NobleSeal® TS and NobleSeal CIS Q. What is the difference between NobleSeal TS and NobleSeal CIS? A. TS was initially developed as a product for thin-set waterproofing. The sheet is a composite made from CPE with non-woven fiber laminated to both sides. There is a two-inch [2"] bare edge on the bottom of one side of the sheet and the top of the other side. This area of bare CPE membrane was is for joining [seaming] sheets together. TS is .030" thick and comes on rolls 5' X 100'. CIS was designed for crack isolation. It is also a composite and is made from CPE with polyester fiber laminated to both sides. However, CIS does not have a bare edge and fiber covers both sides of the membrane. CIS is also .030" thick and comes in 4 different widths [2', 3', 4' and 6']. All CIS rolls are 50' long. NobleSeal® SIS Q. Can SIS be installed under hardwood surfaces? A. Yes, as long as it is not penetrated, SIS can be installed under wood. Q. Can I use SIS or CIS as waterproofing membranes? A. Yes, all NobleSeal sheet membranes are made from CPE and are waterproof. Check our product bulletin for installation guidelines. Chloraloy® Q. Does Chloraloy need to be bonded to a substrate? A. No, the weight of the mortar bed will keep Chloraloy in place. Q. Can I use Chloraloy in a thin-set installation? A. No, Chloraloy is a sheet membrane made from Chlorinated Polyethylene [CPE]. Thin-set mortars will generally not bond Chloraloy. Q. I am waterproofing a shower receptor and using Chloraloy. What accessory products should I purchase? A. NobleSealant 150 to seam sheets, seal penetrations and the connection with a clamping ring drain. You should also get our Preformed outside [dam] corners. Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) vs. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Q. What is the difference between CPE and PVC? A. Chloraloy® is made from chlorinated polyethylene (CPE). Most other shower pan liners are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC). There are some important differences between the two polymers. For example, PVC must be plasticized in order to be flexible. Over time the plasticizers migrate out of the PVC leaving the membrane brittle and susceptible to cracking.  CPE is a naturally flexible elastomer and requires no plasticizers. CPE is also extremely durable and resistant to a broad range of temperatures and chemicals. CPE also has some benefits for installers. It will hold a crease so it can be folded and shaped outside the shower.    NobleSeal® sheet membranes are composites made from CPE with fiber laminated to both sides. Use of CPE allows Noble Company to guarantee that NobleSeal and Chloraloy membranes will not rot, crack or deteriorate for the life of the original tile installation.

 

Q: Is the any comparison between "uncoupling and crack isolation membranes"? A: In order to compare these systems we should examine the definitions. Uncoupling systems are defined in the 2003/04 Tile Council of America [TCA] Handbook as follows: "A system that separates the finished surface from the substrate to allow the independent movement between the two and prevent the transfer of stresses to the tiled surface". Based on that definition, almost any product that separates the two surfaces can be an uncoupling system [e.g. felt paper, carpet pad, duct tape]. Producers advertise that their systems protect tile, but no standards or performance requirements exist.

WHAT'S THE POINT. . . . Freeze Point Freeze Point is the temperature (oF) where the first ice crystals form. Flow Point Flow Point is the temperature (oF) where FireFighter will be slushy but still flow. Burst Point Burst Point is the temperature (oF) where FireFighter will actually freeze and expand, bursting the pipes.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS FireFighter® PG Ready to Use This material is a propylene glycol based antifreeze which is premixed to give +1oF freeze, -15oF flow, and -50oF burst protection. Available in 1, 5, and 55 gallon containers. FireFighter® PG Concentrate FFPG Concentrate is a propylene glycol based antifreeze which is designed to be diluted 50-50 with water to obtain the same protection as our Ready To Use Firefighter PG. Dilute according to charts provided. (Do not use NFPA 13 charts for dilution's). We provide a dilution chart on the label. Available in 5 and 55 gallon containers. NOTE: All FireFighter PG antifreezes are red in color and are designed for use in wet systems with all approved types of pipes except CPVC. FireFighter® GL Ready to Use FFGL Ready to Use is a glycerin based antifreeze which is premixed to give -15oF flow and -50oF burst protection. Available in 5 and 55 gallon containers. FireFighter® GL Concentrate FFGL Concentrate is a glycerin based antifreeze which is designed to be diluted according to charts provided or the charts in NFPA 13. Available in 5 and 55 gallon containers. NOTE: All FireFighter GL antifreezes are orange in color and designed for use in wet systems with CPVC pipe (Blazemaster™ resin).

TESTING Hydrometer A hydrometer is for testing the specific gravity of the fluid. It may be used for both propylene glycol and glycerin. Noble Company provides a chart which converts the specific gravity reading into freeze and burst protection. Analogue Refractometer A refractometer is for testing the freeze point of propylene glycol solutions. Noble Company provides a chart which shows the freeze point and burst point. It will not read glycerin. Digital Refractometer A digital refractometer can be used to test the freeze point of both PG + glycerine.

Q. What side faces up?
A. The reinforced fiber board side should face upward.

Q. Does PRO-SLOPE need to be bonded to a floor?
A. No, the weight of the mortar bed will hold it in place.

Q. Can PRO-SLOPE be used in thin-set applications?
A. No. It is not a substrate for tile and a reinforced mortar bed must be installed over PRO-SLOPE.

Q. What sizes of PRO-SLOPE Kits are offered?
A. 40" X 40" and 60" X 60"

Q. What is my shower is larger than the PRO-SLOPE?
A. Use a PRO-SLOPE Extension or mortar to extend the slope.

Q. What is my shower is smaller than the PRO-SLOPE?
A. Cut PRO-SLOPE to fit.

Q. Are Extensions sloped like PRO-SLOPE?
A. Tapered Extensions are available for both sizes.  Flat Extensions are also available.