Description
Extra Heavy Duty Damp Proof Membrane (DPM) – 2000 Gauge / 500 Micron – 4m x 12.5m – 50m²
Protect floors, concrete slabs and building structures against rising damp, ground moisture and water ingress with this Extra Heavy Duty 2000 Gauge Damp Proof Membrane (DPM).
Manufactured from extremely robust 500 micron / 2000 gauge polythene, this heavy duty waterproof membrane provides a substantial moisture barrier for use beneath concrete floors, screeds, slabs and other building structures where increased strength and durability are required.
Supplied in a 4m x 12.5m roll, each membrane provides approximately 50m² of coverage before allowing for overlaps, making it an excellent choice for domestic, commercial and trade construction projects.
Extra Heavy Duty 2000 Gauge DPM
At 2000 gauge / 500 micron / 0.5mm thick, this is an exceptionally substantial damp proof membrane designed for demanding construction applications.
Its 500 micron construction is twice the thickness of a 250 micron DPM, providing increased durability for projects where a standard or lighter membrane may not provide the required level of robustness.
For customers searching for 2000 gauge DPM, 500 micron damp proof membrane, extra heavy duty DPM or 0.5mm damp proof membrane, this product provides a strong professional-grade solution.
Product Details
- Product type: Extra Heavy Duty Damp Proof Membrane (DPM)
- Roll size: 4m x 12.5m
- Approximate coverage: 50m² before overlaps
- Thickness: 2000 Gauge
- Micron thickness: 500 Micron / 500mu
- Thickness in millimetres: Approximately 0.5mm
- Material: Heavy duty polythene
- Certification: BBA Certified
- CE marked
- Standard: EN 14909:2012 Type A
- Watertightness: Greater than 2kPa
- Low-temperature resistance: Down to approximately -25°C
- Fire classification: Class F
- Extra heavy duty construction
- Durable and flexible
- Easy to install
- Non-hazardous
- Suitable for floors, slabs and general building applications
Helps Protect Against Rising Damp
Moisture from the ground can travel upwards through porous construction materials if a suitable barrier is not installed.
A correctly fitted Damp Proof Membrane creates a continuous waterproof layer between the ground and floor construction, helping prevent water and moisture reaching the building above.
This can help reduce the risk of:
- Rising damp
- Ground moisture
- Damp concrete floors
- Moisture penetration
- Mould growth
- Fungal growth
- Damp insulation
- Damage to flooring
- Moisture-related deterioration of building materials
500 Micron / 0.5mm Heavy Duty Construction
One of the main advantages of this membrane is its substantial 500 micron thickness.
For comparison:
2000 Gauge = 500 Micron = approximately 0.5mm
This makes the membrane twice as thick as a standard 1000 gauge / 250 micron DPM.
The increased thickness provides a much more substantial sheet for projects where durability and resistance to accidental damage are particularly important.
4m x 12.5m Roll
Each roll measures 4 metres wide by 12.5 metres long, providing approximately 50 square metres of material before allowing for overlaps and detailing.
The generous 4m width helps reduce the number of individual joints required across many floor areas.
This makes it particularly useful for:
- House extensions
- Garages
- Workshops
- New-build floors
- Commercial units
- Concrete slabs
- Garden rooms
- Larger building projects
Approximately 50m² Coverage
Each roll provides approximately 50m² of membrane before overlaps.
When calculating the quantity required, remember to allow additional material for:
- Sheet overlaps
- Perimeter upstands
- Wall junctions
- Columns
- Service penetrations
- Corners
- Cutting and wastage
Actual usable coverage will therefore be slightly lower than 50m² depending on the shape and complexity of the project.
BBA Certified Damp Proof Membrane
This Extra Heavy Duty DPM is BBA Certified, providing additional reassurance for builders, contractors and professional specifiers requiring an independently assessed building membrane.
BBA certification can be particularly important on projects where product performance, specification and compliance need to be clearly documented.
The membrane is also CE marked for appropriate construction applications.
CE Marked to EN 14909:2012 Type A
This DPM is specified as CE Certified No. 1454 to EN 14909:2012 Type A.
This provides further reassurance that the membrane has been manufactured and tested for its intended damp-proofing application.
For trade buyers and specifiers searching specifically for a certified damp proof membrane, this is a valuable product feature.
Watertight at Greater Than 2kPa
The membrane has a specified watertightness greater than 2kPa, helping provide dependable protection against moisture penetration when installed correctly.
For the DPM to work effectively, it is essential to maintain a continuous waterproof barrier across the complete floor area.
Joints, corners and penetrations should therefore be carefully detailed and sealed.
Suitable Beneath Concrete Floors & Slabs
One of the primary applications for this Extra Heavy Duty DPM is beneath concrete floors and ground-bearing slabs.
The membrane can form an important moisture barrier within floor constructions incorporating:
- Concrete slabs
- Screeds
- Floor insulation
- Reinforcement
- Finished flooring
Correct positioning should always follow the relevant floor specification and building requirements.
Ideal for Demanding Building Projects
The substantial 500 micron construction makes this DPM particularly suitable for projects where a stronger membrane is preferred over lighter standard DPM.
Typical applications include:
- Concrete ground floors
- Heavy duty floor slabs
- House extensions
- Garage floors
- Workshops
- Commercial buildings
- Garden rooms
- Outbuildings
- New-build projects
- Property refurbishment
- General construction work
Durable Polythene Construction
The membrane is manufactured from tough polythene, providing a combination of waterproofing, flexibility and durability.
Despite its extra heavy duty thickness, it can still be formed around building details such as:
- Floor edges
- Corners
- Columns
- Service pipes
- Wall junctions
- Foundations
This allows a continuous moisture barrier to be created across complex floor areas.
Improved Resistance to Accidental Damage
One of the main reasons for choosing a 500 micron DPM is the increased material thickness.
Construction sites can expose membranes to:
- Foot traffic
- Tools
- Rough substrates
- Building materials
- Reinforcement
- Subsequent construction work
The extra heavy duty construction provides a more substantial membrane for projects where additional robustness is desirable.
Care should still be taken to avoid puncturing or tearing the membrane during installation.
Low-Temperature Resistance to -25°C
This DPM is specified as resistant to low temperatures down to approximately -25°C.
This helps the material retain suitable performance during colder storage and construction conditions.
Helps Protect Floor Finishes
Moisture travelling through an inadequately protected concrete floor can cause problems with finished flooring.
Potentially affected materials can include:
- Timber flooring
- Laminate flooring
- Vinyl
- Carpet
- Floor adhesives
- Tiles
- Screeds
- Insulation
Installing an appropriate damp proof membrane helps protect the complete floor construction against moisture originating from the ground.
Helps Reduce Mould & Fungal Growth
Excess moisture can create conditions that encourage mould and fungal growth.
By helping prevent ground moisture entering the floor construction and internal environment, a correctly installed DPM contributes towards keeping building materials drier.
This helps protect both the building structure and subsequent internal finishes.
Extra Heavy Duty DPM Installation
Correct installation is essential for achieving effective moisture protection.
When installing:
- Ensure the substrate is correctly prepared
- Remove sharp stones, debris and objects that could damage the membrane
- Lay the DPM smoothly across the floor
- Allow the required overlap between adjoining sheets
- Seal joints using an appropriate DPM jointing system
- Carefully form the membrane around corners and penetrations
- Create the required perimeter upstands
- Avoid unnecessary punctures
- Repair any damaged areas before covering the membrane
- Connect the DPM correctly to the wall Damp Proof Course where required
- Protect the membrane during subsequent construction work
Always follow the relevant project specification and building requirements.
Connect the DPM to the Wall DPC
A floor Damp Proof Membrane (DPM) often needs to connect with the building’s Damp Proof Course (DPC).
Correctly linking these two damp-proofing systems helps create a continuous moisture barrier between the floor and surrounding walls.
This is particularly important around floor perimeters and wall junctions where gaps could potentially allow moisture to bypass the membrane.
DPM vs DPC – What’s the Difference?
Although both protect buildings against damp, DPM and DPC are different products.
A Damp Proof Membrane (DPM) is normally supplied as a large sheet and installed beneath floors, concrete slabs and screeds.
A Damp Proof Course (DPC) is typically supplied in narrower rolls and installed within brick or block walls.
Using both correctly can help create a continuous barrier against ground moisture throughout the building.
Additional Building Uses
The extra heavy duty polythene construction can also make this membrane useful for temporary protection during construction.
Potential additional applications can include:
- Shielding building facades
- Protecting windows
- Temporary weather protection
- Protecting building materials
- Heavy duty covering
- Construction-site protection
For specialist applications, always confirm that the product is suitable for the intended use.
Ideal for Trade & Professional Construction
The combination of 500 micron thickness, BBA certification and 50m² roll size makes this DPM particularly attractive to professional builders and contractors.
It is suitable for:
- Builders
- Groundworkers
- Flooring contractors
- Property developers
- Concrete contractors
- Renovation specialists
- General construction trades
Why Choose Extra Heavy Duty 2000 Gauge DPM?
- Extra Heavy Duty Damp Proof Membrane
- Substantial 2000 gauge thickness
- 500 micron / 0.5mm DPM
- Twice the thickness of 250 micron DPM
- 4m x 12.5m roll
- Approximately 50m² coverage before overlaps
- BBA Certified
- CE marked
- EN 14909:2012 Type A
- Watertight at greater than 2kPa
- Resistant to low temperatures down to -25°C
- Durable and flexible
- Helps protect against rising damp
- Helps prevent ground moisture entering floor structures
- Suitable beneath concrete floors and slabs
- Ideal for demanding building projects
- Helps reduce mould and fungal growth
- Suitable for domestic and commercial construction
- Non-hazardous
Choose Extra Heavy Duty Damp Proof Membrane 2000 Gauge / 500 Micron – 4m x 12.5m for a substantial, certified and dependable moisture barrier designed for concrete floors, slabs, extensions, garages and demanding construction projects.
