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External Thermal Composite Insulation Systems (ETICS)/ Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems (EIFS)

Thermal insulation systems making modern buildings more sustainable.

How can we drive innovation in façade systems together?

External Thermal Composite Insulation Systems (ETICS)/ Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems (EIFS) play an important role in making buildings more attractive and sustainable.  

Our range of solutions has been specifically developed to help you formulate ETICS/ EIFS that are more cost competitive, durable, energy efficient, and easy to install and maintain while addressing evolving sustainability standards.  

Find out how we could help you address your challenges. 

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Performance across every layer

Find out how our innovative technologies could transform every layer of your insulation systems, introducing performance and sustainability benefits, whatever your needs might be.  

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Topcoats

Protect and enhance your EIFS systems with solutions designed to resist dirt pick‑up, moisture intrusion, UV exposure, and harsh climate conditions. Explore our range of acrylic emulsions, silicones, redispersible latex powders, and cellulose ethers for durable finishes. 

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Basecoats & Adhesives

Build reliable EIFS systems with basecoat and adhesive solutions that deliver strength, flexibility, and workability. Discover our portfolio of cellulosics, silicones, emulsion polymers, and latex powders engineered for reliable bonding and long term performance. 

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Air & Water Barriers

Design EIFS systems with dependable air tightness and moisture protection. Our acrylic emulsions, silicones, redispersible latex powders, and cellulose ethers help achieve lasting air barrier performance while preventing bulk water intrusion. 

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Performance across every layer

Find out how our innovative technologies could transform every layer of your insulation systems, introducing performance and sustainability benefits, whatever your needs might be.  

Row of brightly colored buildings in red and yellow with green cornice, building element

Topcoats

Protect and enhance your EIFS systems with solutions designed to resist dirt pick‑up, moisture intrusion, UV exposure, and harsh climate conditions. Explore our range of acrylic emulsions, silicones, redispersible latex powders, and cellulose ethers for durable finishes. 

beautiful colorful modern townhouses with clean sky

Basecoats & Adhesives

Build reliable EIFS systems with basecoat and adhesive solutions that deliver strength, flexibility, and workability. Discover our portfolio of cellulosics, silicones, emulsion polymers, and latex powders engineered for reliable bonding and long term performance. 

The dream house. Modern house with swimming pool.

Air & Water Barriers

Design EIFS systems with dependable air tightness and moisture protection. Our acrylic emulsions, silicones, redispersible latex powders, and cellulose ethers help achieve lasting air barrier performance while preventing bulk water intrusion. 

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Performance across every layer

Find out how our innovative technologies could transform every layer of your insulation systems, introducing performance and sustainability benefits, whatever your needs might be.  

Row of brightly colored buildings in red and yellow with green cornice, building element

Topcoats

Protect and enhance your EIFS systems with solutions designed to resist dirt pick‑up, moisture intrusion, UV exposure, and harsh climate conditions. Explore our range of acrylic emulsions, silicones, redispersible latex powders, and cellulose ethers for durable finishes. 

beautiful colorful modern townhouses with clean sky

Basecoats & Adhesives

Build reliable EIFS systems with basecoat and adhesive solutions that deliver strength, flexibility, and workability. Discover our portfolio of cellulosics, silicones, emulsion polymers, and latex powders engineered for reliable bonding and long term performance. 

The dream house. Modern house with swimming pool.

Air & Water Barriers

Design EIFS systems with dependable air tightness and moisture protection. Our acrylic emulsions, silicones, redispersible latex powders, and cellulose ethers help achieve lasting air barrier performance while preventing bulk water intrusion. 

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Performance across every layer

Find out how our innovative technologies could transform every layer of your insulation systems, introducing performance and sustainability benefits, whatever your needs might be.  

Row of brightly colored buildings in red and yellow with green cornice, building element

Topcoats

Protect and enhance your EIFS systems with solutions designed to resist dirt pick‑up, moisture intrusion, UV exposure, and harsh climate conditions. Explore our range of acrylic emulsions, silicones, redispersible latex powders, and cellulose ethers for durable finishes. 

beautiful colorful modern townhouses with clean sky

Basecoats & Adhesives

Build reliable EIFS systems with basecoat and adhesive solutions that deliver strength, flexibility, and workability. Discover our portfolio of cellulosics, silicones, emulsion polymers, and latex powders engineered for reliable bonding and long term performance. 

The dream house. Modern house with swimming pool.

Air & Water Barriers

Design EIFS systems with dependable air tightness and moisture protection. Our acrylic emulsions, silicones, redispersible latex powders, and cellulose ethers help achieve lasting air barrier performance while preventing bulk water intrusion. 

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Discover our WALOCEL™ Cellulose Ethers options to help reduce the carbon footprint of your products through lower embodied carbon or lower clinker content.

Speak to a expert

Get tailored advice on how our solutions can transform your thermal insulation systems.