grab with excellent green strength to prevent boards from slipping in wet adhesive. It has extremely strong shear and tensile strength yet remains elastic and elongates to prevent breaking the bond to the subfloor under natural wood movement, making it the perfect adhesive to accommodate the exotic woods that expand and contract substantially with changes in humidity. The low slump formulation of ProBond allows trowel ridges to hold their form reducing hollow spots and costly repair time and expense. ProBond is suitable for installing all types and brands of hardwood flooring designated as “glue-down" by the wood manufacturer. ProBond is low in odor and VOC compliant.

PROFLEX® PS-82 is a latex-base economy grade floor covering adhesive developed for the installation of many types of carpets and sheet goods designed for direct glue down, excluding those with vinyl backings.  PROFLEX® PS-82 is freeze-thaw stable, easy to spread, and has ample open time, with strong wet tack and a permanent water resistant bond. PROFLEX® PS-82 may be used over association grade particle board, plywood and porous concrete (above, on and below grade) in the absence of excessive moisture, alkali and hydrostatic pressure.

PROFLEX® PS-85 has the flexibility to adapt to its environment. Designed to be used for direct glue-down as well as double-stick applications, PROFLEX® PS-85 is the ultimate choice for your project. PROFLEX® PS-85 boasts quick upfront grab that will ensure even your patterned carpet installations hold perfectly in place.

PROFLEX® Cove Base Adhesive (CBA) is a premium solvent free adhesive with fast, aggressive wet suction to grip rubber and vinyl wall base, including carpet base. PROFLEX® CBA can be used over most interior wall surfaces with the exception of vinyl wall covering and other similar non-porous surfaces that prevent the curing of any latex-based adhesive.

PROFLEX® CBA is LEED compliant and is also compliant with South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1168.

PROFLEX® CBA qualifies for the Carpet & Rug Institute's Green Label Plus Program. This is a third party certification with the most stringent VOC regulations in the country. 

PROFLEX® RCA Adhesive is a moisture cure urethane formulated for fast grab with excellent green strength. PROFLEX® RCA Adhesive is excellent for PROFLEX® RCU Underlayments, PROFLEX® Sports Flooring, rubber tiles, rubber stair treads & nosings and recycled rubber flooring.

PROFLEX®  UAR is a superior, highly refined solvent formulation designed for cleaning up uncured urethane adhesives from prefinished wood flooring and other surfaces.

PROFLEX® SUPER SIM-90 is a 90 mil composite sound control underlayment consisting of a rubberized membrane laminated to a high strength reinforcing fabric on the face and a release sheet on the adhesive side. SS-90 achieved a 50 IIC, 52 STC on a 6" concrete slab with no acoustic ceiling. PROFLEX® SUPER SIM-90 is specially designed to be used under approved thinsets, mortars, and adhesives for interior and exterior applications of ceramic tile, stone, and brick, and for interior applications of wood flooring to eliminate the transmission of cracks and sound. Other applications also may be suitable. Contact Technical Support for further information. To eliminate cracks in finished floor work, the product should be applied to the entire substrate prior to the installation of the finished flooring.

PROFLEX® MAXXIM SIM-90 is a 90 mil composite underlayment consisting of a rubberized membrane laminated to a high strength reinforcing fabric on the face and a release sheet on the adhesive side. PROFLEX® MAXXIM SIM-90 can be used for sound control, crack isolation, and waterproofing. PROFLEX® MAXXIM SIM-90 is specially designed to be used under approved thinsets, mortars, and adhesives for interior and exterior applications of ceramic tile, stone, and brick, and for interior applications of wood flooring to eliminate the transmission of cracks and sound. Other applications also may be suitable. Contact Technical Support for further information. To eliminate cracks in finished floor work, the product should be applied to the entire substrate prior to the installation of the finished flooring.

PROFLEX® MSC is a 90 mil composite underlayment consisting of a rubberized membrane laminated to a high strength reinforcing fabric on the face and a release sheet on the adhesive side. PROFLEX® MSC is specially designed to be used under approved thinsets, mortars, and adhesives for interior and exterior applications of ceramic tile, stone, and brick, and for interior applications of wood flooring to eliminate the transmission of cracks and sound. Other applications also may be suitable. Contact Technical Support for further information. To eliminate cracks in finished floor work, the product should be applied to the entire substrate prior to the installation of the finished flooring.

PROFLEX® RCU-100 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combination of natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible with a variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). RCU-200 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® RCU-200 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combination of natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible with a variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). RCU-200 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® RCU-250 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combination of natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible with a variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). RCU-250 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® RCU-400 membrane, when properly installed in accordance with the following installation guidelines, will provide years of protection for finish flooring installations. In addition to these instructions, installers shall also refer to the most current edition of the following publications: American National Standards Institute (ANSI) publications, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) Handbook for
Ceramic Tile Installations, The Marble Institute of America (MIA) Dimension Stone Design Manual, NWFA (National Wood Flooring Association). Manufacturer's instructions of selected setting materials, substrates, sub-floors, or other manufacturers being used in the total, or any part of, an installed flooring system with PROFLEX® consult your selected manufacturer of these above mentioned
components to ensure selected products are compatible with PROFLEX® RCU membrane.

PROFLEX® RCU-500 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combination of natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible with a variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). RCU-500 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® SRU-2 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combinationof natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible witha variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). SRU-100 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® SRU-5 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combinationof natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible witha variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). SRU-5 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® SRU-6 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combinationof natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible witha variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). SRU-6 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® SRU-10 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combination of natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible with a variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). SRU-10 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® SRU-12 is an advanced composite sound control underlayment utilizing a combination of natural and engineered products to achieve superior IIC (Impact Insulation Class) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) sound reduction ratings. The product is also easy to install using a direct bond method, and is compatible with a variety of substrates and adhesives (see installation instructions for specific information). SRU-12 is suitable for use in both tile and wood installations.

PROFLEX® dB Series is the ultimate choice in sound control carpet cushion.  dB Series products can be used in businesses and homes. By selecting our premium sound control underlayment, you are selecting a product that is elegant, durable, 100% recyclable, and contributes to LEED.  All dB Series products are CRI Green Label Certified for low VOC's.

PROFLEX® LV-100 is a technologically advanced .8 mm underlayment and acoustical barrier for successful installations of resilient flooring. PROFLEX® LV-100 offers superior sound deadening characteristics and is eligible for PROFLEX® lifetime warranty when utilized in conjunction with approved PROFLEX® adhesives in ‘double-stick’ applications.

PROFLEX® PIB (Perimeter Isolation Barrier) is a low density polyethylene foam product. The product serves as a means to assist the installer in maintaining a 1/4” perimeter isolation space along the perimeter of a flooring installation where a change of plane occurs. (Floor to Wall). PROFLEX® PIB is a companion product for use with PROFLEX® elastomeric membranes and underlayments. PROFLEX® PIB is used to maximize sound isolation and create a soft joint around the perimeter of wear layer installation. PROFLEX® PIB is placed along the wall surface where the flooring installation meets. The PIB may be affixed to the wall using staples or by using a double sided stick tape.